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Paint the wood with mod podge, place the color copy down on it, and let it dry. Then get the paper wet and rub it off, leaving the ink behind. Your photo is magically transferred onto wood with the pretty wood grain showing through.
How do you transfer pictures with Mod Podge?
Apply thick layer of Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium to image side of copy so that it’s completely covered. Place face up on a piece of wax paper or craft mat and allow to completely dry for 24 hours. When dry, flip the image over and apply a wet a sponge to moisten the paper on the back of the image.
Can you transfer a regular picture to wood?
To transfer pictures onto wood, first cut the picture to the same size as the piece of wood, making sure that the center of the image is in the middle. Then, pour a coin-sized amount of mod podge onto the wood and spread it out with a foam brush. Once the wood is coated, lay the photo face down on the mod podge.
Does regular Mod Podge work for photo transfer?
While there are photo transfers you can do with regular Mod Podge, the Mod Podge brand photo transfer medium is its own item and is a one step process. You don’t need glue to go along with it like you do for other photo transfers! Also keep in mind that you cannot use the Photo Transfer Medium for regular decoupaging.
Can you Mod Podge Gloss for photo transfer?
If you want to try a Mod Podge photo transfer, you should first know that there are two types of photo transfers you can do. The first is an inkjet photo transfer to wood using school glue and Mod Podge (Matte or Gloss). This type of photo transfer looks particularly good on light backgrounds and unfinished wood.
Does Modge Podge dry clear photos?
Mod Podge Clear Image Transfer Medium dries to a clear, matte finish—perfect when working on colored backgrounds. It does not require a topcoat or finish; however, one can be applied for added protection.
What Mod Podge do you use for wood?
If you want the image to be opaque, without the wood grain showing through, you must use Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium. If you want the image to be translucent with the wood grain showing through, use regular, matte Pod Podge.
Can you Mod Podge over stained wood?
Would a wood stain also work? Yes, you can mod podge over stain. Just be sure it’s completely dry first and sealed with clear finish.
What kind of paper do you use to transfer pictures to wood?
What kind of paper do you use to transfer pictures to wood? All you need is regular old waxed paper.
How do you transfer pictures to wood without using Mod Podge?
Depending on the method you choose you can use: Back of label paper or wax paper. Regular printing paper and inkjet printer. Regular printing paper and laser printer. OHP Transparency Sheets and inkjet printer. “Iron on” paper.
Can you transfer glossy photo to wood?
First, get your wood slice, laser printed photo, Ultra Seal, and craft brush. This is all you’ll need for the first step. Trim your photo to fit onto your wood slice. Remember that the photo will be placed face down if you are transferring it to the wood, so it will be flipped on the wood slice.
How do you transfer pictures with nail polish remover?
Turn your photo face down on top of the tile. Cover the photo and tile with the sheet of acetate and use the knife of boning tool to rub across the acetate. The acetate protects the photo while you rub and apply pressure. It takes time, elbow grease, and patience.
Can you Mod Podge on inkjet photos?
Yep, you heard right! You can do an inkjet photo transfer to wood with just Mod Podge. You don’t need a laser printer or photo transfer medium either for this tutorial. It’s different from the Mod Podge photo transfer medium in that it gives your image a clear background.
Can you Mod Podge photo paper?
Applying Mod Podge over photo paper is not recommended because of how thick it i and how sensitive it is to moisture. Inkjet photos need to be coated beforehand. Laser photos do not.
Does Modge podge work on wood?
Almost any surface can be used to create a decoupage project. Suitable surfaces include wood, papier mache, terra cotta, tin, cardboard, and glass. Only SOME plastics are okay for decoupage – I recommend testing a small area before completing your entire project to make sure that the Mod Podge will adhere.
How do you decoupage photos?
Remove one photo from the design at a time. Dip a foam brush in the decoupage glue and coat the back of the photograph with the glue. Reapply the photograph to the surface and smooth it on with your fingertips. Repeat for each photo until they are all glued down.
How do you decoupage a photo on wood?
Paint the surface of a block of unfinished wood with a thick coat of Mod Podge using a sponge brush. Place the photo right-side up on the wood. Burnish the photo to remove any air bubbles and wrinkles. Cover with two more layers of Mod Podge, allowing each layer to dry before painting on the next.
