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Photo Cubes

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#3674 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Acrylic Paint Logo
  • Mod Podge Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Apple Orchard, 2 oz. - 2241

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Patina, 2 oz. - 444

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz. - 901

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Fabric, 8 oz. - CS11218

Number Needed: 1 $8.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Matte, 4 oz. - CS11305

Number Needed: 1 $4.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.
instructions

Other Supplies

Nicole Crafts Wood Photo Block - WOD 0173 (7-17656-57183-8), Nicole Crafts Wood Photo Block - WOD 0174 (7-17656-57184-5), Sponge brush set (3), 1-¼ yard of four coordinating prints – lightweight fabric, Matte spray sealer, Assorted trims, Assorted rickrack, Assorted buttons, Assorted embellishments, Assorted ribbons, Wallet-size color photocopies of special pictures, Wax paper, Scissors, Ruler, Pencil, Toothpick

Instructions

  1. Paint back of fabric with Mod Podge and let dry before cutting to prevent fraying.
  2. Spray all photocopies front and back with several light coats of spray sealer, letting dry in between coats.
  3. Paint cube Wicker White. Let dry. Paint edges of one Apple Orchard, and the other, Patina.
  4. Cover work area with wax paper. Measure cube and cut square of wax paper for pattern 3/4" smaller.
  5. Turn fabric over. Using pencil, draw around square pattern on fabrics as desired.
  6. Paint all these areas with a generous coat of Fabric Mod Podge. Let dry. Cut out.
  7. Paint Matte Mod Podge on one side of cube. Position square of fabric and press down. Use fingers to rub from the center out until all air bubbles are gone and fabric lays flat. Let dry and apply another coat of Matte Mod Podge on top of fabric.
  8. Repeat for 11 sides. Let project.
  9. Plan layout of pictures. Trim to fit as desired, letting some overlap.
  10. Select trims, ribbons, etc. Apply some under and over photos. Apply Matte Mod Podge to adhere photos. Press lightly with fingers. Let dry before proceeding to next side.
  11. Use a little Fabric Mod Podge to glue trims and buttons on as desired. A toothpick can be used as an applicator.

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.

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