of paper. cut the circle out using a pair of scissors, and use that circle instead.
paint the plate a solid color and let the paint dry. next, dip a sponge into a different color and tap the excess paint off onto a paper towel. then, dab the sponge all over the plate. if you want to add another color, wait for the first one to dry. this will give you a scale-like effect.
wrap a sheet of bubble wrap (bubble-side-out) around a rolling pin and secure it with tape. pour two colors of paint onto a palette and gently roll the pin across. next, roll the pin across the plate. you 