How To Use Mod Podge On Vinyl
I apply a medium layer of my formula enough so that it s visible white on the surface.
How to use mod podge on vinyl. It works great on mugs or plates and you can choose from a variety of different finishes such as matte glossy or glitter. You apply it over your vinyl decal with a brush. Many people use mod podge for this step. Paper fabric wood using a paint brush or foam brush. That is not a good way to get crisp lines when stenciling with vinyl.
Now mod podge has a variety of products for specific projects but i prefer to use mod podge gloss. Then sand if needed to remove the overhanging paper if you cut it slightly larger than your surface. Apply a layer of mod podge using a paintbrush or foam brush. You can also apply a thin layer of modpodge over the top of your finished craft to seal the paper. The main downside is that you need to cure it for at least 28 days after you apply it.
For example if you are mod podging an image from a thin napkin onto a dresser use a thinner coat of mod podge. Mod podge is also non toxic and generally safe to use with older kids. I generally do not recommend this because mod podge often will pull up paint with it when you remove the stencil so it s like the opposite of the bleeds. Carefully lift the fabric paper or whatever you are using and flip it over. Generally is easy to take the mod podge off it is built up to the proper thickness.
Paint it on your surface evenly. Always apply an even layer of mod podge onto the back of the decorative piece you will be adhering as well as to the surface you will be covering. I cut my paper or fabric to fit the surface i typically use a ruler and craft knife over scissors to get the most precise fit. Apply the mod podge of your choice to your surface. I apply mod podge to the surface as well as to the back of the paper or fabric.
Take a wet cloth and lay it over the mod podge for 3 4 minutes. So it is just like working with paint. Wait about 20 30 minutes and then apply your vinyl lettering ontop of your modpodged surface. I use my cup turner and a foam brush to make sure i get full coverage. Apply a thin layer covering all areas of your tumbler.