Introduction: Striped Spring Vases

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Grab an old record player and some thrift store vases and make some beautiful striped vases for spring!

Step 1: Watch the Short Video Tutorial Here!

Step 2: You'll Need

An old record player

Americana Gloss Enamels

Cardboard

Tape

Glass vases

Rubbing alcohol

Paintbrushes

Step 3: Prep the Record Player

Make a stack of cardboard disks the size of a vinyl record

Cut a hole in the center of one side to fit over the spindle

Clean your vases with rubbing alcohol

Tape a vase to the center of the cardboard

Pick your favorite colors of Americana Gloss Enamels

Turn on the record player and start painting stripes

Step 4:

For an opaque look, wait about 30 minutes and give it a second coat of paint

Step 5: Paint and Bake

For a translucent look, only use one coat of paint

Bake twice for 30 minutes at 325˚ letting the oven cool in between