Attach with a glue gun as you need a quick drying adhesive.įinish by attaching braid along your top edge, I used a glue gun. Cover in fabric, I have held mine in place with a glue stick. If required use PVA to attach the overlap to the sides of the box.Ĭut out cardboard 1/4 shorter than the height. Using spray adhesive place in the base of the box. I love how you can use chalk paint on fabric.Īttach braid around the join between the fabric and lid. I found some braid at a local charity shop which I painted with chalk paint to add a little touch of colour. Initially, the plan was to staple it in place but I couldn’t find any staples for my staple gun! Iron the fusible fleece onto the back of your chosen fabric, and cut out.Īttach the new fabric to the inside of the lid, I have used E6000. Place the lid lining onto a piece of fusible fleece. If you do put too much on by accident leaving streaks of wax brush with fine wire wool. If you wish to have a flat look with no paint brush marks change the direction of your brush for the second coat, then sand with fine sandpaper.Īpply a thin layer of wax- a common mistake for beginners with chalk paint is being a little heavy handed with the wax. Paint thin coats of chalk paint to the surface. Clean off any grease and sawdust.Ĭarefully remove the lining, the original lining will act as a template for cutting out your new fabric. Lightly sand back the furniture to remove any chipped varnish /sealant.
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