This project is another one of my favorites using reverse decoupage. Reverse decoupage is when the decoupage material is applied to the inside of the glass rather than the outside. With this hurricane globe, after decoupaging, I use a flameless candle and the effect is beautiful.
Kathy Zengolewicz
Here is what you will need to get started:
- A hurricane glass globe
- A picture to decoupage (gift wrap or magazine clippings work well)
- Clear drying graft glue (I use Modge Podge)
- Cream or Off White glass paint
- A sea sponge
- Scissors
- Paper towels
- Window cleaner
- Craft knife
- Cutting mat
Choose a picture or graphic to decoupage and, using your scissors and craft knife, cut out the picture so that it looks clean. Put the picture in a small tray of water. At first it will curl up, but then it will lie flat. When it flattens out, take it out of the water and pat it dry with a paper towel. This process cuts down on the wrinkling of the graphic when you apply it to the glass.
Make sure to clean your glass globe with window cleaner to remove any debris, grease or fingerprints. Apply craft glue/Modge Podge to the front of the image and position it where you want it on the inside of of the glass globe. You can use as many images as you like. After you have your image in place, apply a coat of glue over the back of the image. Allow this to dry completely.
Using the window cleaner and a paper towel, clean any excess glue off of the glass and let that dry. When the glass is dry, take your sea sponge and glass paint and apply the paint to the entire inside of the globe. You will need to let this dry completely. Reapply the paint as many times as needed until you can no longer see through the paint.
You can burn candles inside the hurricane globe if you place the candle in a votive, but I like to use the small flameless candles for this project. Whether you choose a real candle or one with a battery, your finished hurricane globe will look great. Enjoy
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