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PostPosted: Sat Dec 09, 2006 5:31 pm 
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Im about to decoupage an amblem to my first custom and I was wondering if anyone out there could give me some advise or tips so I dont screw up my figure. Since I custom mixed the color behind the emblem it would be a pain if I had to try to remix it to match, so I would like to get it right the first time. Thanks


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From my FAQ: In general, you'll want to apply some of the gel medium to the back of the emblem, and some to the target area of the figure. Apply the emblem, and then use the brush to smooth out the excess gel medium along the edges. You can even brush the gel medium over the emblem, so as to seal it. This action along the edges also helps to smooth out the "seam" of the emblem, allowing it to appear as though it were printed directly on the figure. One warning: Don't smear too much if your emblems were made on an ink-jet printer. I've smeared many a super-hero symbol this way. (Laser printed emblems won’t smear.) If you do use ink-jet printed emblems, try spraying them with Testor's Dull Cote or some other fixative before applying to the figure with matte gel. Than can cut down on the smearing.

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 09, 2006 6:21 pm 
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Thanks for the help Cas. Considering I had already asked you for help, I didnt want to be a pain and ask for more. The info is appreciated though


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