Fabulous Glitter Crafts Made with Mod Podge (2024)

FAQs

Which Mod Podge is best for glitter? ›

If you love the look of sparkle but don't love the glittery mess, try Extreme Glitter Mod Podge. The blingy-ness is built in! It's used in a lot of holiday crafts in addition to day-to-day.

The dry time between applications of Mod Podge Mega Glitter is approximately 20–30 minutes, depending upon the thickness of application and the humidity level of the room.

Add a touch of sparkle to your decoupage projects! Mod Podge Sparkle is a great way to add a fun, festive touch to fashion accessories, jewelry, holiday projects, kids crafts and more. This all-in-one decoupage glue, sealer and finish dries fast and clear, holds tight and protects your creations.

Paint the item you want to cover in a thin, even coat of Mod Podge and shake over your glitter until the item is covered. Leave this to dry completely.

Apply a top layer of Mod Podge to seal in the glitter.

You could also use watered down school glue to create an opaque sealant for your crafting project. The top layer of Mod Podge acts as a sealant and will prevent the glitter from flaking away.

You can use two or more coats depending on the type of affect you are trying to achieve. If you want a soft smooth surface with no ridges, apply at least 5 to 6 coats.

Mod Podge dries to the touch right away (like most acrylic products); in about 15 – 20 minutes. Depending on the environment, it can be longer. Humidity can make it take longer. You can speed up the drying with a hair dryer.

Which Brings Me to Mod Podge Gloss . . . Mod Podge Gloss has a very simple concept – it is a decoupage medium (what is decoupage?) with a GLOSSY finish. This means the finish is shiny when light hits it.

For a very smooth finish, wet a piece of #400 grit sandpaper with water and sand lightly between coats. Wipe dry and polish with #0000 steel wool on the final coat. To avoid tackiness, use a clear acrylic spray. Add a protective coat of Mod Podge to your project using a sponge or flat brush.

How do you seal glitter craft? ›

For sealant options, you can use either glue, mod podge, or glitter sealant spray for the best results. You can also mix some glitter directly into a small amount of glue or mod podge to create your own glitter glues and paints.

You can definitely seal glitter with Mod Podge, provided Mod Podge was used to apply the glitter in the first place. You can also do a second layer to seal the glittered surface. Use mod podge with a gloss finish to achieve a shiny and durable finish.

Application Trick. If you are applying your chunky festival glitter to the body, Vaseline is said to be the best product for making your glitter stick. Spread the petroleum jelly evenly on the area of the skin, then press the glitter in with your hand or a brush and wait for it to dry.

If you're heading to a music festival this summer and want to go full-Kesha with the glitter, pack some Vaseline to use as an adhesive. "Vaseline is great for sticking glitter down and is completely safe for the face (and even leaves skin feeling quite smooth underneath)," says Katrina, co-founder of The Gypsy Shrine.

Aleene's® Spray-On Glitter Sealer is perfect for permanently protecting your decoupage crafts and other projects while adding that extra element of sparkle you crave. Spray it on cards, paper, wood, metal and glass for a permanent, acid-free sealant with a sparkly finish.

If you want to stick and seal glitter onto fabric, we suggest using Aleene's permanent fabric glue. If you are adding glitter to an old pair of shoes, glass, wood, or almost any other surface, we suggest using mod podge. Mod podge is highly effective and keeps your glitter firmly in place.

Fill the water bottle with vegetable oil, leaving one-half inch free on top. Oil is the secret for glitter to float in the water.

Any clear acrylic spray sealer will do (the Mod Podge brand sealers are good) . . . though if an item is going to be exposed to water, you'll need to use a waterproof/enamel sealer. Wait about an hour for Mod Podge to dry before applying any additional sealer.

Aluminum is the material that makes glitter reflective, aka sparkle. And the process by which aluminum is deposited on both sides of the film is called metallization. Afterward, these sheets are cut into the preferred size, fine as dust or chunkier like confetti.

How long should you wait between layers of Mod Podge? ›

Can I apply Mod Podge Resin in layers, and how long should I wait between applying each layer? Yes, Mod Podge Resin can be applied to a surface in layers. The second layer can be applied once the first layer has set. This could be one to two hours, depending upon the humidity level and temperature in the room.

No, you do not need to seal Mod Podge. It is a glue, sealer, and finish all in one. The Mod Podge Hard Coat in particular has very tough properties that make it suitable for sealing furniture.

Mod Podge Topcoats are best brushed onto a project surface using a soft, Taklon bristle brush which will help eliminate brush stroke marks .

With a medium coat of Mod Podge, the project should cure in about 2 to 3 weeks. Allow for longer curing times if applying more or thicker coats.

Yes, the hardener part of the Mod Podge Resin will yellow over time. The product has a shelf life of one year unopened and 6 months lifespan opened. Remember to always close the lid on the hardener right after each use and store in a dark area. Exposure to air and sunlight will make the hardener yellow faster.

Set a timer for 5 minutes (I use my phone), place the craft on a flat non-metal surface, and go over the surface of the craft slowly with a hairdryer set to medium speed and high heat. I personally leave off the dryer nozzle and just make sure I am consistently slowly steadily moving the hair dryer.

When applying Mod Podge over a design, apply one layer of the Mod Podge with side-to-side brush strokes. Allow that coat to dry for 20 minutes or so before applying another even layer of Mod Podge in up-and-down strokes. I have found that this process results in the smoothest possible finished surface.

Your projects are easy to clean with this top-rack dishwasher-safe formula. Mod Podge Outdoor dries clear, leaving a smooth, glossy finish.

What is the Difference Between a Mod Podge matte and a Mod Podge gloss? The matte variant gives off an eggshell finish, which is not reflective, giving your artwork a clean surface. On the other hand, the gloss variant is quite the opposite; it has a glare effect or reflective and bright texture.

When you are using Mod Podge, it is good to either shake it really well before use or give it a good stir with a wooden stick or plastic spoon. 2. Prepare your surface by cleaning it: if you are Mod Podging onto wood or canvas, wipe it clean to remove any dust.

Will a thick layer of Mod Podge dry clear? ›

It certainly looks like it may not dry clear, considering its cloudy white consistency. Don't worry. Mod Podge does dry clear, allowing you to fully see any paper or material you have mod podged onto. Mod Podge crafts are ideal for home décor ideas because of the see-through texture of the substance.

Glitter polish will feel rough on the nail once dry. To achieve a smooth and shiny look, use a fast dry top coat like KBShimmer Clearly On Top. Some polish may need two coats of top coat for that smooth, glass like finish.

You need to make sure you have the gloss version not the matte! Paint the item you want to cover in a thin, even coat of Mod Podge and shake over your glitter until the item is covered. Leave this to dry completely.

Mod podge is a fantastic and affordable option for sealing glitter onto almost any surface. You can stick the glitter onto your project with mod podge and use a second thin layer to seal it in. If you want a shiny finish, we suggest trying mod podge with a gloss finish.

Once the second layer has dried apply another layer of mod podge over the glitter and let it dry. This seals in the glitter so it won't fall off the object while you're using it, and it'll keep its glittery shiny finish if you used the glossy mod podge.

Mod Podge dries to the touch right away (like most acrylic products); in about 15 – 20 minutes. Depending on the environment, it can be longer. Humidity can make it take longer. You can speed up the drying with a hair dryer.