Apply first color of One Step chalk-based paint. Let it dry for 20 to 30 minutes. The best final finish is produced by using a lighter color as your first coat.

Apply a uniform coat of Cracked Patina to entire piece, especially to carvings, crevices and ridges. Lit it dry for 1 hour. The more patina you apply, the more crackled your piece will become. TIP! If working on large flat surface, it's quicker to apply with a roller brush.

Apply your next color of One Step paint over the Cracked Patina. Apply this coat quickly as the crackling effect will begin to occur within minutes. Apply in long, concise applications painting with the grain. You can do this process in sections as paint must be slightly wet to create texture in the next step. But don’t overlap the application of paint, or you'll run into ‘double processing’

Watch closely and allow to dry for 2 to 3 minutes. Lay your clean brush flat and lightly and deliberately drag across your piece. This will get your paint moving and texturizing.

While your paint is still tacky, use the palm of your hands to further pull and move the paint for your desired finish. This will create even more depth and texture.

After your piece has dried for an hour, you can repeat this process as many times as you wish to create your desired cracked, layered and dimensional finish.

We recommend sealing your piece with Amy Howard at Home Light Antique Wax. Create a more antique finish by referring to the Amy Howard at Home Dust of Ages and Waxes step-by-steps and videos.

Take a moment, take a step back and enjoy your work of art and Enjoy the Bragging Rights.™