10 Minute DIY Front Door Wreath

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I’ve been intrigued by Mod Podge for a long time. I’ve had a brand new bottle sitting in the craft cabinet for at least a year, but just haven’t had the occasion to break it out.

A few months ago, my sister gave me a 3-deep drawer storage bin thing to use to organize some of my random craft stuff. It sat in the garage for a while before I ever got around to digging through the pile of stuff stacked in a corner of my family room. Buried deep in the pile was a wooden letter I bought at Michael’s a long time ago. I’m not sure what I ever really intended to do with it, so it got filed away in one of the drawers with many other forgotten crafty pieces.

Thursday was a very long day at work. Both kids were sick with strep throat. The chaos ensued and I needed a break, so I was looking for something to do. That's when I heard the Mod Podge calling my name...

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It was a pretty easy project, a little time-consuming (due to drying) and a little messy (but cleans up easily with water). Here's how I did it:

Step 1: Tracing and Cutting

I started by tracing the letter on a sheet of scrapbooking paper, making sure to trace it from the front to the back to avoid any pencil lines on the front. Using an X-Acto knife, I carefully cut it out.

Step 2: Attaching the Edges

Next, I cut strips of the paper the same width as the letter. With a little Mod Podge on my brush, I painted over the edge of the letter and attached the strips, making sure they were straight and without air bubbles. I overlapped the strips slightly at the end for better coverage and added a thin layer of Mod Podge on top.

Step 3: Adding the Design

Once the edges were covered and everything dried, I added a thin layer of Mod Podge over the front of the letter and carefully placed the cut-out I traced earlier. Following the same process as before, I applied Mod Podge, added the paper, and repeated the process.

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Finally, I added one more layer of Mod Podge to smooth out the surface. The project was complete, and I'm really happy with the final result. I plan to hang it beside my desk so I can admire it every day.

Creating a beautiful wreath for your front door doesn't have to be time-consuming or expensive. With just a few supplies and a little bit of creativity, you can make a personalized wreath in just 10 minutes. Mod Podge is a versatile crafting tool that can be used in various projects, and this DIY wreath is a great example of its potential. Give it a try and add a touch of charm to your front door!