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Saltwash Starfish

Saltwash powder instantly gives a coastal and worn look to any object. Create stunning Saltwash Starfish, perfect for home decor or entertaining!

Saltwash powder instantly gives a coastal and worn look to any object. Create stunning Saltwash Starfish, perfect for home decor or entertaining! | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorial

Starfish in gorgeous blues and greens make a splash for the summer season!

This post is sponsored by Saltwash. I’m a brand ambassador for the product, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I’ve also included a few affiliate links in this post. 

A little Saltwash goes a long way and you can create this look with a small splash can. You can click on the side bar or here to get a special offer.

Saltwash powder instantly gives a coastal and worn look to any object. Create stunning Saltwash Starfish, perfect for home decor or entertaining! | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorial

I created these Saltwash Starfish with some saltwash powder mixed with white paint and then used bright colors on top. I found the starfish at Christmas Tree Shops. A pack of 6 was only $5!!!! I thought this little craft would be perfect for a coastal shower or wedding, even for everyday coastal decor in your home.

It was a fun craft project and would also be great to do with your kids during their summer break.

How to Make Saltwash Starfish

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Materials

Fun tutorial with ceramic starfish and Saltwash Powder | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorial

Method

Step 1 – Mix together Saltwash Powder with white paint. I used Annie Sloan Pure White. You could mix it with colored paint to give a more boho look to your starfish.

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When mixed it should have frosting-like consistency.

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Step 2 – Apply the Saltwash mixture in a globbing motion, making sure to knock down any really high peaks. Allow to dry.

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Step 3 – Apply bright colored paint to your starfish. I used the following as that’s what I had on hand:

Louis Blue Chalk Paint | Greek Blue Chalk PaintFlorence Chalk Paint

Seaside Fusion Mineral Paint | Heirloom Fusion Mineral Paint

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Step 4 – Once dry sand the starfish to expose the white paint.

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Step 5 – Clean off your starfish and enjoy!

Sometimes I think it’s easier to watch a video. You can see the short video below:

You can see how much detail the paint and Saltwash add. From left is the starfish before, middle is painted, and right is with Saltwash.

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Gorgeous Painted Saltwash Starfish | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorialThese were so much fun to make!I think the brighter and darker colors look the best. I think my favorite is the Greek Blue.

Pretty painted starfish | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorialThey look so pretty mixed with pottery shards, sea glas,s and shells we found on the beach. I think these be gorgeous on a summer tablescape.

Beach treasures and painted starfish | Finding Silver Pennies #saltwash #saltwashstarfish #summerinsiration #paintinginspiration #chalkpaint #fusionmineralpaint #painttutorialIf you’d like to see more of my Saltwash tutorials you can here. I made created this lovely Fresh Oysters Sign and DIY Hooks last summer.

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Michelle | Thistle Key Lane

Danielle, I love this idea of using textured paint on starfish with these fabulous color combinations. Happy Summer! Pinning!

Marlene Stephenson
Marlene Stephenson
5 years ago

I love these starfish and the texture and colors, thanks.

Lisa Brown
Lisa Brown
5 years ago

Hi Danielle, I love the starfish! Also I noticed you had a very nice acknowlegement in the author’s notes of The Southern Side of Paradise by Kristy Woodson Harvey. Loved the book, and have read just about everything else she’s written.

Marie
5 years ago

I’ve had some salt wash powder unopened in my workshop for over two years. I love this idea!

Kerryanne
5 years ago

What a fabulous project Danielle and those colours are so perfectly coastal.

Thank you for sharing this project at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. I’m delighted to be featuring your saltwash starfish at tonight’s party and pinning too.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne