Ann if I could share a bit of information with you. I used to work for the company that makes Mod Podge and I have demo'd at many craft fairs and helped answer questions from consumers at the Corp offices. Mod podge is water based as well, so it would be best for you to put a sealer on top that is solvent based. The company suggested their clear sealer, but they also have a glossy one, as well as one that gives a pearlescent sheen to it. Of course you could use whatever brand you want as I am sure they have got to have new sealers out since I left in 96 shortly after I married. If you were to want a clear gloss look, you might want to use a very fine sandpaper between coats as it will remove and brush strokes left behind. They used to suggest the little sponge applicators that resemble a paintbrush. I know they have their own RU-vid channel for Mod podge now if you want to get some ideas straight from the manufacturer. I don't want to overstep my bounds as you have done a wonderful job on these coasters. I just didn't want you to leave a wet cup on one and it turn foggy from the glue or ruin all your beautiful work. These really are stunning and will make a wonderful gift. You can make some stunning ornaments as gifts this way, which would not require sealing other than the mod podge.
@@kristensadlier Kristen, they make clear spray sealer in matte finish, from several different manufacturers. You can get at any craft store, dept. store, or paint dept. Being a solvent, make sure you spray outside. God Bless
For the last couple of weeks, I have been seeing gorgeous results from using napkins. It amazed me so much I had to search for tut and found this one. Absolutely love that you show blunders. Nothing worse than someone making something look so easy that you feel like a failure if you can't do it as well the first time. It also gives us insight into what went wrong and at time how to fix things. Very educational. Thanks for sharing!
Brilliant! Thank you I'll have to try it. Also thank you so much for tearing the first napkin. Crafters on YT always make everything look so easy and perfect so when you go and try it yourself you feel like such an idiot because everything wasn't quite as straight forward as it looked in the video. Now I won't feel like I can't do it if I tear a few napkins.
I've really loved making theses coasters. I tore holes in the first half dozen. What worked for me in the end, was to put the plastic with the napkin under a very slow tap, then when I turned the plastic over onto the coaster, I pressed really hard and most of the water came out, which meant I hardly had to touch it with the brush. Thank-you so much for all your how to videos. Perth AU
I love that you didn't edit out the part where the tear happened and you had to restart. Most would edit it out like this is so easy and no problems. Your projects are so beautiful. Bunny hugs from North Carolina USA
You are right about Dainty Crafts...that is the method I now use after working like to give up by doing it the way that has been shown for years. No going back to THAT. Thanks for doing a good show of presenting it to us and even those that have seen it before.
Absolutely fabulous tutorial . Thank you Ann . Tried this and it has turned out brilliant and so easy to do . What would I do without your tutorials :-). So appreciated x
I’m so glad you decided to leave in the part where the napkin ripped. For beginners like me, it’s important to know that goofups can happen to the best too 😊
Ann, I voted for you. Took me a while to get down to inspired category. I’m in Texas in the United States and hope I get to see who won in all the different categories, because I want to look up all my areas of interest on the internet and get inspired by them as much as you have inspired me. I found you just a few weeks back and haven’t been able to stop watching your videos. You are awesome! And love your accent too.
These are absolutely beautiful, I am definitely going to try them. I did some jars with napkins, lovely cardinals that I associate with Canadian Christmas time. I did finish them with a solvent varnish, as advised below, tho I did it 2 years ago. I have loads of napkins as they are a popular hostess gift with my friends! I will enjoy perfecting this to make use of them.
Thank you most helpful, beautiful work. I'm subscribed to Dainty Gifts as well and now yours. I have had a few successes and alot of fails channels like yours help so much, Thank you
OMG I LOVE THESE! I’m definitely going to try it when I find some napkins I love. You could also buy a sheet of adhesive felt in a matching colour and put that on the back! Thank you for the video. Xx
I've only recently found your you tube tutorials and I've got so many new ideas to try. Like yourself I get bored easily just doing the same thing over and over so you have definitely given me so many new and exciting ideas to try. Thank you ❣️
Thank you so much Ann, I really really enjoyed watching you create these adorable little coasters for Christmas, and anytime really. I really really love ❤️ those scruffy birds and the robins too. I’m definitely going to try this out and see what I can get. If they’re anywhere as good as yours I shall be very very happy indeed. I know my daughter would really love ❤️ a set of the Robins. Please stay safe and well too. Looking forward to seeing the box you create for them too. xxx Mags
Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. I use like a clear thin contact plastic type paper to cover mine verses just modge podge to protect them from condensation from drinks. I lay the clear contact plastic or clear vnyl (dollar tree) on coaster after it's been cut to fit then I lay wax paper over it and use an lower setting on iron and iron over wax paper until the plastic sheet melts onto coaster enough to make it stick. My wording isn't great but I think you get my point. You can also just modge podge then add clear vinyl sheet over too.
Hi Ann, what a brilliant idea, don’t the birds with the ruffled feathers make you smile, thanks for making the video, the coasters are beautiful, take care. Regards.
Positively Papercraft you deserve it As you see my pseudo has changed it is not anymore donna2165perez Anyways I will always follow you Thanks again for all tutorials I have a request Can you do a tutorial of a coffee mug in 3D please I really want to do it Best wishes 😍😘
Those turned out fabulous. Excited to see you do the wooden box I have several I bought ages ago to turn into trinket boxes. I’m going to practice on some wood chips I have laying around. Thanks for sharing xx
Thank you so very much Ann, you've just given me a great idea for Xmas gifts for a friend who has everything and wants for nothing. The coasters look absolutely exquisite. 🤗
Really love these makes something a little different and a great idea for a Christmas gift. Thanks. You really did a great job. I've got a few Christmas napkins left over from last year's decoupage projects. XXX 💖💝💗 BIG THANKS Sarah.
What a wonderful idea Ann. These would also make a great Craft Fair item. Will be giving this one a go and see what happens. I have plenty of napkins as I've used them on creating cards with them. Be safe & TYFS
Wonderful 😍😍😍! So lovely the birds and the flowers! I colect napkins, so i have the napkins but i must to buy the coasters 😁. I'm watching Dainty Gifts also 🥰. Thank you! 😘🤗🥰
I watched another video on this, and she uses high temperature engine enamel in clear over the mod podge as a final finish. The mod podge is NOT heat resistant. It is heat activated, which is why you can iron on napkins or fabric for decoupage. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZEGZxZ6MO3I.html
i have a idea. instead of pouring the water onto the napkin try using a spray bottle that has a fine mist spray. that will allow you to control how much water is applied vs soaking the napkin. maybe use a brayer to roll out the wrinkles vs using the paint brush? maybe use a really soft makeup brush?? if these are going to be used to place iced drinks on would the dishwasher safe mod podge do a better job as resisting moisture? the napkins look great. nice work.
These coasters are adorable! 😍 Thanks for sharing!!! ❤️ One thing that worried me while watching; you put on the black edge right over the other coasters, and I held my breath, watching to see if sprinkles might ruin your work below...
Thank you so very much Sweet Ann!! I really appreciate this wonderful class today...I will gather some supplies soon and give it a try ...Have a Wonderful Blessed Day...Crafty Hugs
These are cool for gift giving! TFS Ann wonderful tutorial and awesome inspiration for everyone to make for the up coming holidays or for any occasion as well!
Thank you for this. I’ve been seeing a lot about this water technique and will have to try it. This is not good for hot beverages, correct? Also, I love how you kept your boo-boo in there. Very real and it happens to all of us, so thank you for that.❤ Also, I love the edging like that.
I’m glad I saw you do that because I would have ripped them all day long and felt like a real dummy!!!!! I’m afraid of it! Gorgeous but scary!!!!! Stunning Ann! Xoxo Denise
Lovely. And you present a very good video. Do you mind sharing information about the brush you used to apply the ink? It seems stiff bristled and all the ones I have are softer. I want to keep the ink on the edge so a stiffer, shorter bristled brush seems like the way to go. Thanks so much for making this video!
Beautiful napkins coasters, you did a great job. I've been to scared to try this but after seening your video I might give it a try. Only thing I dont like is modpodge when it dries I can see the streaks that drives me crazy
These are beautiful hunni & I can see them making wonderful presents, especially if you an get photos of people's pets or family memories printed out onto thin enough paper. XXX
