Easy Art Project

I had been trying to figure out what to do with a canvas I had partially painted.  I knew I wanted to hang it in the playroom but didn't know how to finish it.  Then it hit me - decoupage!!  I had never done it so this was quite an experiment.  It would either work, or I would ruin the canvas.

I had some leftover fabric from the playroom curtains.  I love the curtain fabric.  It's so bright and fun with its retro-looking zinnia-like flowers.  So I decided to repeat that flower theme in the artwork. 



I cut out a variety of flowers from the fabric and placed them on the canvas.

Then I used Mod Podge to paste on the flowers and then covered the entire canvas with a thin layer.  I used high gloss so my mediocre job I did cutting the flowers would be less noticeable than if I had used the matte finish.  The Mod Podge goes on white and dries clear, which is nice to be able to see when it is dry.  Although it's a little stinky - so beware!

Now we have fun and colorful playroom artwork that was so easy!!

For more great projects, visit Susan at Between Naps on the Porch.