Hi Debra,

I wonder if you can tell me how to do the embedded fossil faux finish technique.
Joyce

Hi Joyce,

This technique requires the use of joint compound and faux finishes.

Instead of Joint Compound you can use a product that will last and it crackles which adds to the effect: Crackle Plaster. 

Once you have applied the plaster type material… you will impress (press into the wet plaster) an object, leaf, fossil or shell. This will leave an impression of the object. The plaster is then left to dry.

Then the walls must be sealed with paint. A semi-gloss or satin paint will be perfect.

Then the faux finish begins. As you go over the area that have the fossil embedded… the details will be more defined and distinct.

Hope this is helpful in you search for Embedded Fossil Faux Finish Technique.