Design Inspired: Handpainted Pencil Cup

I have perfected the art of grocery-store-checkout-line-magazine-reading. It’s an art, really. I can usually catch up on the Bachelor, the latest Kardashian scandal and decide “who wore it best” before I swipe my credit card. It’s pretty obnoxious, to be honest. I refuse to actually buy any of them – so I just take a quick browse while I wait.

Last week though, I had no choice but to purchase. I was flipping through HGTV magazine and saw this. I immediately had one of those “oh – I can totally make that” moments. So here I am, with the results so get your DIY fingers ready friends because today’s project is Chicken Soup for the Handcrafter’s Soul.

Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask Love

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Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask Love

To create this pencil cup “knock-off” I called on a few of my favorite Martha Stewart tools , many of which I used in THIS post, which has turned out to be a huge Damask Love favorite.

For the glass tumblers, I would suggest these. They are affordable and the shorter glasses are perfect for projects like this. Go grab a case of them and you’ll definitely find ways to use em.
Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask LoveHandpainted Pencil Cup | Damask LoveBaking after each paint application ensures a more durable finish – and even though the baking takes some time, the finished product is worth it.

Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask Love

Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask LoveNow – if your pencils already have a home, don’t fret my pet. This pretty little vessel is just waiting to be filled up with florals.

Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask Love

Handpainted Pencil Cup | Damask Love

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About Amber

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.

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