• Rit FreeFlow™ MegaMix Marker Pack
• Smooth, clean rocks
• Pencil (optional)
• Clear spray sealer suitable for painted surfaces
• Paper towels

Time: 1 Hour

Difficulty: Beginner

Instructions:

1. Cover your work surface and put on rubber gloves.
2. Fill a small container with 2 cups of hot water (ideally 140°F).
3. Add well-shaken Rit All-Purpose Dye in Fuchsia according to your desired shade and mix thoroughly.
4. Using foam brush or sponge, apply dye onto dry wood board to stain pink.
5. Once the desired color is achieved, wipe away any excess dye with paper towels. Allow it to dry completely.
6. Create additional dyebaths  in separate containers for the chess pieces, submerge half in Royal Blue and the remaining half in Truly Green. Allow all pieces to dry completely.
7. Lightly sketch a chessboard grid onto the dyed wood canvas board or use a stencil.
8. Using the Rit FreeFlow™ Jellied Brights Marker Pack, color every other square to create the classic checkerboard pattern. Allow the natural dyed wood to remain visible for the alternating squares.
9. Layer additional marker colors as needed to deepen the color of the painted squares and create more dimension.
10. Use the brush tips to blend multiple marker colors around the outer border of the board, creating a soft ombré effect. Build color gradually, allowing layers to dry between applications for richer blends.
11. Add final details or outlines with the bullet tips where desired to sharpen edges and enhance contrast.
12. Allow the markers to dry completely then spray with a clear wood sealer of choice.