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| rksmith |
Posted - Mar 17 2012 : 12:55:45 PM
I bought some as I thought it'd be good to have for a few projects I have in mind (and as usual in my mind they are so awesome looking, lol). Anyway, exactly how do you use this stuff? I have never used it. I gather that it is a type of craft glue. One of my ideas is to cover some of the metal cookie tins from the holidays with either fabric or some wall paper border stuff I have. I've got plenty to play around with to get it right, so I'm not worried about messing anything up. Do I just put the modpodge on the back side of the fabric/paper and then stick it to the tin? I also got the clear coat (as suggested on the mod podge) and I take it that just goes over the top to seal it better?
Rachel
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| soapmommy60543 |
Posted - Mar 25 2012 : 2:23:04 PM
CeeJay - LOVE your lights!!
Also, for standard decoupaging, you can make your own modpodge way cheaper. Works just as well, and roughly half the price. I make my own, and use it to stiffen crocheted snowflakes, paper projects, fabric stuff. So here's the recipe: 1 part Aleene's Tacky Glue and 1 part water. I mix mine and keep it in a repurposed jar. This is the matte finish - if you want shiny, you are supposed to add 1 part of something else, but can't remember what it is. You can find this "recipe" on the web - just look up "make your own modpodge".
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Mar 22 2012 : 2:01:27 PM
Jan,
I used my craft knife on the cups. First I place them with the bottom down on a cutting board and make an "X" across the bottom, but be careful not to make it go all the way to the edge. Then turn it over with bottom up and finish cutting through any spots that may need it, again being careful not to go clear to the edge.
My craft knife is similiar to an Exacto, with a very pointed, sharp and narrow blade. You don't want to make an actual "hole" . . the "X" cut works to provide some tension on the light to keep the shade on the light.
Hope that helps . . let me know if you need more info.
CJ
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| FieldsofThyme |
Posted - Mar 22 2012 : 11:48:48 AM
I use it for lots of stuff - decoupaging fabric to baskets, I just made a few journals with old maps (see my SCRAP blog), used it to make things with scrap wallpaper etc. My kids love using it too.
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| jan49829 |
Posted - Mar 22 2012 : 05:43:14 AM
CJ, how do you put the holes in the cups for the lights to go through without them cracking? I want to make some of those for my yard.
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| rough start farmgirl |
Posted - Mar 21 2012 : 10:17:33 PM
CJ, those are adorable lights.
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| katmom |
Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 9:12:15 PM
Rachel,, once you have done your first project w/Mod Podge,,, you'll be hooked...
I decopauged a Uekele with scrap fabric,,, not to mention luggage & train cases and other things....
Next to spray paint, Mod Podge is my favorite crafting tool.
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| ptroupe |
Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 7:08:29 PM
CJ, I love your lights!!
Portia
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| rksmith |
Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 4:12:22 PM
That is AWESOME!!!! What a cool idea. I looked up the plaid website and they have lots of good info and suggestions. Thanks ladies!!
Rachel
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Mar 19 2012 : 7:19:57 PM
This is one project I did using solo party cups, fabric, Mod Podge and a 20-light mini-light strand. We used it at our "glamp-site" this week on our canopy.
CJ
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Mar 19 2012 : 7:18:20 PM
The Mod Podge I use is good for fabric and paper . . . works good too. But, yes, it is a glue and sealant. I usually brush on a coat on the surface, then apply whatever I'm using and then another coat over the top.
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| rksmith |
Posted - Mar 19 2012 : 5:17:09 PM
Good advice, thanks!
Rachel
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| Rosemary |
Posted - Mar 17 2012 : 3:13:09 PM
You might want to sand your metal tins a little bit first. Also, be sure not to put fabric on the part of the tin where the lid fits down, or it won't fit.
Mod Podge is both a glue and a sealant. Instructions for use should have come with what you bought, but you can find lots of how-to's online. Just Google "Mod Podge metal fabric" and you'll be all set. There are even some You Tube videos. I think there might be a special Mod Podge for fabric, as opposed to paper. Not sure about that, but you might want to study your label to make sure it will do what you want it to do.
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