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Mermaid Costume Headband

Create this last minute mermaid head band and become underwater royalty!

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Project #16666 Skill Level: Intermediate

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Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

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FolkArt ® Treasure Gold™ - Gold, 4 oz. - 5535

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FolkArt ® Glitterific™ Acrylic Paint - Rose Gold, 2 oz. - 5877

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FolkArt ® Color Shift™ Acrylic Paint - Aqua Flash, 2 oz. - 5130

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FolkArt ® Color Shift™ Acrylic Paint - Pastel Blue, 2 oz. - 12008

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Other Supplies

An assortment of of seashells
An assortment of pearls 
An assortment of of gems and rhinestones

Styrofoam 
Toothpicks 
Hot glue 
Headband

instructions

Cut three medium sized semi circles out of a sheet of styrofoam. 
Basecoat the headband and the styrofoam cutouts in your choice of FolkArt Color Shift paint. 
Use hot glue to attach the styrofoam cutouts onto the headband. 
Begin using hot glue to attach seashells all over the styrofoam cutouts. Cover as much of of the surface as possible 
Pour Mod Podge Matte throughout the cracks and crevices where the seashells were not able to reach or cover. Sprinkle pearls, gems/rhinestones and smaller shells on top of the poured Mod Podge  then allow it to all dry in place. Optional: To cover any other exposed styrofoam at the top of the headband, cover it in a layer of Mod Podge Matte then add on more gems, rhinestones and pearls. 
Once everything has dried, paint a coat of FolkArt Glitterific all over the shells and headband. 
Base coat three toothpicks with your choice of FolkArt Treasure Gold. Once the paint has dried, go back over the paint with a layer of FolkArt Glitterific. 
Stick the dried toothpicks into the top styrofoam to create the look of a halo crown.

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Decorated candles using Mod Podge ® or Royal Coat ® Decoupage Finish are meant for decorative purposes and not for illumination. Many of the decorations would catch fire and be hazardous if the candle were burned. However, if you are using a wide pillar candle and the decorations do not go to the top of the candle, it can be burned down slightly to create a well, then a votive candle inserted into the well. A new votive candle can be inserted when the old one is finished. Use extreme caution and good judgment when burning candles that have been decorated.

How do I decoupage with napkins or tissue paper?

First check to see if the napkin is 2 ply. If so, separate and lay aside. Brush Mod Podge directly on the your surface. Carefully place the printed napkin on the surface and lightly blot down with a dampened sponge. Start blotting in the center and work to the edge. Once it is in place, let dry. After about 30 minutes lightly apply a top coat of Mod Podge.

How do I apply paper inside glass or acrylic?

Apply a coat of Mod Podge® to the inside of the form and allow to dry slightly. Place the Napkin design where desired and gently rub it flat with your thumb.
Cover the image with a second very thin coat of Mod Podge®, beginning in the center and brushing out. Allow to dry thoroughly.
Add special sponging or spouncing effects, as desired, around the design and let dry.
Paint the whole inside with a light color of FolkArt® Acrylic Colors. If you want to use a darker color inside, first paint around the Napkin design with a light color, let dry and then add the darker color.

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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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Mermaid Costume Headband