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Restoration Hardware Knock Off: Key Shadow Boxes

Follow this tutorial to make Restoration Hardware knock-off key shadow boxes that will save tons of money over buying them.
Author Angie Holden

What You Will Need

  • Skeleton keys
  • Shadowboxes or picture frames
  • Folk Art wood stain in the color of your choice
  • Paper towels
  • Craft paint black
  • Water
  • Spray adhesive
  • E6000 glue

Instructions

  • Remove all of the contents from the frames. Discard the glass and picture. 
  • Next, put some wood stain on a paper towel.
  • Apply the wood stain to your frame, wait about 30 seconds, and wipe it off.
  • Mix equal parts black craft paint and water. Use a paper towel to paint this mixture on your entire frame and wait about 30 seconds.
  • Use another paper towel to wipe it off. You can repeat this process as many times as you want until you get the look you want. 
    Allow the frames to dry completely.
  • Cut some canvas material to fit the inside of your frame.
    Use spray adhesive to apply the canvas to the frame backs.
  • Assemble the frame and use E6000 to attach your keys to the center. Wait at least 24 hours for the E6000 to dry completely.