Rust-Oleum Projects

State Plaque Art

Browse Projects

  • Blanket Storage Chest
    Antiquing Finish Blanket Storage Chest
  • clock made of wood to look like metallic gears
    Steampunk Metallic Gears Clock
  • Estimated Time

    1 Hour

  • Challenge Level

    Intermediate

  • Tools & Supplies:

    • Varathane Wood Stain
    • Old Sheets or Drop Cloth
    • Sandpaper
    • Paper towels
    • 3/4"-Thick Plywood
    • Jig Saw
    • Scissors
    • Paper
    • Printer
    • Pencil

  1. Print state outline on a piece of paper (recommend at least 9" width).
  2. Cut out state with scissors.
  3. Lay outline on plywood and trace with pencil.
  4. Cut out the plywood shape with a jigsaw.
  5. Sand the front and the sides of the state plaque. Remove dust.
  6. Spread out the drop cloth or old sheet and lay the state plaque on it.
  7. Using the paper towel, apply the stain in the direction of the grain. Remove excess stain and let dry.
  8. Affix the sawtooth hanger on the back in the center of the plaque. Hang on a nail.
  9. Enjoy!