Aztec-Inspired Painted Rocks
They’re cool on a sill. They’re cool in a bowl. They’re cool almost anywhere, didn’t you know? Dr. Seuss (practically) said so.
The first time I painted rocks, I thought they were fun. The second time I painted rocks, I thought they were pretty hip. And now, I’m pretty confident they’re the coolest things ever. Don’t try to tell me that these are not the coolest things ever because you’ll never convince me.
Need a doorstop? Paint some rocks! Need some fun on your coffee table? Paint some rocks! Need some radiator candy? Some interest in front of your bathroom mirror? You guessed it.
Here’s how:
- Clean rocks.
- Paint rocks. I use acrylic paint, a tiny paintbrush, and masking tape when I need a particularly crisp line.
- Seal rocks. Mod Podge or clear spray paint will do the trick.
They make a great gift for a stylish friend. Or, I love the idea of rocks as souvenirs. Collect one from all the places you go, paint a design on the front, and write the location on the back. Free AND awesome souvenir. Score.
Radiator candy: genius! I’ve been trying to figure out how to dress ours up without burning the place down.
Great project! They really do look cool anywhere.
Ok silly question, but I would like to let my students paint rocks and don’t know where to find the smooth rocks that are medium in size.
You can find them at Hobby Lobby, Joann’s, Walmart.
Dollar store! Mine carries bags of about twenty to use as vase filler.
I love these rocks! I featured them on my blog back in mid December! :0) http://pinkgerberdaisies-kady.blogspot.com/2012/12/aztec-inspired-crafts.html