Happy Stones

Paint

Step 1

Use a sponge stick to evenly paint the stones in any colour of the Indoor & Outdoor paint you like. Let it dry for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Take a small detail brush to add decorations to your stone using the same Indoor & Outdoor paint in different colours.

Step 3

Add a lovely 3D effect using the Effect Liners! This way, you can create dots and lines that really stand out.

Step 4

To add some contrast and detail to the drawings you made using paint, use the IDenti-Pen in black.

Step 5

If you want to give your stone some sparkle, add a layer of clear lacquer and sprinkle some glitter on top!

That’s it for the standard Happy Stones. Read on if you want to try out different methods!

Crackle Medium

Step 1

If you’re looking for an interesting crackle effect, add a layer of the Crackle Medium before adding your first coat of colour. Once the layer is dry, add a coat of Indoor & Outdoor using a sponge stick and let this dry for 30 minutes. To top it off, add another layer of the Crackle Medium and watch the magic happen!

Tip: the thicker the layer of Crackle Medium, the bigger the cracks will be.  

Step 2

Once the last layer of the Crackle Medium has dried completely, quickly add another layer of your Indoor & Outdoor colour and let dry. Be quick to apply the paint because the crackle effect sets in immediately.

Step 3

Now you can add your decorations using the Effect Liners, glitters and IDenti-Pen, just like with the original example.

Decoupage

Step 1

Paint your stones in any colour of the Indoor & Outdoor paint using a sponge stick for even coverage.

Step 2

Decorate your tissue or rice paper using a small detail brush and the same paint. Make sure to let it dry completely before moving on to the next step. You can also pick a fun patterned napkin for this method. Decorate your paper further using the IDenti-Pen to add lines, letters and other details.

Step 3

Apply Decoupage to your coloured stone and carefully place your tissue or rice paper on top. Make sure the paper covers the stone well and add another layer of Decoupage and let dry for 30 minutes.

Step 4

Now you can add extra details and effects using the Effect Liner and glitter if you like, using the same methods as in the original example.

Final Step

Write a # or Facebook group on the back of the stone if you want people to share photos of their found stones! Now you’re ready to hide your stones in your backyard, the neighbourhood or in the forest. Have fun hunting stones!