DIY: Dip-Dyed Skewers

When it was time to put the party together for Issue 9, I needed something interesting for the food!  I looked for cute picks, skewers, etc. and finally realized I could just make them myself.  Hello!

I had already bought paint samples from Lowe’s (you can get any paint color in a sample – the best $3 purchase ever!) to make the tabletop, so I literally just dipped the skewers in the little containers of paint.  So easy!  One tip though…to get more paint on the skewer, I tilted the jar on its side as far as I could without spilling.

Of course I couldn’t lay them down to dry, so I had to get a little creative for that part.  I tied twine between a ladder and a trash can in our garage – happened to be what was available and handy – and hung the skewers with clothespins.  It actually worked great!  Be sure to put something underneath to catch dripping paint!

I made all of the skewers in an evening, so it was a very doable project – time and cost wise!  AND what a simple way to tie in the colors you’re using for a party or table setting.

Here are a few pics of the skewers in action…

LisaW

Lisa is a mother of three who works as a fashion and wardrobe consultant. As a former French and Latin teacher, the time she spent living in France has an ongoing influence on her style, both in fashion and interiors (she has the most comprehensive collection of plain white shirts you’ve ever seen!). She considers shopping a true hobby, a skill which was put to good use as she recently completed an addition and remodel of her family’s 1958 home in Midtown Tulsa. Throughout her home, you can recognize her emphasis on comfort with a few quirky touches that make it a true reflection of her family and their collective style. Lisa is old school and has yet to latch on to this whole “social media” phenomena

More Posts