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Decoupage Photo Tote

Turn an ordinary tote bag into something special!

At a Glance:

#4509 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • Mod Podge Decoupage Finishes and Formulas Logo
  • Mod Podge Tools and Accessories  Logo
supplies

Picture This™ Transfer Medium - Opaque, 8 oz. - 24902

Number Needed: 1 $7.29 $3.65
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Metallics - Rose, 2 oz. - 652

Number Needed: 1 $2.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Gloss, 8 oz. - CS11201

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.
instructions

Other Supplies

Canvas tote bag, wood heart, Wood letter/initial, Small key, Silver ball chain, Dry toner copy of images (Picture, Scrapbook paper, Mucic sheet), Pink fiber/yarn (for tag), Pink glitter, plastic wrap/bag, Cardboard, Wax paper, Sponge brush, Sponge, Sandpaper, Drill

Instructions

  1. Paint back and edges of heart and front and edges of letter with Metallic Rose.

  2. Create a matted picture with scrapbook papers making sure the size will fit front of tote bag.

  3. Make a color dry toner copy of image and a mirror image of reversed copy (if it has words) of music sheet. Trim copy to size and place face up on wax paper.

  4. Cut cardboard to fit inside of tote and line with plastic and insert into bag.

  5. Follow directions on bottle of Picture This Transfer Medium to transfer images to bag and wood heart.

  6. Sand off any excess paper around heart.

  7. Drill hole in top side of heart.

  8. Paint Mod Podge onto top of letter. Pour on glitter shaking off excess. Allow to dry.

  9. Use Mod Podge to attach letter to center of heart. Allow to dry.

  10. Assemble heart and key on chain and tie with fiber. Hang from tote bag.

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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