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Family Plaque for Home

Create some wall art that shows off your family name.

At a Glance:

#6107 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

supplies

Mod Podge ® Foam Brush Set, 4 pc. - 24959

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

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Teal, 2 oz. - 405

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

Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

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

Other Supplies

Wood plaque, Scrapbook paper, Scissors, Sticker letters, Sewing pin, Tweezers, Sandpaper, Damp paper towel, Wall hanger

Instructions

  1. Trim the papers to fit the top of the wood plaque.  Tear the edges to work around the corners of the plaque.  Use rectangle shapes to fill in the center.
  2. Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge Ultra Matte Chalk to the back of the paper, Position the paper onto the plaque.  Smooth with your fingers to eliminate any air bubbles. Allow to dry for 1 hour.
  3. Place the letter stickers across the center of the plaque and press to secure.
  4. Paint over the paper and stickers with Teal paint.  Work quickly and don’t use too much paint.  You want a bit of the paper to show through.
  5. Use and sewing pin and tweezers, lift the letter stickers from the plaque.  Do this while the paint is still wet.
  6. Allow the plaque to dry.  Once dry, use sandpaper to distress the edges and a few sections of the plaque.  Wipe clean with a damp paper towel.
  7. Top-coat with a layer of Mod Podge Ultra Matte Chalk.  Once dry, attach a hook to the back and hang.
  • PROJECT TIP: When working with sandpaper or sanding sponges, make sure you keep a damp paper towel around to help clean up the mess.

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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