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12 Fabulous Mod Podge Projects for your Home

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Letter from the Editors

Dear Reader,

Decoupage is one of the easiest and most accessible crafts in the world. If you have never used Mod Podge? decoupage medium, now is the time to learn! This amazing all-in-one glue, sealer and finish has come a long way since its invention in the 1960s and has become a true favorite among crafters of every style and skill level for its versatility, dependability and value. It's a glue to adhere paper, fabric and other porous materials to almost any surface, it holds tight and dries clear. It's a sealer that protects decoupage, acrylic paint, stain, fabric and more! It's a finish that is durable, smooth and fast-drying! Non-toxic with simple soap and water clean-up makes it great for kids' crafts, too.

This book includes basic instructions and projects ranging from budget crafting and gift ideas to fabric ... be sure to read the introduction that starts on page 6 to be guaranteed successful Mod Podging results.

For more Mod Podge ideas from Plaid, visit . Mod Podge Rocks is also a site that you should visit if you are looking for more decoupage inspiration and community. Have fun decoupaging!

We would like to thank for helping to create this eBook.

Sincerely, Plaid

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Mod Podge eBook Table of Contents

Mod Podging Basics (or how to get a perfect decoupage project every time) ... 6 Seasonal .......................................... 11

I'm Going Batty Halloween Place Card Holders .........................................................11 Embellished Party Lanterns .........................12

Around the House ......................... 13

Decoupaged Canister Set .............................13 Recipe Box Redo ..........................................14 Dramatic Floral Decoupage Tissue Box........15 Quick and Easy Candle Holder Update ........16

String of Circles Bookshelf ........................... 17 Decoupage a Mailbox with Fabric ............... 18 Catch a Wave Glass Block ............................ 19

Deck your Walls.............................20

Layered Flower Blossom Frame................... 20 FolkArt Mushroom Welcome Sign............... 21 Hip to be Square Clock................................. 22

What is Mod Podge?......................23 Featured Designers ........................24 About Plaid.....................................24

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Mod Podging Basics or how to get a perfect decoupage project every time

Wrinkles are a common problem for many Mod Podge beginners. Please read these instructions thoroughly for hassle-free Mod Podging. We promise that if you follow these instructions, you will have success and be a very happy Mod Podger!

Gather These Supplies ? You will ALWAYS need these items on hand for any project. It is assumed with all of the instructions in this book that you have the following items at your disposal: Mod Podge, paper towels, foam plates or palette, scissors, craft knife and mat, water basin, craft glue, ruler and tape measure, pencil or pen, sandpaper.

surfaces can be decoupaged without any preparation, although you should always make sure that the surface you are working with is clean and dirt free. ? Glass ? Wash and dry with a lint free cloth to

remove surface oils. ? Tin ? If it is an older tin surface, clean with a

50/50 vinegar and water solution. A wire brush can be used on stubborn rust spots. ? Wood - Sand unfinished wood surfaces with fine grit sandpaper until smooth. Fill any holes with wood putty and sand again. Wipe clean with a damp paper towel.

1. Prepare surface Almost any surface can be used to create a decoupage project. Appropriate surfaces include wood, papier mache, terra cotta, tin, cardboard, glass and craft foam. Only SOME plastics are suitable for decoupage ? we recommend testing a small area before completing your entire project to make sure that the Mod Podge will adhere.

Here are some surfaces that may need some extra attention in their preparation. All other

You don't have to, but you will want to paint many items before decoupaging if your surface is unfinished. We recommend FolkArt or Apple Barrel Acrylic Paints for basecoating.

Prepare Items to be Mod Podged Most items, especially thicker papers, are ready to be Mod Podged as is. Here a few tips you should know before beginning.

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little character to your surface. Mod Podge tissue paper carefully so that it doesn't tear.

? Fabric ? Wash and dry the fabric (do not use fabric softener). Iron and then lay out on a covered work surface. Wax paper is preferable for covering your table. Using a brush, paint a light coat of Fabric Mod Podge onto your fabric.

2. Plan your design Cut out your paper or whatever it is that you are planning to decoupage. Experiment with design elements to determine the layout of your piece. Add interest to your design by using large and small pieces, layering and overlapping elements and coordinating colors.

Allow to dry. This will allow you to cut the fabric like paper without frayed edges.

? Paper ? If you are working with thinner sheets of scrapbook paper, it may help to spray your paper with a clear acrylic sealer before Mod Podging. Spray both sides and allow to dry before using.

? Tissue Paper ? There is nothing that you need to do to prepare tissue paper, but just be advised that because it is so thin, it is very difficult to Mod Podge without wrinkles. The good news is that wrinkles are typically part of the charm of using tissue paper and add a

3. Adhere your design Adhere each element with the Mod Podge finish of your choice. Always start with the underlying design elements and work your way upward. Apply a medium coat of Mod Podge to the surface. Too little Mod Podge and you will get wrinkles ? you can always wipe away excess Mod Podge. Place your item(s) to be decoupaged on top of the Mod Podge and smooth thoroughly.

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Keep smoothing until all of the bubbles are removed.

Wipe away excess Mod Podge with your brush.

For very small elements, brush adhesive onto the project surface and apply each element with tweezers.

Note: Once you have adhered all your elements to your surface, allow the design to dry for NO LESS than 15 minutes before moving to step 4.

When working with large pieces, smooth from the center outward. Air bubbles can be removed with the Mod Podge Tool Set. Use the squeegee with smaller items such as trays ? it was developed specifically for getting into corners.

4. Seal your project Add a protective coat of Mod Podge to your project using a sponge or flat brush. Allow to dry and then repeat. The number of coats you finish with is up to you, but we recommend at least two.

Use the brayer for larger items such as furniture.

For a very smooth finish, wet a piece of #400 grit sandpaper with water and sand lightly between coats. Wipe dry and polish with #0000 steel wool on the final coat.

To avoid tackiness, use a clear acrylic spray.

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