Advent calendar

Step 1
Apply one coat of Resene Quick Dry Waterborne Primer Undercoat using the roller to the MDF.

Step 2
Apply two coats of Resene SpaceCote Flat - Resene Double Cod Grey - using the roller to the MDF.

Design tips
You could paint this in any colours you like as you get the effect of the shape of a tree with the layout. See some more ideas...

Step 3
Apply two coats of paint using the Legend 38mm Angle Brush and Resene Testpots to the matchboxes including the tray inside each box. Alternate the colours to get a bright effect.

Step 4
Once the matchboxes are dry apply patterns to boxes (we have used circle sponges in varied sizes).

Step 5
Using a larger shaped sponge apply dots in centre of matchboxes with Resene SpaceCote Flat - Resene Double Cod Grey. Once dry write the numbers on matchboxes.

Step 6
Using double-sided tape, place strips on back of each matchbox and then apply to MDF.

Step 7
Fill with goodies and begin your countdown to Christmas!