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Fabulous Flowerpot
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Fabulous Flowerpot

Decoupage a flowerpot with colorful tissue. An Easy Breezy Sunflower would make a great addition to this project for the perfect summer centerpiece.
Designed by Anna Hazelrigg
  
Project #:
k00240
  
 
 Crafting Time: 1 hour plus drying time
 Skill Level:
 1 being the easiest
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  • Clay Pot, 6-inch
  • Clay Saucer, 4-inch
  • Colored Tissue Paper
  • Green Styrofoam Block
  • Green Floral Moss
  • Mod PodgeŽ Matte
  • Craft Knife
  • Foam Brush

Cost of each project will vary depending on materials used.

Due to the seasonal nature of some merchandise, actual availability of some products pictured may vary.
 
  1. Cut a variety of colors of tissue paper into small squares approximately ž-inch in size.
 
  1. Using a foam brush, paint a thick layer of Mod PodgeŽ over the clay pot.
 
  1. Lay single tissue paper squares on the wet Mod PodgeŽ to completely cover the pot.
 
  1. Once this is almost dry, gently paint a layer of Mod PodgeŽ over the top of the tissue paper squares, being careful not to rip the squares back or move them around.
 
  1. Once this is dry, repeat with another layer of Mod PodgeŽ
 
  1. Repeat this procedure for the clay saucer to completely cover the top surface and sides of the saucer.
 
  1. Once the pot and saucer are dry, cut a Styrofoam block into a square that will fit snugly into the pot. HAVE AN ADULT CUT STYROFOAM BLOCK.
 
  1. Cover the Styrofoam with a layer of floral moss.
Tip: A paper cutter allows for easy cutting of several sheets of tissue paper at a time.

Only adults should cut Styrofoam into small squares using a sharp knife.
 
The information on this instruction sheet is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed. Quantities and selections may vary at each store. Michaels® Stores, Inc. disclaims all liability from any injury to anyone undertaking the construction of this project as a result of improper safety precautions. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, MSI disclaims any liability for untoward results. © 2009 MSI.
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