Photo Canvas

This idea I found on Pintrest and decided to run with it adding some of my own ideas to it. I made these to give as Christmas gifts this year. floowing you will have the directions on how to make it. I meant to take  picture of the process but i got so into making them that it totally slipped my mind.

things you need

1. photo prints

2. canvas

3. mod podge (matte finish)

4.paint brush

5.spray paint

6.patients

First, I picked out pictures from my little photo library.

These are pictures I had taken of the kiddos one day we were outside playing. NOT FROM A PROFESSIONAL or Studio.

I sent these out to print at Walgreen's for only $2.99 each. (8x10) is what i chose but you can print whichever size you like.

Secondly, I went to my Micheal's craft store and purchase 10 8x10 canvas frames they were on sale 10 for $14.99 which was a steal considering each single canvas are 8.99 each. Also  picked up a few paint brushes at 99 cents each and some mod podge. i got the large bottle for 8.99 for future projects.

Steps to project

1. I used black spray paint to color the canvas. you may choose whichever colors suits you print best.

2. after paint dried I brushed on mod podge to the canvas and carefully place print to cover front of canvas and presses down leaving no bubbles after print was in place I lightly brushed on mod podge to the print and thin layer is all you need. Its a bit scary but i will dry on CLEAR. took a couple of strokes here and there to make it look even but i achieved the look I wanted.

3. Let dry and hang on your Favorite wall. In my case give as a gift.

4. Give yourself a pat on the back

In my case I'm glad I chose to make these, they were a great success my Mother -in law loved them so much she cried..   Great gifts for Grandma's and grandpa all for under $40.00 :))