Instructions:

1. If the box has writing on it or dark colors, apply gesso to the box. Let dry. Apply a second coat as needed.
2. Using the flat brush paint the lid of the box pumpkin (orange). Apply a second coat as needed. Let dry thoroughly.
3. Mark off a 1” border on the front of the box with pencil and ruler. Use the re-positional notes to mask off the center to be painted pumpkin. Dip a sponge into pumpkin paint (pat off excess) and using an up and down pouncing motion paint the center. Let dry. Carefully remove re-positional notes.
4. Use the re-positional notes to cover the edges of the pumpkin colored center. Paint the remainder of the box fuchsia. Let dry.
5. Poke a hole in each side of the box for the strap. Braid the orange, fuchsia, and white ribbon or cording for the strap. Thread the strap in each hole and tie a knot on the inside of the box to secure.

Optional:

1. Position the letter stencil referring to the photo for placement. Secure with a re-positional note. Dip a sponge in white paint (pat off excess) and using an up and down pouncing motion stencil the letter. Apply several light coats instead of one heavy application to help prevent seepage under the stencil. Carefully remove the stencil.
2. Use the liner brush and white paint to make the stitch lines around the pumpkin colored center and the bottom of the lid referring to the photo for placement. Let dry.
3. Apply 2 coats of varnish to all painted surfaces allowing it to dry between coats. Let dry.