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Mod Podge Image to Canvas

Learn how to transfer an image to canvas using decoupage medium. Create your own wall art with any printed image.
Prep Time30 minutes
Active Time1 hour 30 minutes
Dry Time2 hours
Total Time4 hours
Yield: 2 canvases
Cost: $6

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

  • Scan a book or photos. I scanned at 300 dpi, but you can scan at 600 dpi too so that you can blow up the picture.
    Scanning images from a book
  • Print out the images of your choice and trim them to fit the canvases. If inkjet, spray with clear acrylic sealer or hairspray on both sides and let dry before trimming.
    Trimming an image out of paper using a ruler and craft knife
  • Paint the canvases with the colors of your choice and let dry.
    Painting a canvas with blue acrylic paint
  • Spread a medium layer of Mod Podge down on the canvas and smooth the design down to the top. Let dry for 15 - 20 minutes.
    Spreading a medium layer of Mod Podge down on a canvas with a brush
  • Put a top coat on the image and then the entire canvas. Let dry completely before hanging.
    Painting a layer of Mod Podge over an image on canvas

Notes

If you are having a hard time smoothing the image to canvas, turn over on a non-stick work surface and smooth from the inside. This helps since canvas is flexible.