The cross was made with the same techniques and paint.
Then I created the photo displays with inspiration from THIS post.
I started by prepping my canvas and stapling burlap to it. This matches with my rustic decorating look I have around my house and adds texture and interest to the piece. It also makes up for me not having a frame on my canvas!
Next I started mixing paint. I started with a huge bottle of red acrylic paint. By adding various amounts of black (and some blue to make more of a burgandy color) I created darker shades of red. Then I added white and blue to create lighter shades of the red. I did have to do quite a few layers because the burlap soaks it in.
To finish it off and make it my own I found some Scrabble Tiles at a vintage store to spell out We Are SO Blessed. So easy!
Good luck with your own DIY adventures!
-J