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Mod Podge Romance Hat Box

Store your love letters in this beautiful box.

At a Glance:

#4491 Skill Level: Intermediate Time:
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This project features these great brands:

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supplies

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Linen, 2 oz. - 420

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - True Burgundy, 2 oz. - 456

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.

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

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

FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Coffee Bean, 2 oz. - 940

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

Number Needed: 1 $-1.00
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Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
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instructions

Other Supplies

Mod Podge papers, Large hat box, Large wooden knob, Acrylic key shaped surface, 3/8” gold ribbon, ¾” masking tape, ¾” flat brush, Stencil brush, Hot glue

Instructions

  1. Basecoat the bottom part of box  and wooden knob with True Burgundy and the lid with Linen.  Allow to dry.
     
  2. Tape off the diamond pattern with ¾” masking tape.  Using the stencil brush with the dry brush technique.  Shade all the diamonds with Licorice.  Allow to dry.  Remove tape and then high light with the stencil brush in Wicker White.  Allow to dry.
     
  3. Cut out elements  from the papers and Mod podge on.  Refer to photo for guidance.
     
  4. For the lid, dry brush the Coffee Bean.  Allow to dry.
     
  5. Using the papers that resemble letters, tear edges and Mod Podge on the lid as shown.  Glue the knob to the middle of the box.  Add other elements of paper with Mod Podge.  Cut out the words “love letter” and Mod Podge them around the knob.  Once they are dry add the Gold Dimensional Magic Gold Glitter on top of each letter.  Mod Podge papers  to the back of the acrylic key and tie around  the knob with gold ribbon.  Cut out more elements and attach.

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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