Dinosaur Collection (Dinosaur Nail Art Decals)

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Start outlining the dinosaur with the yarn, making sure to wrap the yarn all the way around the nail before moving to the next one. Once you have finished, tie the yarn in a double knot again around one of the nails. Use scissors to cut the yarn close so that where you tied off is not noticeable.

First of all, you’re going to need the stegosaurs dinosaur template. (Unless, of course, you just want to draw your own freehand dinosaur, which is always an option.) Tie the yarn in a double knot around one of the nails and then start outlining the dinosaur with the yarn, making sure to wrap the yarn all the way around the nail before moving to the next one. The Creative Folk says you can also use cotton embroidery flossif you want a thinner, more delicate look. If you’ve never done string art before, this post has everything you need to know to get started. Not only that, but I’ve included some tips about string art in general so that you can continue making more projects on your own.You can find the template (and a lot of other cool things, I might add) in my free printables library.) Craft-tastic – String Art Kit – Bird Edition Craft-Tastic – String Art Kit – Peace Sign Edition Craft-tastic – String Art Kit – Unicorn Edition Craft-tastic – String Art Kit – Owl Edition

Paint the outlined dinosaur with the green paint. Again, paint a second or third coat depending on your preference. x7”x12” piece of smooth flat wood (we used scrap wood that was leftover from home projects, but you can also get these at a craft store) Of course, you can always save yourself the trouble of finding the right piece of wood and painting it — and just buy a string art kit instead. (Or, ideally, you can both!) Place the template centered on the yellow painted side of the wood, and outline with a pencil. If you make any stray marks, you can always cover with additional yellow paint.Paint the front side of the wood with the yellow paint. Paint a second and even third coat, depending on how you want it to look. Paint the outer edge only of the wood with the orange craft paint. We just painted it freehand, but it you want to be extra careful, you can line the edges with painter’s tape first. If you’re looking for a little bit of adventure on your next nail set, then it’s time to give dinosaur nail art a try! Dinosaurs are fascinating because they’re portrayed in so many different ways. Are you looking for something fun, cool, or scary? From the fierce and realistic look to the cute little smiley dinos, there’s a look for you.