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rksmith
True Blue Farmgirl
858 Posts
Rachel
Clayton
GA
USA
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 Posted - Mar 17 2012 : 12:55:45 PM
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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
Farmgirl Sister #2753
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Rosemary
True Blue Farmgirl
1825 Posts
Virginia
USA
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Posted - Mar 17 2012 : 3:13:09 PM
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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.
Sounds like you're going to wind up with some very pretty boxes! |
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rksmith
True Blue Farmgirl
858 Posts
Rachel
Clayton
GA
USA
858 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2012 : 5:17:09 PM
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Good advice, thanks!
Rachel
Farmgirl Sister #2753
True enlightenment is nothing but the nature of one's own self being fully realised-- His Holiness the Dali Lama
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13911 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13911 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13911 Posts |
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rksmith
True Blue Farmgirl
858 Posts
Rachel
Clayton
GA
USA
858 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 4:12:22 PM
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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
Farmgirl Sister #2753
True enlightenment is nothing but the nature of one's own self being fully realised-- His Holiness the Dali Lama
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ptroupe
True Blue Farmgirl
1752 Posts
Portia
Johnson City
NY
USA
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Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 7:08:29 PM
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CJ, I love your lights!!
Portia
Wishing for the country life! |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17470 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Mar 20 2012 : 9:12:15 PM
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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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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3331 Posts
marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
3331 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2012 : 10:17:33 PM
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CJ, those are adorable lights.
Marianne |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
2428 Posts |
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13911 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13911 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2012 : 2:01:27 PM
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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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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
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Posted - Mar 25 2012 : 2:23:04 PM
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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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