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August 4, 2015 · 2 Comments

DIY Whale Art Canvases

Home Decor· Kids Rooms· Wall Art

I have seen a variety of takes on this whale canvas art around the internet.  My daughter really wanted a set for the nursery (yep I am going to be a grandma!).  So I created my own spin on this fun DIY whale art canvas.  My version is REALLY simple and uses white vinyl.  So basically you can whip this one up faster than the paint will dry.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-1Supplies needed to make your own DIY whale art canvas:supply-list

  • Three 8 x 10 Canvases
  • Blue Chalky Finish Paint
  • White Chalky Finish Paint
  • White Vinyl
  • Silhouette Cameo Machine

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-001Start by painting your canvases the blue of your choice.  The first one I painted with the paint right out of the bottle.  I then mixed white with the paint to get the lighter shades.  My canvases took two coats of paint each (allow to dry in between coats).  Then you will need to trace a whale and wave image with your Silhouette.  For the whale, I used this image from 100 Directions.  Just trace the lines with your Silhouette software.  I then copied the water out of his spout onto multiple vinyl sheets.  I stretched it into a variety of different sizes.  I ended up cutting the whale and then two sheets of the water droplets.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-002If you would like to watch this entire DIY whale art project come together in just 6 seconds, hit play on the video below.  I told y’all this was a quick project!  This is actually a stop motion video but you will see the project as it is being created.

Now for a closer look at all three canvases so you get an idea of how I placed the vinyl onto the surface.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-005I really just peeled and placed my pieces.  You can use vinyl transfer paper if desired although I did not.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-004As you place the vinyl pieces, just press down with your fingers to ensure that you get good adhesion.  I cut a few of the water droplets and made it look like they are on both canvases.  I just did this step with scissors.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-003This DIY whale art would be adorable in a nursery or kid’s room but it is also perfect for a bathroom.

DIY-whale-art-canvases-decor-Crafts-Unleashed-006Make this simple DIY whale art canvas in just minutes for your home.

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Angie Holden

Angie blogs at The Country Chic Cottage where you can find creative crafts, vintage finds, home decor, and DIY all with a little farmhouse flair. Angie has been blogging for over 2 years and is married with three kids. Stop by her blog where you will find everything from small, quick crafts to major furniture and home makeovers.

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