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Gold and Black Cutting Board

Serve tasty hors d'oeuvres at your next dinner party on this beautiful gold and black cutting board. You'll wow your guests with this handcrafted beauty. Easily add flowing color with Mod Podge Alcohol Inks and FolkArt Acrylic Paint.

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At a Glance:

Project #15894 Skill Level: Advanced
supplies

Plaid Supplies

Mod Podge ® Resin - 8 oz. - 25263

Number Needed: 1 $19.99
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Mod Podge ® Alcohol Ink Set - Metallics, 2 pc. - 25291

Number Needed: 1 $7.99
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz. - 938

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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FolkArt ® Treasure Gold™ - Gold, 2 oz. - 3081

Number Needed: 1 $7.99
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FolkArt ® Brush Sets - Soft Grip - Wash Brush Set - 50603E

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
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FolkArt ® Home Decor™ Tools - Layering Block - 36046

Number Needed: 1 $4.49
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Other Supplies

  • Respirator
  • Gloves
  • Cups
  • Torch
  • Cutting Board
  • Painters Tape

instructions

  1. Basecoat the cutting board Licorice.  Allow to dry.
  2. Pour Treasure Gold onto paper plate.  Dip the layering blocks into the paint and lightly glide the treasure gold from the bottom righthand corner up towards the top.  Refer to the photo for exact placement.
  3. In separate cups, mix resin with gold ink and silver ink.
  4. Tape off the inside of the hole.
  5. Pour the two mixes into the recessed area in cutting board and move resin around to create a marbled effect. Use the torch to remove any bubbles. Allow 24 hours for the resin to dry.
  6. Build a tape wall around the entire cutting board.
  7. Mix clear resin and pour onto the cutting board covering the entire top surface. Use the torch to remove any bubbles.   Allow another 24 hours for the resin to dry.
  8. Once dry remove the tape.

Related FAQs

Can a Mod Podge Resin project be decorated with paint?
Can I apply Mod Podge Resin in layers, and how long should I wait between applying each layer?
Can I use a mold when working with Mod Podge Resin? And what types of molds work best?
How can I thin out the resin mixture?
How do I mix Mod Podge Resin?
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Mod Podge Resin Info Sheet

Mod Podge Resin Info Sheet

Download this PDF document to learn more about Mod Podge Resin.

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Related FAQs

Once Mod Podge Resin has been completely cured, it can be decorated or embellished with paint, markers, ink, and more. Once decorated, it is recommended that the surface be protected by pouring a thin top coat of clear Mod Podge Resin over the decorated surface.
Yes, Mod Podge Resin can be applied to a surface in layers. The second layer can be applied once the first layer has set. This could be one to two hours, depending upon the humidity level and temperature in the room.
Mod Podge Resin works best with all types of molds. Some molds like a silicone mold will not require a mold release agent, while other types of molds made of plastic polypropylene or polyethylene sheet plastic will require a mold release agent

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