Step-by-step tutorial
Step 1
Here's the two-paintbrush, two-handed painting technique.
Step 2
Note that in addition to a mailbox and paint, you need some paintbrushes and probably something for your little ones to stand on. In our case, we used our little chairs. Peekaboo!
Step 3
My daughter was intent on combining two things she loves: hearts + flowers = heart flowers.
Step 4
It was so much fun, and the results were colorful and lively. We suspect that our mail feels that much more warm and welcome now.
Final result!
Wonder what our mailman thinks... We're hoping it brings a smile to him and anyone else who moseys down the street. It brings us smiles! We can't wait for the rain to wash away the current design so that we can get started on a whole new masterpiece. it to rain and wash away the current design. What fun things do you spot in your neighborhood?