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Flamingo Paradise Repurposed Caddy

A retro finish to a summer bash!  Upcycling is always in people.  I love the challenge of "making do", don't you? Here is my repurposed caddy; inspired by @drawbertson and his ability to turn even a brown paper bag into kitschy collectables. The supply list is as follows: Dixie Belle Paint     Dixie Belle Swamp Mud    Dixie Belle Satin Clear Coat Sealer       Retro Collage    Dye Ink Spray    Stencils    Spatula    Paint Brush   One cardboard caddy Scrap of fine grit sandpaper The store I shop at offers these sturdy caddies for single choice beverages.  (I just had to use Dixie Belle's Flamingo for my retro caddy): I placed a thin coat of the paint to cover most of the bold graphics and create a surface with some tooth. This is with two thin coats: Don't worry, the best is yet to come. Swamp Mud!  ...