This easy decoupage
crafting video shows how to decorate plant pots or a watering can, using a few
simple materials: paper napkins, PVA glue or mod podge and a crafting technique
called decoupage. This is a fun, easy creative craft project suitable for all
ages, children, teens and adults. A fun garden themed crafty project!
You can
apply this paper and glue crafting technique, also known as decoupage, to lots
of projects. Basically, any item glue will stick to can be decorated with paper
(glass jars, tin cans, plant pots, wood items, etc).
Materials
needed for this project include:
Metal plant
pot or watering can (clean with no rust).
Glue such as
PVA glue, Elmer's, or basic non-toxic glue.
Optional:
mod podge can be used instead of PVA glue.
Small paint
brush, to apply glue.
Scissors to
cut napkin pieces.
1 ply napkin
(simply separate napkin at edge to separate).
Water to
clean paintbrush.
Varnish is
essential for this project! If leaving outside, please apply a clear,
non-yellowing varnish to protect your project, suitable for metal &
exterior use. This is important to protect your work!
Only a few
materials needed to make this project. This simple crafting video introduces
how to decoupage on metal for home interior decor, or for the garden.
After
decorating your piece, seal with a clear outdoor varnish - this will protect
your paper napkin decoupage from coming off!
This is a
great weekend crafting project! A great craft at home project to stay safe. A
good project for any time of the year, and for all ages or abilities. Young
children should be supervised.
Tips:
Speciality decoupage paper is available in shops and online, however, you can
use napkins and save money. Mod podge is a great glue to use, however, you can
use PVA glue for decoupage projects and save money. To protect your piece, use
a suitable wood/metal clear (non-yellowing) varnish. And a varnish for exterior
use if leaving outside. Mod podge also make a product for exterior projects.
No watering
can? Use a tin can instead, which can be painted first.
Napkins: Use
1-ply napkins - most napkins are 2-ply or 3-ply. To separate, pull apart at the
corners, to make a 1-ply napkin for this project. Cut decorations our of the
napkin to apply to your project. You don't need to paint your item beforehand,
but you can if you want and let dry fully – painting the item is optional.
Other how to @LetsCraftNi videos by Let’s Craft NI
Bunting Making: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rBlfFb52mA
Birdhouse Decoupage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vm7-ImdqIA&t=3s
Tin Can = Pencil Holders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32FmD8kpldQ
Glass Jar Vases: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0aMmeiXTpk&t=40s
How to Make a Rustic Vase from a Recycled Tin Can, Twigs and
Garden Twine https://youtu.be/f8cxWKVNdcU
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