A Look at Matte vs Gloss Mod Podge Fall Leaves

A look at using Matte vs Gloss Mod Podge to preserve fall leaves.

A Look at Matte vs Gloss Mod Podge Fall Leaves

Wondering what is best for preserving fall leaves - Matte vs. Gloss Mod Podge? In this tutorial, we take a look at the difference between the two types of Mod Podge, and which one you should pick!

Author: Laura Radniecki

Materials

Colorful Fall Leaves
Mod Podge - Gloss and Matte
Foam Paint Brushes
Clean Plastic Container
Parchment Paper or Wax Paper

Instructions

First, we pressed our leaves between the pages of a book so they would lay flat. (This is an optional step.)
Then we laid out the leaves onto parchment paper.
Spread a layer of Mod Podge onto the leaves using a foam brush.
Half of the leaves got a layer of Matte Mod Podge.
For the other half of the leaves, we used Gloss Mod Podge to compare the two.
Let the Mod Podge dry fully before flipping the leaves over.
Brush a layer of Mod Podge onto the front of the leaves. Let dry.
Brush an optional second layer of Mod Podge onto the front of the leaves for added protection.
Let dry.

Notes

Both Matte and Gloss Mod Podge work well to preserve colorful fall leaves. Decide which you want to use based on the amount of shine you want your leaves to have.
For best results, begin brushing Mod Podge onto the BACK of the leaves first so the fronts won't get smudged by flipping them when they're wet.
If you want to try a different method of preserving leaves, try dipping them in melted beeswax!