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Zebra Hatbox

At a Glance:

#3119 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • Mod Podge Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® One Stroke™ Brushes - Brush Sets - Value Pack - 1059

Number Needed: 1 $15.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Multi-Surface Satin Acrylic Paints - Bright Pink, 2 oz. - 2896

Number Needed: 1 $1.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz. - 938

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

Mod Podge ® Satin, 8 oz. - CS11272

Number Needed: 1 $8.49
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Mod Podge ® Mega Glitter - Silver, 8 oz. - CS17293

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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instructions

Other Supplies

Large round hatbox, 1 roll of double-sided wire edge zebra print ribbon (pink inside if available), Floral Wire, 2 pages of scrapbook paper in zebra print, Scissors, Ruler, Pencil, Hot glue gun

Instructions

  1. Using Licorice, paint inside of box, inside lid, and box bottom. Let dry.
  2. Paint top of lid and rim with Bright Pink. Let dry. Paint Mod Podge Mega Glitter Silver over pink areas.
  3. Measure and cut zebra paper to height of box.
  4. Paint an even coat of Mod Podge Satin on the box. Position the paper and press into place with fingers. Smooth out all air bubbles by rubbing from the center of paper to the edges until it lays perfectly flat. Proceed around the box in approximately 8” widths, making sure all air bubble are rubbed out before proceeding to the next area. Trim overlap to 1/2” and glue down with Mod Podge. Let project dry.
  5. Apply a smooth even coat of Mod Podge Satin over entire box to seal and give an even finish.
  6. Pinch loops of ribbon between your fingers and measure against the box lid. Continue pinching loops until you have enough for a full bow. Secure the center with wire.
  7. Adjust the loops and glue bow down using hot glue.

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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