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Paper Napkin Decoupage on a Wood Frame
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Paper Napkin Decoupage

Learn how to decoupage a paper napkin to a wood frame with using the iron on method and Mod Podge.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time1 hour
Dry Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: 1 frame
Cost: $2

Equipment

Materials

Instructions

  • Paint the frame using white craft paint. Roll on one side, let dry, and flip over. Paint other side and let dry.
    Rolling white paint onto a heart frame using a foam roller
  • Apply a coat of Mod Podge to the wood; don't do the edges. Let dry 15-20 minutes and repeat.
    Applying two coats of Mod Podge to the top of the white painted wood frame
  • While the Mod Podge is drying, separate the napkin from the bottom layers. You can use tape to help. You just want the top layer with the design.
    Separating floral napkin layers
  • Place the napkin down onto the frame. Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the napkin, and run the craft iron across the top several times. While you are doing this, the Mod Podge is melting below the napkin, and the napkin is adhering. Keep going until the napkin is fully adhered, including the edges.
    Ironing the floral napkin onto the picture frame
  • Let the frame cool after ironing. Use an emery board to gently sand away the excess napkin. Sanding at an angle works very well. Continue until all the extra napkin is removed.
    Sanding away the edges of the napkin on the frame with an emery board
  • Use craft glue to adhere the embellishments. Let dry completely before adding a photo and displaying.
    Gluing the paper flowers onto the frame with craft glue