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How to Mod Podge a canvas with any design
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Mod Podge Canvas

Learn how to add any design to a canvas with Mod Podge! You'll cut scrapbook paper in layers and use decoupage medium to bring it all together. Get the tutorial here.
Course Wall Art
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Dry Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 1 canvas
Cost $5

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 Canvas of any size – I used 16″ x 20″
  • Acrylic paint
  • Mod Podge any formula; I used Gloss
  • 3 sheets Scrapbook paper in the colors of your choice – I used black, red and a flesh color
  • Clip art

Instructions

  • Paint the canvas any color you like; let dry. Add additional coats if needed.
  • Print the design on printer paper. If it is a large design, print it on a few pages and then tape it together. Tape together on the front and back.
  • Tape the design to the scrapbook paper and begin cutting. Start with the largest portion of the design to cut first, then cut inward. Depending on the design, you might need a few print outs to cut multiple portions.
  • Keep cutting the various layers of the design, using stencil tape as needed.
  • To add the design to the canvas, begin with the base piece and Mod Podge it to the canvas. Put a medium layer on the canvas, smooth the shape down and then let it dry for 15 – 20 minutes.
  • After the base portion of the design dries, add a coat of Mod Podge to the top. Place the next layer down and smooth. Let dry and repeat until the entire design comes together.
  • Once the design has dried, add two coats of Mod Podge to the entire canvas, letting dry between layers. The Mod Podge will dry clear.
  • Let dry for 24 hours before hanging.