Looking for a fun and creative patriotic project? Amanda from Mettle Modern Design created this beautiful rustic cutting board using our America's Semiquincentennial Transfer Set and the Star Pattern Set + Bonus Stencil. The combination of rich navy stain, crisp white details, and vintage-inspired distressing creates a piece that's perfect for summer decorating, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or displaying year-round.
This project is beginner-friendly and shows how simple techniques can create a beautifully aged, handmade look.
This project was created by our talented ambassador, Amanda Dillon of Mettle Modern Design. Amanda is known for her beautiful furniture and home décor makeovers that blend rustic charm with timeless style.
Place the 250th floral transfer from the America's Semiquincentennial Set along the bottom of your cutting board. Use it as a guide to determine where your color split will be, then place a strip of tape above the design and set the transfer aside.
Using a staining sponge, apply white stain to the bottom section of the board and around the edges. Allow it to dry completely and apply a second coat for a bright, solid finish.
Move the tape to protect the white section. Apply navy stain to the top portion and handle of the cutting board using a clean sponge. Allow everything to dry completely before removing the tape.
Once the stain is dry, lightly sand the board to smooth any raised grain and prepare the surface for your transfer and stencil work.
Reposition the floral transfer onto the white section. Using the Essential Rub-On Transfer Tool, burnish the design until it fully adheres to the board.
Place the large stencil from the Star Pattern Set + Bonus Stencil onto the navy section. Using a stencil brush and white acrylic paint, add stars across the top.
After the paint dries, lightly sand the top section again. Then use the same sponge from the white stain and gently drag a small amount of stain around the edges and across a few stars to create an aged, weathered look.
The finished piece has the perfect balance of patriotic charm and rustic farmhouse style. Display it on a shelf, use it as part of your seasonal décor, or gift it to someone who loves Americana-inspired decorating.
Ready to create your own? Shop the America's Semiquincentennial Transfer Set and the Star Pattern Set + Bonus Stencil to get started!
Want to see this patriotic cutting board come together step by step? Watch Amanda from Mettle Modern Design create this beautiful project from start to finish in the video below!
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