How Do I Give a Polyester Flag an Antiqued Look?
- 1). Wash the polyester flag to remove sizing. Allow the flag to dry completely.
- 2). Lay the flag on a piece of cardboard to protect the work surface. Don't use newspaper because the ink can transfer to the flag.
- 3). Mix equal parts of tan paint and water in a small bowl. Stir well. Mix the dark brown paint in the same manner.
- 4). Wet the sponge in water and wring out well. Dip the sponge into the tan paint mixture. Dab the paint-covered sponge onto the flag. Don't worry if the paint puddles. Those areas will dry darker and add to the aged look. Continue until the flag is completely covered.
- 5). Rinse out the sea sponge and repeat the process with the dark brown paint, but this time dab only around the outside edges of the flag where age would normally show.
- 6). Dip the artist paintbrush into the dark brown paint. Hold the brush about 8 to 10 inches above the flag. Tap the front of the brush handle with the pencil to spatter the paint over the flag. Move the brush around to create the desired aged pattern.
- 7). Allow flag to dry completely.
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