scarecrow crafts for kids
Making some outside decorations from wood, What should I use?
Hi, I am trying to figure out how to properly make some outside decorations. I love wood and that it what I prefer. I wanna make some scarecrows that I will use my jigsaw to cut. What wood do I use, I like to paint with craft paint just because I would get more colors since it is cheaper, and then how would I seal it? I don’t want this to be expensive I want to try this with some kids I am a nanny for as a craft so cheaper is better. Thanks for the help!
Hey Ashley! With a good polyurethane sealant that offers ultraviolet protection, you can use any wood you want along with any paint. The polyurethane basically forms a weatherproof shell and the uv protection protects against fading. Make sure the wood you are using is well seasoned (dry for at least a year or kiln dried) and the paint you apply is dry (to prevent smearing). Apply at least two coats of polyurethane and you should be good to go.
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