How To Use Mod Podge To Seal Glitter
We personally use mod podge to seal all of our glass framed diamond paintings.
How to use mod podge to seal glitter. Use long even strokes to reduce the appearance of brush lines. Do this to each side of the box. Using a makeup wedge apply a thin layer to the inside of the heart stencil. You can using any glitter thickness chunky fine or ultra fine. Once the mod podge is dry your item will look great but as you can see from the picture above as soon as you pick it up glitter gets transferred to your hands and then everywhere else too.
For a simple and quick finish apply a smooth moderate layer of mod podge extreme glitter to the decoupaged surface. Make sure you cover the entire item and don t leave any raw glitter poking through. The proper time is around 20 minutes so be careful with your timing. When you apply mod podge to a crafting design use side to side strokes with a proper brush and apply one layer of the sealer. Mod podge super gloss.
Make sure the entire surface is covered. Leave this to dry completely. Cut the paper or fabric out using a pair of scissors or a craft knife. You can put that glitter back into its original container. If you want to mod podge a round item like a can measure the height of the item and cut the paper fabric according to that height.
Apply a second coat of mod podge and glitter if you feel that you need more coverage. You should allow the mod podge coating time to dry properly before applying up and down brush strokes with another even layer of the sealer. We recommend the super gloss variety to preserve the shininess of your diamond painting. Use a toothpick to make it even and to clear any hole needed to hang the blank. It s super easy to apply just spray it on non toxic and comes in different finishes and formulas.
Allow to dry in between coats. Mix glitter with mod podge and brush it on to your project like paint. Allow to dry 15 20 minutes before applying a topcoat of mod podge extreme glitter. One option for sealing glitter with a decoupage medium is by mixing glitter directly into the mod podge. Set the frame or box down on the paper or fabric and trace around it using a pencil.