This could include a set such as a bowl, large spoon and plate or it could be a piece of furniture.;
, This will ensure that each item is ready to accept paint.
 Run a clean cloth over the wooden item; use a slightly dampened cloth to avoid soaking the wooden piece.


Use light sandpaper to buff out any rough areas of necessary and then smooth over with your cloth.
 For smaller items, keep the design simple. Seek for just a pop of color rather than overwhelming it.


If doing a set, you might like to carry the pattern across each piece, to keep it in theme.
 Use the tape to block off your color design. Keep in mind you will be painting within the tape barriers, so precision is key.


Make painter tape strips narrow or slanted using scissors in order to create a variety of designs.
 Don’t over-saturate your brush with paint; instead, just dab it into the paint and then apply gently to the surface.


Use consistent brush strokes, to ensure that the same amount of paint has been dispensed across the piece.
 Always allow proper drying times in between coats.
 Add at least one coat, possibly two coats of glaze.

Choose your wooden items.
Make sure the wooden item is pre-sanded.
Clean or remove debris from wooden item.
Come up with your design for each wooden piece.
Tape off your design.
Paint your design.
Consider painting two coats for completeness of coverage.
Add clear coat or glaze to seal the completely dried piece.
Finished.
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