Clean your project surface. I wash glass, ceramic, and metal with warm soapy water – rinse thoroughly, and let dry. If your piece is too large, using rubbing alcohol and a cotton ball to clean. Yes. Cure time is different than dry time. Dry is dry to the touch. Curing is a chemical strengthening process you can’t rush. It is when the formula has reached its peak chemical performance (essentially). 7. I waited the cure time and my project messed up! Matte is good for enhancing visual designs with little glare. Where to Use Top Coats and Sealers Sealing Paper You should always wash brushes immediately after Mod Podging. Regular brush cleaner or non-abrasive soap works very well for cleaning brushes.You don’t need to use a new one each time as long as you wash the brushes out thoroughly before anything dries. What should I do if Mod Podge dries in my brush? sings* I’ve been spending most my years living in the crafter’s paradiiiiiise… power in the money… money in the power… minute after a minute…. hour after hour…

In terms of Mod Podging edges, just add more Podge around the edges and wipe away with a brush. It’s a good idea to do around the edge of any project to finish it, especially furniture. How can I minimize/eliminate brush strokes? Once you cut out your vinyl, you want to weed it, which means to remove all the extra bits that you don’t want to transfer to your mug. You might be able to do this with your fingernail, but you might want to use a weeding tool (I do). No, you do not need to seal Mod Podge. It is a glue, sealer, and finish all in one. The Mod Podge Hard Coat in particular has very tough properties that make it suitable for sealing furniture.It’s much stronger than Elmer’s, especially over the long haul. Read this post about why you shouldn’t make your own Mod Podge. Is Mod Podge waterproof when dry? Note: The Mod Podge sealer will look streakier when it is wet, and will be less noticeable after it cures. So if you are planning on using the glossy finish on something where you will be touching it a lot or in a frame under glass, you may want to consider a different finish.

Negative. You shouldn’t microwave anything you make with this formula. 3. What is the finish of this formula? Place your permanent adhesive vinyl shiny color side UP (right side up) on your cutting mat. Make sure the fine-point blade is loaded into your Cricut cutting machine, then load the mat in. I used my Cricut cutting machine to cut out these adorable faces, along with the fine point blade along, a green Standard Grip cutting mat, and some basic weeding tools and a scraper. Typically when you remove the water the Mod Podge will slowly dry to clear again. However, you might see some permanent cloudiness and/or rings. What about Outdoor Mod Podge? As I said before, no, Mod Podge is not waterproof. The longer answer has to do with the makeup of the product.

Sealing Artwork

Just give the little scraps of fabric a good soaking then leave them to dry as flat as you can. Then snip them up. It is truly ace and made making these pegs so easy. And if you are like me and keep every snippet of beautiful material than this is the PERFECT use! Mod Podge: Easy to apply. Good protection. Gloss and Matte finishes. Can be tinted. Adhesive qualities. Some protection from fingerprints. Application: Brush on a thin layer and allow it to dry. Cons: Visible brushstrokes. Can pool at the edges. TIP: A sponge brush or roller can alleviate brush marks. (NOTE: I am referring to the original Mod Podge in this article.) This version of Mod Podge is highly durable, and perfect for using with mugs or placemats or something that will be exposed to water but not for a long period of time. Apply a top coat, and wipe away any excess medium that squeezes out around the edges. Let dry and repeat as desired. We have written an article called Mod Podge Matte | Ultimate Guide if you want to learn what we like to use the matte Mod Podge for, and you will see some of our own crafting creations!

I hope this article has helped demystify Top Coats and Sealers for Crafts, including the old stand by Clear Sealant Spray. I even found a couple of new to me products during my research, like the Mod Podge Spray. Again, if you have a favorite protective or decorative coating for your crafting, I would love to discuss it in the comments below. Outdoor SealerPeople make glitter mugs all the time with this medium and they last for a long time after repeated dishwasher runs. Is Mod Podge permanent (since it isn’t waterproof)? After the last coat of sealer, set your mug in a clean, dry location to cure for 28 days before using. It will dry hard in a couple of days, but do NOT use the mug or expose it to water until the 28 days are up! GLOSSY, CRYSTAL CLEAR FINISH - When dry, this easy-to-use formula dries to a glossy, clear finish that will make your arts and crafts glisten It feels dry within an hour, but I wouldn’t hang up a project or use it until it’s been dry for 24 hours. For Hard Coat, the recommended dry time is 72 hours. Since Hard Coat is typically used on furniture, wait for 72 hours before putting anything on the furniture. Does Mod Podge have a shelf life? May is National Mod Podge Month which means we are celebrating all things Mod Podge all month long! Mod Podge Day is May 20!