I painted mine -
http://www.quiltingboard.com/mission...e-t250697.html
I bought the pegboard that is white on one side. You will want to spray it with a primer first as there is a finish on the white board that is kind of slick. I drew out my design and then used regular craft paint to do the Carpenter's Star, doing 2 coats for good coverage. I then sprayed it with a poly clear coat, I think I did 3 coats.