I have been trying to decoupage onto the back of glass plates. I have tried Mod Podge and Beacon Liquid Laminate and always get a streaking effect when it dries.I called the help number for Liquid Laminate and they said I should only use porous paper - so I did - but the center of the photo still has streaking.
The photos stick and look great but the glue dries with streaks not only where the photo is put on but over all. The last one I tried was on very porous paper, a high rag content - it did dry clear around the edges but still had streaking up and down in the center.
This was after many times of rolling and pressing the center down.
What am I doing wrong???
They said I was not using enough or an even coat - but that is not true. I am also using a bristle brush, as they said I should. So why does it dry in streaks????
Thank you for your help.
Dan
Hi Dan, Here is my tutorial on How to Decoupage Under Glass
A friend of mine uses only "high quality" laser prints to decoupage with, and she swears that they never blur or run. Now as far as the brush strokes go, she feels that's part of the handmade charm. Each artisan has their own aesthetic, I guess :-)
ReplyDeleteGood points, Cyndi.
ReplyDeleteUsing inkjet copies and protecting the ink with acrylic spray are time and money savers for the home crafter.
Just a quick note to let you know that a link to this post will be placed on CraftCrave today [21 May 02:00pm GMT]. Thanks, Maria
ReplyDeleteThanks for referring your readers, Maria. I hope they like the post ;-)
ReplyDeleteCan you give info on what material should be used with decoupage dinner glass plates so it can be used to eat off? So far I don't see any on that aspect searching the web. Thanks. Amalia
ReplyDeleteHi Amalia,
ReplyDeleteEating off of decoupaged glass plates is not the issue. The decoupage medium would be on the underside and wouldn't come in contact with the food.
The reason decoupage under glass is not typically used for dinnerware, is that the PVA medium softens when wet. It doesn't come to a hard cure.
I would suggest using decoupaged plates only as serving dishes for dry foods like cheese, crackers, or sweets.
Use a PVA medium which is more water resistant like Liquitex Super Heavy gel medium.
Finally, do not immerse the plate in water. Wipe the underside with a damp cloth and use a soapy wet cloth to wash and sanitize the top side.
Thank you, Phillipina, for visiting, the comment "love", and the referrals.
ReplyDeleteAll are much appreciated ;-)