Mod Podge on Styrofoam
Learn how to use decoupage medium to attach fabric to a foam tray!
Yield: 1 tray
Cost: $2
Equipment
- Wide paintbrush
Instructions
- Using the styrofoam tray as your guide, cut the fabric to size. Make sure to add in about 1” all around the styrofoam tray so you are able to fold it over the edges, and also additional allowance if your tray is deeper.
- Apply a generous amount of Mod Podge on the top of one tray, and apply your fabric. Make sure to push the fabric in the grooves and corners if your styrofoam tray has it. I find that working in sections is best as it helps you smoothen the fabric down better. Let it dry.
- Repeat step 2, but with the bottom of the other tray.
- Fold the fabric over the edges on both trays, and Mod Podge them to secure. For the corners, fold them neatly and as closely to the edge of the tray as possible. Cut any excess fabric and Mod Podge the folds to secure. Wait for those to dry.
- Attach the trays together by using Mod Podge on the exposed styrofoam sides and stacking them together. Let dry completely before using.
Notes
I personally love the stacked effect of two with different fabrics, and I can’t wait to experiment with 3 different prints, too! You can always use the same print fabric to lessen the ‘stacked’ effect if that is your preference.