Monday, March 9, 2009

Step By Step: Scrapbook Paper Mod Podge Project

Supply List
2 boards of differing sizes (the ones below are 6.5 x 11.5 inches and 4 x 9 inches)
Mod Podge
Scrapbook Paper (cut to size of the large board)
Coordinating craft paint
Sandpaper
Brushes
Vinyl Lettering




STEP ONE: Paint the smaller board completely and paint only the edges of the larger board. Allow to dry.



STEP TWO: Apply Mod Podge over the large board completely, paying special attention to the corners.



STEP THREE: Apply the piece of scrapbook paper over top of the mod podged board.


STEP FOUR: Smooth scrapbook paper down with credit card to remove air bubbles and to make sure it adheres well.


STEP FIVE: Allow to dry and then sand the edges. This removes any overhang of the scrapbook paper. It also helps to seal the edges and corners.



STEP SIX: Apply another coat of Mod Podge over top of the scrapbook paper, again paying special attention to the corners and edges so it seals properly.


STEP SEVEN: Sand edges of smaller board.


STEP EIGHT: Remove backing from vinyl lettering and apply to the smaller board.




STEP NINE: Apply a coat of Mod Podge over smaller board and vinyl lettering to seal & protect vinyl lettering. This also gives both boards a uniform finish.


STEP TEN: Apply wood glue to the back of the smaller board and adhere it to the larger board.


STEP ELEVEN: Put a picture hanger on the back to hang on the wall or display your fun new decoration on an easel!

Step By Step: Vinyl to Wall Application

Here is the "before" picture of a very nice but boring grouping of photos in a hallway. Below are step-by-step instructions on how to apply some fun vinyl lettering directly to the wall in order to spice things up!


STEP ONE: Without removing any of the backing from the vinyl, hold it up to the wall and "eyeball" about where you would like it to be.



STEP TWO: In order to make sure the lettering is level, find a common letter in your saying and make sure it is the same distance from the bottom as the other letter in the saying (we use the "e" below).



STEP THREE: After you have your vinyl in place, mark the corners with a pencil on the wall.


STEP FOUR: Remove the backing of the vinyl lettering.



STEP FIVE: Line up the corners with the markings you've made on the wall for placement.



STEP SIX: Using a credit card, smooth out the tape and lettering, adhering it to the wall.



STEP SEVEN: Remove the transfer tape carefully. The most effective way is to hold it as close to the wall as possible as you pull it downward.


STEP EIGHT: Stand back and admire your work and love your new vinyl lettering!

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Welcome

Welcome to the new blog of Say Anything Expressions! We hope to make this a place that you can come for fun ideas, step by step instructions, seasonal projects and loads of inspiration. Please come back often to see our updates & get an idea of the endless possibilities you can create using vinyl!

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