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I’ve found that the older I get, and the older my kids get I really just want to eliminate all the clutter. Minimalism is looking more and more appealing and definitely the direction I’m headed in. I’ll definitely still have my industrial/farmhouse vibe, just with a whole lot less. Concrete has always been a texture I’m drawn too, but let’s be honest… it’s kinda messy and difficult to deal with! However, that doesn’t have to stop one from incorporating their love of concrete into their home! Today I will be sharing a tutorial on how to create a DIY Faux Concrete Vase using Mod Podge (because what can’t you do with Mod Podge?). These are a great little addition to your home decor and can easily be changed up for the seasons.
Friday, May 18th is National Mod Podge Day and we’re celebrating all things Mod Podge!! You can share your favorite Mod Podge creations as a public Instagram feed post with the #NationalModPodgeDay throughout the month of May for a chance to win weekly Mod Podge prize packs from Plaid (get more info here) for more info! Plaid will also feature live streams leading up to National Mod Podge Day, so be sure to follow them on Facebook!
If you’re not familiar with Mod Podge, it’s America’s Favorite Decoupage Medium™. Over the past 50 years, Mod Podge has expanded from the original Matte and Gloss formulas and is now available in 21 unique finishes in a wide range of sizes, from 2 oz. to classroom size gallons. Today I will be featuring the Dishwasher Safe Formula for the DIY Faux Concrete Vase Tutorial! By using the Dishwasher Safe Formula it allows the project to be easily cleaned in the top rack of your dishwasher!
Supplies:
- Small Glass Cylinder Vases
- Concrete Scrapbook Paper (mine is from Michael’s)
- Scissors
- Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge
- Mod Podge Brushes
How to Make a DIY Faux Concrete Vase
One of my favorite things about Mod Podge is how easy it is to use and its ability to totally transform an ordinary surface!
Clean glass before applying Mod Podge
Before using any time of Mod Podge you should always make sure your surface is prepared. With glass it’s best to clean the surface with rubbing alcohol and let it fully dry before using any Mod Podge.
Measure and Cut Paper
Use the vase to measure and cut out your paper to make sure it fits perfectly around the vase.
Apply Mod Podge
Once the rubbing alcohol on the vase is dry it’s time to start the Mod Podging! Apply a good coat to the vase and then another coat to the back of the paper. Then immediately attach the paper to the vase and smooth out any wrinkles with your hand. Just be careful not to tear the paper. Let this dry for a few hours (following the directions on the back of the Mod Podge Bottle).
Apply Top Coat of Mod Podge
After your paper has dried onto the vase it’s time to apply a few coats of Mod Podge on top of the paper to seal everything up. Apply 2-3 coats and allow each coat to dry 1-2 hours in between.
Decorate using a DIY Faux Concrete Vase
I decided to use these DIY Faux Concrete Vases as decoration for our Summer Tablescape by adding a few faux flowers and succulents to them. You could also add a few clippings from your yard, we just don’t have much to choose from in ours! ; )
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- Mod Podge Herb Ladder Planter
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- Pretty Life Girls
- Monogram Key Chain
- How to Use Decoupage on Furniture
- Personalized Pendants
For more craft projects check out our project gallery here or take a look at a few of my favorite posts below:
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What a neat idea! That “concrete” scrapbook paper is very realistic. Can see many uses for this technique (I’d like to try some square or rectangular wooden boxes covered this way and planted with faux succulents). Do have a couple of questions – is the outdoor Modge Podge a matte finish? Also, did you cut the paper longer at the top so it would cover the edge and go down into the vase a bit? Couldn’t really tell From the photos. I also liked the technique you used on the clay pots. Had no idea MP had so many different products available. In the past I have used the original MP for art work, decal making and decopage Look forward to seeing more new posts.
No way! These are super cool and lood like concrete, love them :)
I’ve been really into the whole concrete thing lately. This looks easy and beautiful. Will have to give it a try! Thanks for sharing :D
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These are so cool! They look just like concrete! I think I am going to have to get me some concrete look scrapbook paper and make me one or two. Love them! Thanks for sharing! Pinning!
Ashley, I love this DIY and will be sharing it as one of my features tomorrow at Share Your Style. Thank you for linking up and inspiring me!
DIY Faux Concrete Vases are beautiful interior products. To watch the tutorial we can male it at home with different colors an decorate it on different home corners.
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