10 Steps to perfect Mod Podging
October 19, 2009 by Alison
I get asked all the time about fun new easy ways to decorate and I tell them mod podging!
This is a fun new way to decorate your decorations! It is super easy too. Leave the paint to stink in your garage…(you are going to be smelling glue:) Really don’t smell it…
1. Buy your mod podge.
I buy the matte kind (to be specific…Mod Podge CS11302 Original 16-Ounce Glue, Matte Finish)
2. Use a foam brush. The kind you throw away!
3. Pick out your scrapbook paper. I like to use the thicker paper (it bubbles less). Choose a small print (this helps to keep your focus on the project, not over whelm it).
4. Place your item on the paper and trace around it.
5. Cut it out. It does not have to be perfect!
6. Paint a thin layer of Mod Podge on the item you want covered.
7. Place your paper on the item and squish it down.
8. Take a credit card or plastic pan scraper (that’s the blue thing in the picture) and start in the middle to rub all the bubbles out.
9. Let it dry for about 1 minute (yep 1 minute) and then sand the paper edges off.
10. For an additional step you can stain the edges. Giving it a shabby chic look. You can use a distressing stamp pad (found at craft stores) or stain (from the hardware store).
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I have mod podged a candle with real autumn leaves. I am going to try mod podge on frames next when I get a chance.
so simple – and CUTE!
This is a great tutorial! I am using mod podge tonight and will keep your tips in mind! (I almost typed “tits” instead of “tips” – THAT would have been embarrassing! Yikes!)
~Amanda @Looking Glass Jewels
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Anyone have any pointers for Mod Podging larger areas with fabric? I have an idea festering in my brain and I wanna make sure I do it right the first time!! Thanks!
I would follow the tips given above, except maybe do it just a small section at a time. Since fabric is more bendy and pliable than paper, you can do a small section (make sure NOT to skip the scraping/smoothing out part) and then when it dries, do the next section.
I have heard that if you spread the fabric out (right side down) and cover the back with Modge Podge that it handles better and won’t fray when you cut it! Hope this helps!
Make sure you use Mod podge fabric instead of the matte type above! I ruined 1 or 2 projects before I figured this out!
Love these tips! I included them in my ModPodge post today. If you get a chance, drop by!
Have a great weekend!
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Do you have photos or tips on how to do the staining on the edges?
I am am afraid I’m going to overdo it!
Make sure to wipe it off with a paper towel when you are finished…and just do the edges:)
Swipe an ink pad or distress inks from Tim Holtz. Get this at Michael’s! Fast, easy peasy!
~Vanessa W
blowdrying is a BIG help! Thanks for the tips!
why the matte. What affect does it have?
When I tried to mod podge computer black and white pictures to wood they turned green….even later when I tried again after spraying the computer paper with sealer on the back and front, a few still had a green on them….scared to do the whole thing with MP.