Oh, those napkins, sooo beautiful! You’d never find coasters like this in any retail store. With your instructions and product info, we can easily achieve unique coasters for ourselves and gifts at an affordable cost. We can even customize for every holiday and if printing on your own paper or tissue, you can customize for a relative or friend on their special occasion. The ideas are endless. But it starts with your expertise you so generously giving to us!!
Aren't they beautiful? I just love the idea of making coasters for each holiday. They're so "one of a kind" and so inexpensive to make. I found the tiles at Home Depot for 8 cents a tile. And the gorgeous napkins are only 85 cents at Decoupagenapkins.com and there are 4 sides to each napkin. So each one is less than a dollar. Wouldn't they make a cool wedding gift with the couple's picture on them? Thanks for always watching and sending me the most wonderful messages my sweet friend! 😊💖
@@masoncreationsetc we always think alike, amazing. I have a wedding in August and was thinking the very same thing. I bought a beautiful oil and vinegar bottle set and coasters will pair nicely. Just need to find the perfect napkin accompaniment.
Hahahaha, yes we always do think alike. I have oil and vinegar bottles sitting here since I made the riser. I just haven't decided exactly how I want to do them 🤣 I think the bride and groom will be thrilled to receive a gift like that. Please send me pictures. I'd love to see how they turn out 😘🤗🥰
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Hi Karyn! You're welcome and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! I don't have a video on that yet, but it's in the works for a future video. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Hi there, that's awesome. I hope you and your granddaughter have a lot of fun with this. Let me know if you need any help. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
🇨🇦👋 Good day Donna! 🌷. So love making these. 😂 The problem is, I am running out of friends I can gift these to. 🤣 enjoying spending Sunday morning with you. See you next week. 😃
Good morning my friend! I know what you mean. I give so many things to my sister and granddaughter. Their houses look like a museum dedicated to Donna 🤣 I enjoy spending Sunday morning with you as well my friend. See you next week. Thanks so much for always watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
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Those turned out just beautiful and such good slow step by step instructions and I really appreciate the direct links to the products. Thank you so much.
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Hi there! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! It's so much easier. And no wrinkles! When you get ready to try it let me know if you have any questions. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Beautiful, as always! Of these two, I like the ceramic tile one best, so shiny and colorful! And yes, I like the water method and will definitely be trying it soon! Also, I'll be retiring in ONE WEEK!!! I will have more time to create. I dream of creating projects that rival the beauty of your creations. Thanks for the video!
Hi there my friend! You're going to retire, yayyyyy. Congratulations, I'm so excited for you. You can spend your entire day crafting, buying stuff for crafting, thinking about crafting and planning what you'll be crafting. Hahahaha! That's how all my days go too, but with one addition, I film crafting! You will be so relaxed and you'll be making such beautiful things. You'll have to send me some pictures. Thanks for always watching and sending me messages 😊💖
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I have two old, beat up Toastmaster serving trays that I use constantly. I watched some of your videos and got inspired to try prettying them up with decoupage. I sanded one, put primer and white paint I had on hand on, then used Mod Podge to decoupage some pretty tissue wrapping paper, then finished with a clear varnish. It looked wonderful, until the tannins in the wood leached through. Also, I use this tray to carry my hot tea etc. and routinely spill on it. I 'm not confident that the varnish I used will hold up. For now, I've made a little, quilted pad for the tray to cover the tannin stains and protect the varnish and it's at least a lot prettier than it was. But I would like to do a better job with the other tray, if only to prove to myself that I can! LOL. BUT I am not finding clear instructions . I thought maybe my situation would provide a subject for you to cover in a hopefully soon video. :) At Decoupage Napkins, I found Dixie Bell Bonding Boss, which is listed as a primer that will seal in tannins. I want the tray to be white, so am not sure if two coats of this primer are enough or if I will need to also add some number of coats of paint. If yes to paint, how do I choose which kind? And what do I use for decoupage glue? Also at Decoupage Napkins, I found Polyvine Heavy Duty Varnish, which is listed as food safe, as well as both water and heat resistant. The instructions say, "For those projects where an extra touch of resilience is required, apply 2 coats of our satin finish followed by 1 coat of the dead flat finish. The result? A surface that boasts superior resistance to alcohol, abrasion, and heat." What is the point of the change in finish type for the third coat? Am I correct in thinking that I'm looking at 2 coats of Bonding Boss, 2 coats of paint, a layer of decoupage glue to stick the napkin on, another layer of decoupage glue to seal the napkin, however long it takes for all that to cure, then 3 coats of varnish?! That's what ... NINE coats of FIVE different products?! I don't even know if these products are compatible. Not to mention the cost. Do I even want to start?!
Hi Christine, Here's what I would do. Definitely 2 coats of the Bonding Boss. I've not used it before, but it does say that it will stop the bleed of tannins, and I trust Dixie Belle's products. Then put a couple of layers of Dixie Belle chalk paint. I use Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish as a decoupage adhesive and a varnish. It works much better than MP. In fact, I don't ever use MP anymore. All of the Polyvine varnishes can double as a decoupage medium. The heavy duty wood varnish is a great choice for what you plan to do. I use that one for everything. I like that it's water and heat resistant and food safe. You can add as many coats of that as you like. I get the satin finish and the more coats you put on the deeper the shine is. Also, when decoupaging on a flat surface I use the water method of decoupage. You'll not get any wrinkles at all. In this video I actually used the heavy duty wood varnish as my decoupage medium and varnish. I put 3 coats on the coasters and the shine is unbelievable. So that gets you down to only 3 products including your paint 😊 Let me know if you have any questions. Also, I'd love to hear from you after you complete your project and how it turned out. Here's the link for my favorite place to get supplies! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 decoupagenapkins.com?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
Hi Christine, I'm so glad to hear that. Please let me know how it turns out, and I'd love to see pictures! If you'd like to share, you can send them to my email. Good luck my friend. I know they'll turn out beautiful. 😍 📧 My email: masoncreationsetc@yahoo.com
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Hi Tom! Thanks so much, so glad to see you like them! And they are way easy to make. Stuff like that is fun once in a while. Thanks for watching my friend 😊💖
You popped up on my home page and I'm so glad you did!! You have a new subscriber. Wonderful techniques. I have not tried making anything yet - taking time to watch and learn ... from Tinley Park, IL
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I think I prefer iron on. Although, I would like to give polyvine a try as my glue. What kind of brush do you use, your finishes are so perfect, no brush strokes. Love ❤them
Hi Melody! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Polyvine is the secret. It's just an amazing product. My favorite formula is the heavy duty wood varnish. Polyvine does make a varnish brush that works wonderfully. I'll leave you some safe links. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt Polyvine Varnish Brush: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-varnish-brush?variant=43945278341341&sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
I'm learning your technique -- purchased the products you suggested. I'm getting wrinkles. If I wet too much they tear -- I know it's hard not seeing what I'm doing, but I am following your video. Can you give me some more pointers please. The coasters are so pretty. I'm using the 4x4 subway tiles.
Hi there. You need to use a lot of water. After adding the water move the napkin to pull out the deep wrinkles by just gently pulling on the edges. Don't touch the inside at all, just the edges. And move it a little bit at a time on each side of the napkin. Keep going around the napkin until you've pulled out all the deep wrinkles. This should get rid of all your wrinkles. After you lay the napkin on the tile, remove the plastic slowly. If you have any trouble removing the napkin, you didn't use enough water. The water keeps the napkin from sticking to the plastic. After you remove the plastic, don't touch the napkin at all. Let it sit and dry. Try cutting the napkin to just a little bit bigger than the coaster. Do this before you wet it. If there is too much napkin hanging over the edge, it will cause some problems. Tell me exactly what you are doing when the napkin tears.
@@masoncreationsetc thank you for your reply. The napkin wants to tear when I put it on the tile. The edges especially are weak. And I think I left too much overhang on one. I did touch it after I put it on the tile because I saw a big wrinkle and it created a tear. I'll keep practicing.
Just curious, where are you getting your napkins? Sometimes it's the napkins an not anything you're doing wrong. Definitely don't leave a lot of overhang. That will cause problems. Keep practicing. It does take a little bit of time to get the hang of it.
Hi Margaret! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Yes, the Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish is heat and water resistant, so perfect for coasters. You can use this on any surface, not just wood. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Varnish-Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
Hi Karen, Nope, I applied the napkin wet. That's what makes the magic happen. The water is what helps eliminate wrinkles. Watch the video again and maybe do all the steps along with the video as you're watching it. Pause it anytime you need to. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Hi Suzanne, Tell me exactly what you mean by actual decoupage paper. Do you mean rice paper, a napkin or tissue paper? I have a video on how to decoupage candles with rice paper. I'm going to leave you a link for that video. I think you'll enjoy it. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Candle video: ua-cam.com/video/r5WVd6xXLho/v-deo.html
Hi there, if you mean the Polyvine multi surface lacquer, no you wouldn't need that on a wood coaster. But definitely on a ceramic one. But you do need to add Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish as a final sealer. I usually add 3 coats. It's heat and water resistant and food safe. Perfect for coasters. Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
I have a question regarding your method of spraying water on the napkin. That video,was GREAT but wouldn’t let me comment. You painted then put a layer of mod podge. Then napkin on the bag and then spray, etc etc. turn over smooth with paper towel, lift up plastic…let dry. NOW my question…..you don’t put a second coat of mod podge?…… Just the original one after paint has dried. Thanxxxxxxxxx
Hi Lois, Since I made this video, I've found a product that works way better than mod podge. I use Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish as a decoupage glue as well as a final varnish. It's not a glue, it's a varnish so it doesn't get thick and lumpy under your image like mod podge can. It can be used on all surfaces, not just wood. I let the napkin dry for several hours, or even overnight and then put the final coat of varnish on. If you do it too soon, you'll get wrinkles, so make sure it's completely dry. I'm going to leave you a link below for a video that I'm using this product for decoupage glue. I'm also going to leave you a safe link so you can easily find the product. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Video: ua-cam.com/video/iDzbcreItkE/v-deo.html Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
I want to try using was on my edges and incorporate onto my coaster for blending. Do I seal the coaster first then add the wax? Does the wax need sealing? Thank you so much for your videos, I love your work and learn so much.
Hi Melody! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Are you referring to the metallic wax rubs? I would put that on the edges first then seal it with Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish. It's heat and moisture resistant as well as food safe. I'll leave you a safe link below. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
@@masoncreationsetc yes I was talking about the metallic rub wax. I was gifted rub n buff by my husband. Will that work? Yes, I love polyvine. Do you find it matters if you use the matte, satin or gloss?
I just love metallic wax rubs. I use them allllll the time. lol... Make sure you use the Heavy Duty Wood Varnish. It's the one that is perfect for coasters. It's heat and water resistant. Also food safe. I don't think it would matter if you use satin or matte. I usually use the satin. The more coats you put on the deeper the shine becomes. It will almost look like resin. I'm just partial to that one.
I have the decorators varnish the one with the butterflies. I was told you can use that as a lacquer. Have you had any experience with using it for a lacquer for the coaster? I also use the iron method as it’s better for me.
Hi Melody, Yes I've used decorators varnish for a varnish as well as a decoupage adhesive. It works really good as a decoupage glue. But for coasters you're going to want the protection of the Heavy Duty Wood Varnish. It is heat and water resistant, as well as food safe. So it's perfect for coasters. Decorators varnish is not heat or water resistant. I'll leave you a link for the heavy duty wood varnish. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖 Varnish-Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
@@masoncreationsetc thank you! Do you put one or two coats on with the lacquer before the napkin? Yes, I use the wood varnish for protection. I put on three coats.
Hi Melody, I put one coat of the multi surface lacquer on the tile, let it dry for at least 2 hours. Then I decoupaged the napkin on using the multi surface lacquer as my decoupage adhesive. I let that dry for several hours. It takes a little longer to dry because of all the water. Once dry, I added 3 coats of heavy duty wood varnish, letting it dry at least one hour between coats. I'm glad you're finishing up with the heavy duty wood varnish. It's perfect for coasters. 😊💖
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Oh, those napkins, sooo beautiful! You’d never find coasters like this in any retail store. With your instructions and product info, we can easily achieve unique coasters for ourselves and gifts at an affordable cost. We can even customize for every holiday and if printing on your own paper or tissue, you can customize for a relative or friend on their special occasion. The ideas are endless. But it starts with your expertise you so generously giving to us!!
Aren't they beautiful? I just love the idea of making coasters for each holiday. They're so "one of a kind" and so inexpensive to make. I found the tiles at Home Depot for 8 cents a tile. And the gorgeous napkins are only 85 cents at Decoupagenapkins.com and there are 4 sides to each napkin. So each one is less than a dollar. Wouldn't they make a cool wedding gift with the couple's picture on them? Thanks for always watching and sending me the most wonderful messages my sweet friend! 😊💖
@@masoncreationsetc we always think alike, amazing. I have a wedding in August and was thinking the very same thing. I bought a beautiful oil and vinegar bottle set and coasters will pair nicely. Just need to find the perfect napkin accompaniment.
Hahahaha, yes we always do think alike. I have oil and vinegar bottles sitting here since I made the riser. I just haven't decided exactly how I want to do them 🤣 I think the bride and groom will be thrilled to receive a gift like that. Please send me pictures. I'd love to see how they turn out 😘🤗🥰
Beautiful!!! ❤️😍
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I am Sylvia and I am watching you from San José, Costa Rica (Central America)
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Made some of these, and they came out great 😊 thankyou ‘and wooden ones too
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Thanks I’m watching from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪
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Thank you so much!
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This is by far the best one yet and look forward to trying it my self. Thank you.
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Thank you so much...I run a group for those with mental health issues so I'm sure they could manage this...brill thanks again 😊....Anni
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Thanks for the tutorial using water 💦 Love from the UK 🇬🇧🇺🇸💖
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From Phoenix Arizona. Thank you so much for sharing this idea. I have made resin coasters in the past, but will be trying this technique.
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I love your work. Those napkins are absolutely beautiful.
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I really appreciated the video
Thank you
Do you have a video using the napkins onto fabric?
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Bakersfield , California Looking forward to tying this technique with my granddaughter.
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🇨🇦👋 Good day Donna! 🌷. So love making these. 😂 The problem is, I am running out of friends I can gift these to. 🤣 enjoying spending Sunday morning with you. See you next week. 😃
Good morning my friend! I know what you mean. I give so many things to my sister and granddaughter. Their houses look like a museum dedicated to Donna 🤣 I enjoy spending Sunday morning with you as well my friend. See you next week. Thanks so much for always watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
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Tried this method...it's great ! Fool proof !
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Those turned out just beautiful and such good slow step by step instructions and I really appreciate the direct links to the products. Thank you so much.
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LeAnne from Galena, IL, USA. This is fantastic, thank you! ❤
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Watching from the beautiful Ribble Valley in Central Lancashire , UK. Loving it ❤️❤️
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The napkin is very pretty.
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Beautiful, thanks from The Netherlands for this tutorial!
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Watching from India … love all your videos ❤ you create beautiful pieces ❤
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This is outstanding! I’m watching from Huntley, Illinois💜💜💜💜
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They both are absolutely beautiful! I’ve never done that method before but I’ll definitely try it.
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Beautiful, as always! Of these two, I like the ceramic tile one best, so shiny and colorful! And yes, I like the water method and will definitely be trying it soon! Also, I'll be retiring in ONE WEEK!!! I will have more time to create. I dream of creating projects that rival the beauty of your creations. Thanks for the video!
Hi there my friend! You're going to retire, yayyyyy. Congratulations, I'm so excited for you. You can spend your entire day crafting, buying stuff for crafting, thinking about crafting and planning what you'll be crafting. Hahahaha! That's how all my days go too, but with one addition, I film crafting! You will be so relaxed and you'll be making such beautiful things. You'll have to send me some pictures. Thanks for always watching and sending me messages 😊💖
Another Masterpiece!!! ♥️💜♥️
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Very beautiful and explained perfectly ! Thanks from Minnesota 🥰
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Thank you Donna! Beautiful! ❤
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I have two old, beat up Toastmaster serving trays that I use constantly. I watched some of your videos and got inspired to try prettying them up with decoupage.
I sanded one, put primer and white paint I had on hand on, then used Mod Podge to decoupage some pretty tissue wrapping paper, then finished with a clear varnish. It looked wonderful, until the tannins in the wood leached through. Also, I use this tray to carry my hot tea etc. and routinely spill on it. I 'm not confident that the varnish I used will hold up. For now, I've made a little, quilted pad for the tray to cover the tannin stains and protect the varnish and it's at least a lot prettier than it was.
But I would like to do a better job with the other tray, if only to prove to myself that I can! LOL. BUT I am not finding clear instructions . I thought maybe my situation would provide a subject for you to cover in a hopefully soon video. :)
At Decoupage Napkins, I found Dixie Bell Bonding Boss, which is listed as a primer that will seal in tannins. I want the tray to be white, so am not sure if two coats of this primer are enough or if I will need to also add some number of coats of paint. If yes to paint, how do I choose which kind? And what do I use for decoupage glue?
Also at Decoupage Napkins, I found Polyvine Heavy Duty Varnish, which is listed as food safe, as well as both water and heat resistant. The instructions say, "For those projects where an extra touch of resilience is required, apply 2 coats of our satin finish followed by 1 coat of the dead flat finish. The result? A surface that boasts superior resistance to alcohol, abrasion, and heat." What is the point of the change in finish type for the third coat?
Am I correct in thinking that I'm looking at 2 coats of Bonding Boss, 2 coats of paint, a layer of decoupage glue to stick the napkin on, another layer of decoupage glue to seal the napkin, however long it takes for all that to cure, then 3 coats of varnish?! That's what ... NINE coats of FIVE different products?! I don't even know if these products are compatible. Not to mention the cost. Do I even want to start?!
Hi Christine, Here's what I would do. Definitely 2 coats of the Bonding Boss. I've not used it before, but it does say that it will stop the bleed of tannins, and I trust Dixie Belle's products. Then put a couple of layers of Dixie Belle chalk paint. I use Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish as a decoupage adhesive and a varnish. It works much better than MP. In fact, I don't ever use MP anymore. All of the Polyvine varnishes can double as a decoupage medium. The heavy duty wood varnish is a great choice for what you plan to do. I use that one for everything. I like that it's water and heat resistant and food safe. You can add as many coats of that as you like. I get the satin finish and the more coats you put on the deeper the shine is. Also, when decoupaging on a flat surface I use the water method of decoupage. You'll not get any wrinkles at all. In this video I actually used the heavy duty wood varnish as my decoupage medium and varnish. I put 3 coats on the coasters and the shine is unbelievable. So that gets you down to only 3 products including your paint 😊 Let me know if you have any questions. Also, I'd love to hear from you after you complete your project and how it turned out. Here's the link for my favorite place to get supplies! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
decoupagenapkins.com?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
@@masoncreationsetc Thank you so much for your quick and thorough reply! I definitely feel more confident about proceeding. :)
Hi Christine, I'm so glad to hear that. Please let me know how it turns out, and I'd love to see pictures! If you'd like to share, you can send them to my email. Good luck my friend. I know they'll turn out beautiful. 😍
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Watching from Oroville California. Love these coasters! Will definitely try the water method. Thank you.
Hi Denise! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Let me know what you think of the water method. I absolutely love it for anything flat. I hate wrinkles! They are the enemy 🤣 Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Wow, nice...And easy to make too. 😊
Hi Tom! Thanks so much, so glad to see you like them! And they are way easy to make. Stuff like that is fun once in a while. Thanks for watching my friend 😊💖
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I think I prefer iron on. Although, I would like to give polyvine a try as my glue.
What kind of brush do you use, your finishes are so perfect, no brush strokes.
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Hi Melody! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Polyvine is the secret. It's just an amazing product. My favorite formula is the heavy duty wood varnish. Polyvine does make a varnish brush that works wonderfully. I'll leave you some safe links. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
Polyvine Varnish Brush: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-varnish-brush?variant=43945278341341&sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
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@@masoncreationsetc Would you consider doing some charger plates with clay embellishments?
Hi Cindy, Yessss that sounds really cool. I'll work on it for a future video 💖😊
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I'm learning your technique -- purchased the products you suggested. I'm getting wrinkles. If I wet too much they tear -- I know it's hard not seeing what I'm doing, but I am following your video. Can you give me some more pointers please. The coasters are so pretty. I'm using the 4x4 subway tiles.
Hi there. You need to use a lot of water. After adding the water move the napkin to pull out the deep wrinkles by just gently pulling on the edges. Don't touch the inside at all, just the edges. And move it a little bit at a time on each side of the napkin. Keep going around the napkin until you've pulled out all the deep wrinkles. This should get rid of all your wrinkles. After you lay the napkin on the tile, remove the plastic slowly. If you have any trouble removing the napkin, you didn't use enough water. The water keeps the napkin from sticking to the plastic. After you remove the plastic, don't touch the napkin at all. Let it sit and dry. Try cutting the napkin to just a little bit bigger than the coaster. Do this before you wet it. If there is too much napkin hanging over the edge, it will cause some problems. Tell me exactly what you are doing when the napkin tears.
@@masoncreationsetc thank you for your reply. The napkin wants to tear when I put it on the tile. The edges especially are weak. And I think I left too much overhang on one. I did touch it after I put it on the tile because I saw a big wrinkle and it created a tear. I'll keep practicing.
Just curious, where are you getting your napkins? Sometimes it's the napkins an not anything you're doing wrong. Definitely don't leave a lot of overhang. That will cause problems. Keep practicing. It does take a little bit of time to get the hang of it.
Absolutely lovely! Greetings from Colorado. Will these coasters withstand hot drinks as long as you are using the Polyvine product?
Hi Margaret! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Yes, the Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish is heat and water resistant, so perfect for coasters. You can use this on any surface, not just wood. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Varnish-Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
fairfield ohio! it is in the 80s here today
Hi Linda, that sounds like a pretty nice day. It's 102 here today.
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After you sprayed the napkin with water did you let it dry before adhering to the tile? Thank you
Hi Karen, Nope, I applied the napkin wet. That's what makes the magic happen. The water is what helps eliminate wrinkles. Watch the video again and maybe do all the steps along with the video as you're watching it. Pause it anytime you need to. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Can you show how to decoupage with actual decoupage paper and also how to decoupage candles with printed rice paper
Hi Suzanne, Tell me exactly what you mean by actual decoupage paper. Do you mean rice paper, a napkin or tissue paper? I have a video on how to decoupage candles with rice paper. I'm going to leave you a link for that video. I think you'll enjoy it. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Candle video: ua-cam.com/video/r5WVd6xXLho/v-deo.html
Can I use acrylic paint instead of chart paint for painting the edge borders
Hi there, you sure can. You can use either one. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Do you need polyvine lacquered on wood coasters
Hi there, if you mean the Polyvine multi surface lacquer, no you wouldn't need that on a wood coaster. But definitely on a ceramic one. But you do need to add Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish as a final sealer. I usually add 3 coats. It's heat and water resistant and food safe. Perfect for coasters.
Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
I have a question regarding your method of spraying water on the napkin. That video,was GREAT but wouldn’t let me comment. You painted then put a layer of mod podge. Then napkin on the bag and then spray, etc etc. turn over smooth with paper towel, lift up plastic…let dry. NOW my question…..you don’t put a second coat of mod podge?…… Just the original one after paint has dried. Thanxxxxxxxxx
Hi Lois, Since I made this video, I've found a product that works way better than mod podge. I use Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish as a decoupage glue as well as a final varnish. It's not a glue, it's a varnish so it doesn't get thick and lumpy under your image like mod podge can. It can be used on all surfaces, not just wood. I let the napkin dry for several hours, or even overnight and then put the final coat of varnish on. If you do it too soon, you'll get wrinkles, so make sure it's completely dry. I'm going to leave you a link below for a video that I'm using this product for decoupage glue. I'm also going to leave you a safe link so you can easily find the product. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Video: ua-cam.com/video/iDzbcreItkE/v-deo.html
Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
I want to try using was on my edges and incorporate onto my coaster for blending. Do I seal the coaster first then add the wax? Does the wax need sealing?
Thank you so much for your videos, I love your work and learn so much.
Hi Melody! Thank you and I'm happy you enjoyed this video! Are you referring to the metallic wax rubs? I would put that on the edges first then seal it with Polyvine heavy duty wood varnish. It's heat and moisture resistant as well as food safe. I'll leave you a safe link below. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
@@masoncreationsetc yes I was talking about the metallic rub wax. I was gifted rub n buff by my husband. Will that work?
Yes, I love polyvine. Do you find it matters if you use the matte, satin or gloss?
I just love metallic wax rubs. I use them allllll the time. lol... Make sure you use the Heavy Duty Wood Varnish. It's the one that is perfect for coasters. It's heat and water resistant. Also food safe. I don't think it would matter if you use satin or matte. I usually use the satin. The more coats you put on the deeper the shine becomes. It will almost look like resin. I'm just partial to that one.
@@masoncreationsetcI do use the one with the shells. Thank you so much for being so helpful
You're very welcome 😊
I have the decorators varnish the one with the butterflies. I was told you can use that as a lacquer.
Have you had any experience with using it for a lacquer for the coaster? I also use the iron method as it’s better for me.
Hi Melody, Yes I've used decorators varnish for a varnish as well as a decoupage adhesive. It works really good as a decoupage glue. But for coasters you're going to want the protection of the Heavy Duty Wood Varnish. It is heat and water resistant, as well as food safe. So it's perfect for coasters. Decorators varnish is not heat or water resistant. I'll leave you a link for the heavy duty wood varnish. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to send me a message 😊💖
Varnish-Polyvine Heavy Duty Wood Varnish: decoupagenapkins.com/products/polyvine-heavy-duty-wood-varnish?sca_ref=3969749.C8aAXEduCt
@@masoncreationsetc thank you! Do you put one or two coats on with the lacquer before the napkin?
Yes, I use the wood varnish for protection. I put on three coats.
Hi Melody, I put one coat of the multi surface lacquer on the tile, let it dry for at least 2 hours. Then I decoupaged the napkin on using the multi surface lacquer as my decoupage adhesive. I let that dry for several hours. It takes a little longer to dry because of all the water. Once dry, I added 3 coats of heavy duty wood varnish, letting it dry at least one hour between coats. I'm glad you're finishing up with the heavy duty wood varnish. It's perfect for coasters. 😊💖
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