I’ve become a little obsessed with peace poles since I discovered them …
A what? You may be asking …
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These are poles (they look similar to a fence post) and each side is decorated. When you create and plant a peace pole, you are connecting to people all over the world. There are thousands of peace poles across the globe. They are designed as reminders to give out love for world peace.
Peace Poles inscribed with the message, May Peace Prevail On Earth,
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The Peace Pole Project
Would you like to create your own? This is a great activity to do with children. Not only is it fun, but it will give them insight into spreading and feeling peace within themselves and for our world.
1. BUY YOUR POLE
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Your local garden centre or building supplies will have a range of wooden posts. If you’re not sure about using wood, you can use PVC, that is made to look like wood.
Ask the supplier what is the best way to prepare the posts; for painting and outside use. If you explain your project, they will advise the best equipment/materials needed.
But be prepared to; scrub, sand and use a primer. These will be the basics. There will be lots of drying time needed before you start decorating your pole.
2. DESIGN YOUR POLE
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Decide what words, pictures and colours you would like on your pole. If you’re stuck for ideas, there’s plenty of images on Pinterest to get your creative juices flowing. Research other peace poles, write and plan your ideas.
3. SET OUT YOUR DESIGN
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It’s best to draft your design on a piece of paper before you actually start drawing/painting on your pole. So get to work with words, colours and wonderful pictures.
4. SKETCH LIGHTLY ONTO THE POLE
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Once you are happy with your design, sketch lightly onto the pole, therefore if you make any mistakes, you can either rub them out or they are not as visible.
5. PAINT OR COLOUR YOUR POLE
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Once you are happy with your sketching, start using colours to bring the pole to life. Depending on the type of post you have chosen, will depend on the type of colouring you can use. Again, when purchasing your post, ask for advice. Would felt-tips work, or is paint better? Get as much information from the store as possible.
6. FINISH OFF WITH VARNISH
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When your colouring is complete, using a varnish, or similar product will protect your post from extreme weather conditions. You don’t want your peace pole dripping with ink after a rainstorm. Make sure you get advice from the store when you purchase your pole.
7. DISPLAY OUTSIDE AND SHOW THE WORLD
Secure the pole into the ground in your garden. You can even place them in plant pots if you have no place in your garden. Once you have displayed your pole, take a photo and upload onto the peace pole project website. You can also show others through social media what you have created, encourage others to take part and make their own peace poles.
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What type of paint do you use on the peace poles. I am going to make one but can’t really find a lot online about what type of pain, what brand, etc, are good for a pole. I live in Denver, so we have somewhat extreme heat and cold at times.
Hi Paul, sorry for the late reply. It would depend on what type of pole you go for, plastic? Wood? etc. Once you have picked your pole, it would be best to call at your local DIY shop and explain the paint you need for the type of material. There are paints available for plastic and wood, you would need to make sure you get the right paint for the right material. Hope that helps. Good luck making your peace pole.