Sounds like a perfect mission for epoxy, my friend. Resin is a great glue‑and‑sealant combo; it bonds the wood to the fabric and then locks everything in place with a glass‑like finish. Just spread a thin layer, let the fibers dry out, then add the resin on top. If you keep the temperature steady and stir slowly, the colors stay true—no warping, no crazing. And remember the thread on r/woodworking that said “epoxy is basically the Holy Grail for collage” – trust me, you’ll get a sturdy, glossy masterpiece.

Hey, bubbles are the worst, but there are quick fixes. First, keep your resin in a warm spot—about 30‑35 °C—so it flows a bit more and the trapped air can rise and escape. Stir slowly, not too fast, to avoid whipping in more air. Once you pour, run a heat gun on a low setting just a few inches away; the gentle heat will coax the bubbles to the surface and pop. If you’re super picky, use a small vacuum chamber—just a kiddie box and a vacuum pump—tilt the resin in there for a minute. For the texture layer, a dab of fine grit sandpaper or a foam roller over the dry fibers before the resin will give that subtle depth you’re after. Remember, a little bubble is a good thing if you can pop it quickly. Happy crafting!