Decoupaged Lids

Decoupaged Lids Tutorial!

Posted by Blue Mama

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Recently I made a project that used recycled (actually saved-from-the-recycling) plastic jugs. I didn't need the caps at the time but I kept them because I love circles and I thought I'd figure out something to do with them--and I did. I actually figured out three things to do with them: a magnet, a necklace or a pair of earrings! So grab some caps and choose whether you want to wear them or display them on your fridge!

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You Will Need (13 things)

  • Gallon jug Lid . If it was a lid for milk be sure to wash well with soap and water
  • Decoupage medium (such as Mod Podge )
  • Heavy-duty Glue (such as Liquid Fusion)
  • Varnish (such as Triple Thick)
  • Brush
  • Fabric or paper scraps
  • Round button Magnet(s)
  • OR: Set of large loop ear wires / Earring Hooks for earrings (pliers also needed if making earrings or necklace)
  • Or :
  • One large Jump Ring(s)
  • Cord in length desired for a necklace
  • Necklace Clasp(s)
  • One set End Caps with loops. For necklace.

Steps (11 steps, 15 minutes)

  1. 1

    Apply a thin layer of decoupage medium to the cap with a brush. Press the paper or fabric firmly to attach.

  2. 2

    Trim carefully around edges if needed.

  3. 3

    Apply another thin layer to the top of the cap being sure to seal around the edges.

  4. 4

    Let dry and either apply a second layer of decoupage medium or a layer of varnish.

  5. 5

    Let dry overnight.

  6. 6

    Glue on the magnet or:

  7. 7

    Cut a length of cord and attach the end caps with loops and the clasp.

  8. 8

    Attach the large jump ring to the cap.

  9. 9

    (use an awl or a push pin to make a hole in the top of the cap) String cord through ring and:

  10. 10

    Voila!!!

  11. 11

    For earrings simply attach the ear wires to the caps or attach a jump ring to the caps and the ear wires to the jump ring!

    Put on, feel fabulous and enjoy their near-weightlessness!!!!!