Vinegar graining is an artform that came to America from England in 1790. It was used to create decorative finishes on boxes, frames and furniture. Students learn formulas for vinegar paint, wood preparation, texturing techniques, use of graining tools and varnishing. By the end of the week, you will have a grained wooden box, and an assortment small grained objects to take home with you and the knowledge you will need to work on boxes and small furniture. A great way to recycle old furniture. Contact the instructor with questions.

Limit: 8 students, ages 18 and up

Materials Fee: $40 includes 1 wooden jewelry box, 3 papier mache boxes, cold press poster board for samples, base color paints, artist pigments, wood stain, paper plates and Deft Varnish

Materials Student Should Bring:

• Three pads of Steel Wool XXX (that is really fine)
• Sandpaper grit 220 two sheets
• 10 pairs of latex gloves
• Small rags cut up from t-shirts (smooth no texture or terrycloth)
• Small stack of newspaper
• Craftsmart package of 25 assorted brushes from Michaels Stores (costs about $5.00)

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