How to Decoupage a Pretty Planter
Using craft paint and napkins, this pretty decoupage planter is a simple, budget-friendly DIY for your Spring home’s decor!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Active Time20 minutes mins
drying time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Keyword: decoupage, decoupage craft, decoupage planter, decoupage with napkins, diy decoupage planter, modge podge projects
Yield: 1 planter
- planter
- acrylic craft paint
- 2 pretty napkins
- Mod Podge matte sealer
First, paint your planter. My planter took 3 coats of paint to completely cover it.
The planter won’t take long too dry. When it is drying, you can begin to prepare the napkin to decoupage.
Open your napkin and separate the layers of the napkin. Be sure to use only one layer of the napkin. You can toss the other layers.
Find the part of the decorative napkin that you would like to use. Gently tear the napkin into smaller, manageable pieces.
Working in small sections, apply Mod Podge to the area of the pot, using a sponge brush. Gently lay the piece of napkin on the pot.
Then, add a little more Mod Podge on top of the napkin to adhere it to the pot.
When you have finished, let it completely dry. Then, give the pot one more coat of Mod Podge to seal it.
Here are a few helpful tips for decoupaging your own pretty planter:
- When decoupaging, it is best to work in small, sections.
- Tearing the napkin, instead of cutting it with scissors will give the edges a softer, smoother edge.
- To smooth the napkin, dip your finger in water and gently smooth out the napkin.
- Your napkin may not be completely smooth and that is ok. Resist the urge to play with it too much. Once it is dry, give it a final coat of Mod Podge to achieve a smoother look.