Upcycled art is one of my favourite things to create and you will be surprised by just how simple it is to make. It is also a fabulous way to breathe new life into an old canvas and brighten up the walls of your home.
To make this Upcycled Art project, you will need:
- An old canvas
- Base paint
- Coloured paper
- Scissors
- Glue
Approximate time: 1-2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
The project step by step
Step #1 – Give your old canvas a coat of paint to create a clean base. My canvas has an old picture on it that I don’t really love – so it’s time to give it a new look.
Step #2 – Start drawing what I call ‘blobbies’ on your paper. I know that it isn’t exactly a technical term but it is what I call a range of different shapes with rounded edges.
Step #3 – Once these are all drawn up, it is time to cut them out. It takes a while but it is very satisfying once you have that little pile of shapes and blobs.
Step #4 – The next step is to lay these out on your canvas. You will need to play around with them until you feel like you have a good balance of colour across your artwork. Once you are happy with the layout, use a water-based sealer and glue such as Mod-Podge to stick them down.
Step #5 – Next hang your upcycled art project on your wall. It is seriously that easy! I love this project so much. You can get creative and make different pieces in a range of colours to match what is already in your home.
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