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Picnic Prep: How to Dress Up Your Cooler
Make your next picnic pop with this colorful and customized cooler.
Tomas Espinoza
Materials Needed
- 9 qt. personal cooler (made of PE and PP)
- origami paper in desired colors
- scissors
- decoupage glue
- water-based polyurethane
- foam paintbrush
- 1" chip paintbrush
Choose Your Cooler
Big or small, just make sure the cooler is clean and dry before you start. We chose a nine-quart personal cooler with a flat top and swing-up handle made of high-density polyethylene and polypropylene for durability.
Cut Paper
Using scissors, cut out bits of colored paper. Word to the wise, straight edges makes for easier application later.
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Paint on Glue
Using a foam paintbrush, apply a layer of decoupage glue.
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Add Paper
Quickly place papers onto the surface of the cooler, starting at the corners. Brush each piece to smooth out any bumps.
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Layer It Up
Add more shapes into the mix, using the same technique. Continue adding layers of paper until the top of the cooler is covered.
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Coat With Sealer
Allow the papers and decoupage glue to dry a few hours, then add a clear coat of polyurethane to protect your work. Allow this to dry for a couple of days before you put your trendy-topped cooler to use.
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