I’ve been seeing ideas on Pinterest for super cute dipped wooden spoons, so I decided to try my hand at it for part of a bridal shower gift. I didn’t want to do just one color, but decided to do more of a color-blocked look. Here’s what they turned out like:
They really weren’t too hard to make either! It all started with some inexpensive utensils from Wal*Mart:
I wanted these to last and not chip or flake through washings (though they should only be hand-washed) so I primed the spoons first. I taped them off and primed with spray primer:
I let those dry overnight, and then I used acrylic craft paint on the entire primed area of each spoon. I used 2-3 coats for each spoon:
Again, I let that dry overnight. The next day, I dipped the spoons into some “oops” paints I have in my stash:
I dripped and scraped the paint off so there were no “lumps” when it dried. Finally, I gave them a coat of clear polyurethane and tied them up with some cute ribbons and dish towels:
These were fun to make and I think I’ll definitely make them again!
Linking up to:
Tip Junkie, Shabby Nest, Tatertots and Jello, Stories of A-Z, The 36th Avenue, Someday Crafts, Remodelaholic, Under the Table and Dreaming, Today’s Creative Blog, Finding Fabulous, The DIY Show-Off, Be Different Act Normal, Shabby Chic Cottage, House of Hepworths, CRAFT, Domestically Speaking, Creations by Kara, Lolly Jane, Young and Crafty, A Glimpse Inside, At Home with K, My Girlish Whims, Serenity Now, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, Not JUST a Housewife, Whipperberry
Pin It
Christina, these are SO cute!!! You got the ends so clean and smooth!!!…
You rock. I love these!
Megan recently posted..Lately (hallway frame project update and baby gift project!)
These made an adorable gift. This is on my list of things to do! I’m thinking of painting mine in an ombre pattern.
These are really cute!!! Gives me ideas for when all my friends finally start getting hitched haha
I love this idea! What a cute gift. I think I will make these for my mother-in-law for Christmas with some new hand towels. Thanks for the idea!
Shawna recently posted..Pudding Feet painting
I’ve seen some paint dipped spoons but I love these! They’re “double dipped” =)
Kristin recently posted..Baked sugar and cinnamon tortillas with fruit salsa
These are so awesome – I’m thinking of making them for favors at a bridal shower – something fun for the house that everyone can take home! Thanks for a great idea!
Cameron recently posted..Pam at Del Ray Fabrics
These are so sweet and I love how easy it is to do the multi colors. Love them! Adding this to my painting projects page! I would also love for you to come link up at my Tuesday Time Out Blog Link party – still open!
What a great gift, they look great! I’d be thrilled if you’d share them over at my current link party so everyone can see how awesome they are! http://practicallyfunctional.net/2012/06/the-fun-in-functional-link-party-5/
Jessi recently posted..The Fun In Functional! {Link Party #5}
Cute! I love these – what a great way to personalize a gift with the colors of their kitchen!
Liz @ Here’s to Handy Andy recently posted..Late Features!
So cute!
Great project Christina! Such a fun way to add color to any kitchen & also a great gift! Hope you’re doing well xo
caroline @ c.w.frosting recently posted..Herringbone Stamped Rugs
Too cute! What a great idea and an easy way to personalize your space/coordinate kitchen colors. Brilliant!
We’ll be featuring you this weekend
xoxo
I’m a new follower and would love if you followed back at www.iheartpears.blogspot.com
What a cute idea! This is going on my “Must Make for Christmas Gifts” list !
These are adorable! I totally want to make a bunch now
looks so easy!
Ash @ HumberHomeProject recently posted..July DIY Date – Washi Tape