If your piece has a very rough grain, you will need to sand it smooth first.
Acrylic paint or spray paint will work the best for this. Use a color that matches the design on your paper.
Spray the front of the paper first. Let it dry, then spray the back. The finish of the spray does not matter because you will be applying Mod Podge over it.
You can cut the paper with scissors, but a craft blade will give you more precision. If you are careful and precise, you can use just inside the lines that you drew. [9] X Research source
Bowls, clean and empty yogurt tubs, and plastic food containers (ie: Tupperware) work well for this.
If you are applying Mod Podge to your paper, work on a larger piece of scrap paper so that you don’t get your work surface dirty. If you are covering multiple sides on your object, choose one side to work on first.
Mod Podge makes special rollers for smoothing down paper. You can typically find it alongside the other Mod Podge supplies in the arts and crafts store. If any Mod Podge leaks out from under the paper, wipe it off with a damp paper towel. [14] X Research source
If you have any overhanging edges, trim them off now with a craft blade. You can also sand them off with sandpaper.
Choose a paper with a large pattern on it, such as birds or flowers. Cut the individual birds or flowers out. Apply Mod Podge to the back of each shape. Smooth the shapes onto your covered wood piece. Overlap shapes for an interesting effect.
Mod Podge typically has a drying time and a curing time. Refer to the label on your bottle for specific times.
You can do two sides that are opposite each other, as long as they are not touching anything.
For something simple, use paper scrapbooking embellishments. Peel the baking off of the foam sticker on the back, then apply it to the piece. Outline larger shapes or edges with glitter glue. If you don’t have glitter glue, use regular white glue, then sprinkle extra-fine glitter on top. Apply a light layer of white paint with a dry brush for a vintage look. Thread embroidery floss through the holes on a button, then glue the button to the piece so it looks stitched on. Mix extra-fine glitter into Mod Podge, then apply a final coat for extra sparkle.
