A few weeks ago I had a chance to visit a few thrift stores. I found a few new toys for my grandchildren, a cd, a journal and I found the picture I’ve been looking for to place on a wall above my desk at work. There was a connection when I saw the picture. It reminds me of one of Jeff’s and my favorite moments when we visit Oceanside. We check the time for sunset, then head down to the beach and sit on a wall about 15 minutes beforehand watching the sun disappear slowly into the ocean.
I’m going to tell you the story of the picture and its makeover. Please excuse my reflection in the pictures.
I purchased at a Goodwill. Price $3.99. It had a wood-colored frame that was peeling in a few places. I came home and took all the pieces apart, carefully handling the glass. I wet a soft towel and wiped down the frame and glass.
I used Goo Gone to remove the sticker and glue residue and a glass cleaner on both sides .
I went through my paint supplies and held them up to the print deciding on a combination of two blues I had. I laid down a shower curtain from the Dollar Store to protect my rug. I mixed up the paint and begun to apply the blue letting it dry between coats which doesn’t take too long in Arizona. I usually put a layer of saran wrap on the plate for easy cleanup but forgot this time.
I wanted the picture to be a constant reminder of one of my favorite verses “Be Still and Know that I am God.” Mark 4:39, Psalm 46:10. I pulled my leftover stickers and fortunately had the letters to spell out “Be Still” I had in mind to use one of the pieces of Oregon driftwood my friend and coworker Cindy had brought me back for her vacation last year.
I had a little Mod Podge and placed a few layer over the self adhesive stickers.
I then took the painted frame and driftwood piece outside and gave it a good coating of sealer.
After the sealer had dried, I put the glass, print and cover back together. Then glued the driftwood piece where I wanted it.
Here is the finished project which is now on my office wall.
