DIY: Spooky Trivets

Today I'm up at 

PINK PAISLEE

with a pair of DIY Halloween Trivets!

 These are super simple to put together, make an economical gift

 and can be created with any theme in mind. I found several different ideas

 on Pinterest where crafters used old greeting cards,

 photos, gift wrap, etc…many possibilities! 

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First, you will need a 6″X6″ ceramic tile for each trivet (or any size), Mod Podge, 

sponge applicator and cork or felt for the backing. I also used Beacon’s “Fast

 Finish Decoupage” for my final coat, which gave the trivets an extra shiny luster.

I’ve used an array of papers and embellishments from the Switchboard and
Hello Sunshine Collections. To begin, cut each base paper to 5.75″ X 5.75″.
se a shaped die, cutting file or template to create your basic design for each trivet.
 Adhere the design to the base paper and machine-stitch around the perimeter if you’d like.

Adhere any flat details to the design before you attach to the tile. Using the sponge

 applicator, apply a generous coating to the tile. Also, if you have machine-stitched 

on the paper, be sure to add a layer of mod-podge around the nooks and crannies

 of the stitching so that the paper doesn’t bubble around it once applied. Place the

 paper onto the tile and press into place; be sure to press out any air bubbles as well.

Next, apply a coating of Mod Podge over the top of the paper, making sure to keep 

your brush strokes going in the same direction. Allow that coating to completely dry.

 If you have the Beacon Decoupage or another high gloss sealer, add a coating 

of it and allow to dry next. 

Finally, embellish with fun notions like buttons, fabric flowers, ribbon and of course 

Pink Paislee embellishments! Although the finished trivets are purely decorative, 

they can be displayed on plate hangers, easels or just laying flat on a side table. 

Let the little ones help or make their own for their rooms! 

Thanks for letting me share with you today!