Simple DIY with Mod Podge
I’ve been using Mod Podge (or decoupaging) as long as I’ve been crafting. I remember using it back in elementary school and I still think it’s a necessary supply to have in your DIY/crafting kit. The first year Mark and I were dating we did handmade gifts instead of buying each other expensive gifts since we were poor college students and just liked the challenge of creating something special. Probably 80% of the gifts I made that year involved Mod Podge on some level. Anyone can use Mod Podge, it’s easy to figure out with the only risk being a bit of messiness and sticky fingers.
Needless to say, I like Mod Podge. Awhile back I found a crafting blog, Mod Podge Rocks that was devoted to the love of Mod Podge and featured endless amazing projects. Mod Podge isn’t just for your elementary school homework project, it can be used to create all sorts of amazing pieces for your home. I thought I’d share a few inspired projects I saw to either convert you to being a “Mod Podger” or just give you some extra ideas if you already are a convert.
I loved these Tree Canvases I saw on a recent post fromSimply Modern Mom via Mod Podge. Something about this project is so simple but charming.
Take something old and make it new. I think the tray originally from good will is the perfect example of creating something special out of nothing.
We’ve been needing some new coasters and I like the idea of how you can incorporate color with these. I do question how long-term they’d last with water rings. Anyone try this before?
Here is another great idea for simple and affordable art. How many times have you seen beautiful tissue paper that will inevitably be thrown away after it’s used to wrap a gift? Here is a way to make it last.
While this would be great for your home, I think this fun silverware holder would be perfect to make for a party to incorporate a specific color or theme.
And last is one of my favorite Mod Podge projects I’ve seen. Featured on the Martha Stewart show, you can find instructions here. (found via Mod Podge Rocks)
By the way, I’m not in any way sponsored by Mod Podge or receiving credit for this post. I just like it. I have an upcoming project of my own that will involve Mod Podge. Hopefully I can finish and share with you soon.
Do you Mod Podge? What’s your favorite “go to” crafting supply?
i used to decorate wooden letters for my friends (with scrapbook paper, clips, pictures, notes, stickers) and then use mod podge on top. i love how it gives your work a nice gloss. i LOVE those martha stewart one.. SOOO adorable. i totally want to make these sometime, thanks for the idea!!
1Great post! I’ve always wanted to try decoupage, but never really put forth the effort to research how to do it. I bought some coasters like these from Etsy. They’re made from tile pieces backed with felt with decoupage paper on top. I’ve had them for about 6 months & they’ve held up great!
2I have some Modge Podge Micah gave me as a stocking stuffer one year. I need to use it. I’d say thread and a needle for crafting supplies.
3those animal pieces are super cute!
4I love the tray! I think I’ll give that a try. Thanks for the tip.
5Thanks for the mention! You are so sweet!
6I love decoupaging!
One project we did when I was younger was decoupaging fabric and tissue paper on the backs of clear glass plates. They can be hung up much like the canvases you show.How is it possible that this former 4H-er has not yet delved into the world of craft blogs? Thanks for opening up yet another obsession for me!
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