Patriotic Beverage Cooler
By: Creative Ramblings
June 20, 2014
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I picked up an unfinished crate a few weeks back knowing I would find a fabulous use for it. We enjoy spending time on our deck in the summer with friends and family. This crate, with a little paint and creativity, would make the perfect place to chill drinks. I decided to transform this simple wooden crate into a festive Patriotic Beverage Cooler.
Items needed:
- Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint 8oz - Serene
- Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint 8oz - Everlasting
- Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint 8oz - Romance
- Wooden crate
- Paint brush
- Sponge brush
- Star stencil
- Shallow plastic tub
- Twine
- Water basin
Instructions:
I started by painting the sides of the crate in Romance. This chalk paint only required one coat for full coverage and a beautiful matte finish.
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I then painted the slats Serene.
Once dry I used a star stencil on one blue side. I placed the stencil where I wanted it then gently, with very little paint, used the sponge brush to apply Everlasting paint.
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Once dry I filled a shallow plastic tub with ice and placed it inside the crate. I used a tub that was the same width as the crate. The plastic sides flex a bit so the lips of the tub sat nicely inside the slates securing it.
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I then wrapped some twine around the hands to finish it off.
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This crate functions as a fun party accessory, but it would also be a cute and functional piece indoors.
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