Homemade Modge Podge (Decoupage Glue)

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:46:00 -0400

Attachment 6374Make your own decoupage glue with 2 very simple basic ingredients for a mere fraction of the cost of the name brand product, plus learn the difference of when you should use homemade and when you should splurge on the real thing!

To Make your Own:

3/4 c. Elmers White Glue (no other brand, NOT washable kind)
1/4 c. Water

Mix them together until they are completely incorporated and use as you would any store-bought modge podge decoupage product. An old washed out vitamin bottle works

MYO Personalized Decoupage Serving Tray $15

Mon, 06 May 2013 08:15:00 -0400

Attachment 6369 Make your own gorgeous decoupage personalized serving tray for mom this Mother's Day for around $15!
Serving trays are great for a number of things- serving your mom breakfast in bed (hint, hint), carrying condiments/salad items to the dinner table each night and much more. As a child I remember that my Aunt leaned hers against the wall in the kitchen to display the beautiful hand painted design. Regardless of how the lucky recipient chooses to use their decoupaged serving tray, it will become a favored gift.

You'll Need:

Make your Own Glue

Mon, 06 May 2013 05:01:00 -0400

Attachment 6368Making glue is as simple as boiling water. Mix this recipe up ahead of time to have a strong glue on hand that works wonderfully in any arts and crafts project.
Glue is relatively simple to make at home and stores well in any tightly covered container, such as a mason jar.

Combine the following in a small saucepan & bring to a rolling boil:

3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 teaspoons white vinegar

Blend the following in a small bowl:

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Homemade Modge Podge (Decoupage Glue)

MYO Personalized Decoupage Serving Tray $15

Make your Own Glue