Skills Required: Beginner. If you can use a punch and a paintbrush, you can do this project. It’s pretty perfect for beginning Mod Podgers.

You know those paint chips you grab “just to see the colors in better light” and then somehow end up with 20 in your purse? Yeah, me too.

They’re the free souvenir of every home improvement store paint trip – and if you’re anything like me, you probably have a little stack of them tucked in a drawer, waiting for their true calling. Well, today’s the day they go from hardware-store afterthought to modern DIY wall art.

(PS: if you feel weird about taking the current chips, ask them for ones they’re going to throw out for discontinued colors. You can save them from being thrown in the trash!)

This project is super easy, super satisfying, and the kind of craft that makes people say, “Wait—you made that?” It’s colorful, geometric, and surprisingly chic.

Even better? You probably already have everything you need to make it happen, especially if Mod Podge and craft paint are regulars in your crafting rotation.

I already had the Podge and the paint, and my chips were from a painting project where I painted a bunch of different wood panels. I didn’t know what I was going to do with them, but I loved the idea of turning them into something visual and textural.

I actually tried this project on canvas first and it was a total disaster. The canvas was too flexible, and nothing I did made the paint chips stick.

It wasn’t until I tried it on a wood panel that I got the chips to stick properly. And honestly, I love the wood panel. It’s pretty unique!

This project is also one of my favorites because it’s completely customizable. Want bold, primary colors? Go for it. Prefer soft neutrals or ombré vibes? The world is your oyster.

And because you’re working with simple supplies like paint, Mod Podge, and a wood surface, you can size it up or down depending on your space.

I will be honest that if you choose to go for a larger wood panel, I’d try a smaller one first. There’s a trick to the paint chips (which tend to curl). You’ll want to do a test run before committing to something larger.

Are you ready to try the project? I’m excited to hear what you think! Get the printable how to card below:

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Paint Sample Wall Art

Learn how to make DIY wall art using paint swatches and a wood canvas! This is very easy and inexpensive home decor.

Course Wall Art

Prep Time 45 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Dry Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 6 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 piece

Cost $10

Equipment

• 1 Circle punch(es) 1 3/4"
• Paintbrushes
• Brayer

Ingredients

• 1 Wood panel 9 x 12
• Craft paint
• Paint chips
• Mod Podge Satin
• Wax paper

Instructions

• Punch out several circles from the swatches. Arrange the dots on the wood canvas and take a pic using your cell phone (so you can remember your layout). Transfer the circles to a separate surface.
  
• Paint the wood panel with the color of your choice. Let dry and give a second coat. Let dry completely.
  
• Begin to apply the chips to the panel. You're going to apply a medium layer of Mod Podge to the wood, then smooth the chips into the Mod Podge. Brush away the excess. See notes for curling.
  
• Continue applying Mod Podge to the wood and smooth down the chips. Using your fingers helps keep the circles down.
  
• Cover the panel with the chips. As edges of the circles come up, smooth them down with your finger gently.
  
• Once the entire panel is covered with paint chips, smooth anything that's coming up with your finger. Then apply wax paper over the top and roll out with a brayer. Keep doing this until the chips don't come up.
  
• Add a layer of Mod Podge over the top of the paint chips for an even finish and let dry completely before hanging.
  

Notes

Step 1: the number of chips you use will depend on the canvas and size punch you use, but mine used 48.

Step 3: Paint chips tend to curl when an acrylic product is applied. It helps to start out by bending them gently towards the panel so that they’re easier to smooth down.

What do you think about this paint swatch art? Would you make it? Let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other ideas:

Decoupage Napkins on Canvas • DIY Bow Holder • DIY Cork Boards • DIY Photo Mat • DIY Pressed Flowers • DIY Wall Decor • Doorbell Box Cover • Dried Flowers on Glass • Fabric Covered Books • Ice Cream Stick Wall Hanging • Magazine Collage • Photo Wall Collage • Wood Welcome Sign

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If you’re an adult coloring enthusiast (or just have a stash of finished pages with nowhere to put them), this DIY name plaque is the perfect way to turn your artwork into something both beautiful and functional!

Instead of leaving those vibrant, hand-colored designs hidden in a book, why not showcase them as personalized wall decor?

This project is a creative and easy way to customize a name or word using wood letters, Mod Podge, and your favorite coloring pages. The result? A one-of-a-kind piece that blends relaxation with crafty magic!

Whether you’re making one for yourself, a child’s room, or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this project lets you celebrate both your creativity and love for color.

The best part? You get to enjoy the relaxing process of coloring and craft something totally unique at the same time.

Plus, with so many coloring books and letter styles available, the possibilities are endless. Ready to turn your coloring pages into decor? Let’s get started!

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DIY Wooden Name Plaque

Use wood letters and coloring pages to make a cute name plaque! Perfect for wall art.

Course Wall Art

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 plaque

Cost $15

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors
• Craft knife
• Brayer optional
• Copier optional

Ingredients

• Weathered wood plaque
• Wood letters spelling the name of your choice
• Coloring book
• Colored pencils
• Mod Podge Hard Coat
• Craft glue

Instructions

• Grab wood letters in the name or initials of your choice. My name is short and sweet! You'll need to choose a plaque that fits the name based on the length.
  
• Begin coloring. You can color the entire page or just enough to cover one of your wood letters. Now – at this point, you have two options. You can color in additional pages and have different designs on your letters, or you can make color copies of the page. I’ll leave that up to you!
  
• Trim the design down around the colored area with your scissors.
  
• Start with one letter at a time. Flip the coloring page over and place a thin layer on the back.
  
• Place a thin layer of Mod Podge on the front of the letter and place down onto the back of the coloring page.
  
• Turn the letter over and smooth. It’s optional to use a brayer, but I love this one! Let your letter dry for 15 – 20 minutes.
  
• Trim off the paper carefully using a craft knife. Repeat with the remaining letters.
  
• Coat the tops of your letters with Mod Podge and let dry. Finish by gluing the letters to the wood plaque, in order. Let dry completely before hanging.
  

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Let me know what you think of this project in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other wall art ideas:

Comic Wall Art • Decorative Letters • Decoupage Napkins on Canvas • DIY Love Canvas • Fabric Canvas Art • Image to Canvas • Instagram Mini Canvases • Junk Mail Art • Magazine Collage • Map Canvas Art • Paint Chip Art • Paint Swatch Art • Photo Booth Canvas • Photo Transfer to Canvas • Photo Wall Collage • Plastic Animal Canvases • Poster on Canvas • Wood Plaque Crafts

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I had a friend that loved to collect vintage kitchen tools, and her collection was super cool. She didn’t want to use them, which I understood, because they were vintage and also they might have fallen apart in her cupcake batter.

Man Podger David came up with a way to display antique kitchen tools and I need to share it with my friend . . . I love this vintage shadow box. Hang it on the wall or prop it on the counter, either way it looks great with farmhouse decor. I’ll let David tell you how it’s made.

OK, my grandmother (dad’s mom) was one of the most awesome women ever – and not much of a cook. But she LOVED donuts! My mother is equally terrific and a great cook. And she makes delicious, homemade donuts. The two of them got along famously needless to say.

When my grandmother passed away I ended up (I really have no idea how) with some odds and ends from her kitchen that have been sitting around in a “I-don’t-know-what-to-do-with-this-but-I-can’t-throw-it-away” box in my garage. Do you have one of those?

How to Display Antique Kitchen Utensils

Anyway, it dawned on me that I could make a little celebration of both of them their friendship and their love of donuts using a shadowbox, Mod Podge and a blown up recipe card. It was incredibly easy!

Gather These Supplies

• Shadow box (which I really should have cleaned before I photographed it. Sheesh!)
• Matte Mod Podge and foam brush
• Vintage kitchen utensils
• Small pieces of scrap wood to use as spacers – painted white
• Hot glue gun
• Spray paint

I decided to recreate my mom’s famous donut recipe as a background. You could easily take an old recipe card to Kinkos and have them blow it up for you.

I created my own using a great, free font called Octin Vintage (available for free download from DaFont.com), sized it to fit the back of the shadow box and printed it out.

I spread Mod Podge on the backer board that came with the shadow box and laid the recipe card graphic down smoothing out the wrinkles (although a few wrinkles seemed OK to me on this project) and set it aside to dry.

I also gave the vintage shadow box itself a quick coat of antique white spray paint.

I wanted the utensils to stand out a bit from the background – hence the small pieces of scrap wood. I painted them white so they would blend a little and then I used a glue gun to glue the scrap wood to the back of each utensil.

When the recipe card background had dried I trimmed the edges and I gave it a sealing coat of Mod Podge for a little extra shine.

After playing around with what I wanted for the arrangement I hot glued the utensils into place and re-assembled the shadow box. And “BAM,” a tribute to my donut loving forebears.

I left the glass out of the vintage shadow box for these pictures because all I was getting was a reflection of me taking a picture. What do you think? I’d love to know in the comments!

If you’d like to see some of my other projects, here are a few I think you might enjoy:

• DIY Kitchen Cabinet Hardware with Mod Podge
• DIY Bookends Made from Vintage Rolling Pins
• DIY Coffee Bar Sign with Farmhouse Style
• DIY Recipe Holder Looks Great in Your Kitchen

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Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll be spray painting and applying Mod Podge to the inside of the mailbox. I have a how-to at the bottom of this close that gives tips for painting.

You know that feeling when you drive up to your house and something just feels off? Maybe it’s the bland mailbox staring at you like a lost puppy. Well, that’s exactly how I felt when I moved into my new home.

Sure, it had a sturdy post and a perfectly functional mailbox – but it had zero personality. And if there’s one thing I love, it’s making everything in my space feel like “me.”

So, what’s a crafty person to do? Give that mailbox a glow-up, of course! I wanted something that matched my beachy, coastal vibe, so I grabbed a can of outdoor spray paint in the most perfect shade: Nautical Blue.

I mean, the name alone told me it was meant to be! But after that first coat dried, I stepped back and thought… it still needs something extra.

That’s when inspiration struck. What if I lined the inside with decorative paper? Game changer. I ran to the craft store, grabbed some Outdoor Mod Podge, and got to work. Suddenly, my little mailbox went from “just painted” to full-on custom and fabulous.

And this project is more than just cute. It’s actually useful. Now when I give directions, I can just say, “Look for the bright, beachy mailbox!” No more “third dirt road on the left past the tree that used to have a tire swing.”

Plus, wouldn’t this make the perfect housewarming gift? Personalize it with someone’s favorite colors or themes, and boom – best gift ever. Ask first . . . of course. Just in case they are boring and like plain mailboxes

If your mailbox needs a little personality, this DIY is for you. Get the full tutorial below and let’s make getting the mail fun again!

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Paint a Mailbox

Learn how to paint a mailbox with spray paint and make it last. This is a very easy project you can complete in less than a few hours.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours

Dry Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 1 mailbox

Cost $7

Equipment

• Painter’s tape
• Sandpaper
• Paintbrush(es)

Ingredients

• Mailbox
• Mod Podge Outdoor
• Outdoor spray paint
• Outdoor primer optional
• All purpose cleaner
• 4 pieces Scrapbook paper optional

Instructions

• If at all possible, remove the mailbox from the post. If you can't you'll have to tape paper around it to protect the post.
• Smooth out an areas that need it with sandpaper. You can also remove any rust at this point as well.
• Clean the mailbox with mild soap and water. It helps to use warmer water and a scrub brush. Rinse with water and let dry.
• If there is any flaking paint or rust, sand smooth with sandpaper.
• If you can, spray with a white primer as a base. Hold the can 6-8 inches from the surface and use a sweeping motion. Apply several light coats, allowing to dry between coats.
• Apply your selected color to the mailbox. Use an outdoor spray paint . Add a total of three coats and let stand 24 hours. Remember to keep the can 6-8 inches, and the coats should be light. Use a sweeping motion.
  
• Make sure the mailbox is completely dry before you remove the painter's tape. Replace the mailbox if you removed it from the post.
• To decorate the inside of the mailbox, add a layer of Mod Podge to the inside. Gently smooth down the scrapbook paper and let dry. Go over the inside of the mailbox again with Mod Podge and let dry completely.
  

Notes

Step 8: I decided against doing the entire inside of the mailbox. I didn’t want to go overboard with the lobsters.

If you enjoy decorating your home in a beach-y or coastal theme, check out these other ideas:

Beach Fairy Garden • Beach Letters • Beach Glass Lanterns • Cardboard Sandcastle • Decorate a Tray • DIY Starfish • Fabric Lined Drawers • Lazy Susan Makeover

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Skills Required: Intermediate Beginner. You should have prior crafting experience before attempting this craft; preferably with Mod Podge. It’s not necessarily hard, but it can get tricky so it’s best if you have experience with the materials.

Yep, you heard right! You can do an inkjet photo transfer to wood with just Mod Podge. I love transferring images to wood – they make these personalized rustic little pieces that are perfect to just sprinkle around the house or to give as a small personalized gift.

You don’t need a laser printer or photo transfer medium for this tutorial. It’s different from the Mod Podge photo transfer medium in that it gives your image a clear background.

You might be wondering how the image goes from the inkjet printer/whatever you print out, and onto the wood. It’s magic! It’s actually not magic though.

The basic process is that you will print an image onto a stencil sheet (not photo paper) that has dried glue on top. You will apply Mod Podge to wood, then place the photo/stencil sheet face down into the Podge. 24 hours later, you’ll peel the stencil sheet from the wood and the photo will be left behind!

And this is how you transfer inkjet images to wood using Mod Podge.

Mod Podge Formula to Use

There are several Mod Podge formulas you can use – I recommend sticking with the basic formulas of Gloss, Matte, or Satin. It really doesn’t matter which, it’s all about the finish you like.

Stay away from the Outdoor and Fabric formulas, or any Mod Podge that’s a bit thicker. You want regular consistency medium for this project.

In addition, don’t get confused by the photo transfer formula. It’s not the same thing as regular Mod Podge at all. The transfer medium uses laserjet images and can’t be used decoupage.

Are you interested to see how I did this craft? I know you’ll use this technique for transferring photos all the time after I teach you. So read on!

Gather These Supplies

• Plastic stencil sheet
• PVA Glue (normal school glue)
• Mod Podge Matte or Gloss
• Sponge brush
• Ink Jet Printer
• Wood block
• Wood stain
• Sandpaper

This project does take time, but it gives fantastic image transfer results without the hassle of wetting the image and rubbing the paper off. The stencil sheet can also be used again!

What image would you transfer? Have fun crafting and don’t forget to follow me on social media or my blog for more ideas, freebies and tutorials!

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Mod Podge Photo Transfer with Inkjet

This inkjet photo transfer to wood is easy with Mod Podge and regular school glue. Do it in five simple steps!

Course Cheap Crafts

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes

Dry Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes

Servings 1 project

Cost $5

Equipment

• Foam brush(es)
• Printer and paper
• Sandpaper

Ingredients

• Plastic stencil sheet
• PVA glue normal school glue
• Mod Podge Matte or Gloss
• Wood block(s)
• Wood stain

Instructions

• Sand the wood block – you want the surface to be as smooth as possible for better image transfer. Wipe away any dust with a tack cloth or wet cloth.
  
• Paint two thin layers of glue onto the shiny side of the stencil sheet. You can use transparency films as well, if that is what you have on hand.
  
• Once fully dry, print the image onto the glue covered stencil sheet with the printer. Allow the printed image to FULLY DRY before proceeding to the next step.
• Paint a layer of Mod Podge onto the wood block and carefully lay the image on top. Using the stencil sheet will allow you to align it much easier with the wood edges. Smooth slightly with your hands.
  
• Wait until the Mod Podge is dry on the inkjet transfer to wood (I let mine dry overnight – 24 hours is recommended). Lightly run the tip of a craft knife onto the sides of the wood before peeling to separate the image from the rest of the glue that dried. Peel carefully, again making sure the image is fully dry or it won’t transfer perfectly.
  
• Stain the sides and the back of the wood block and let that dry to finish.
  

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Notes

Step 3: if you’re using text in the image, you’ll need to reverse it when print so that it shows up (and reads) correctly.

This was inspired by another inkjet photo transfer we spotted at Photojojo! If you enjoyed this craft idea, let me know in the comments! Plus check out these other photo ideas here:

Breakfast in Bed Tray • Family Reunion Centerpiece • How to Transfer Photos to Wood • Image to a Wood Block • Modern Photo Blocks • Photo Keychain • Transfer Paper to Fabric • Transfer Photos to Fabric • Transfer to Furniture • Transfer to Glass • Transfer to Metal • Wooden Photo Blocks

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Skills Required: Intermediate. Photo transfer takes a little practice, particularly with learning how much of the paper you can rub off. I’d try a sample project first in case there’s a learning curve for you.

I’m really excited to share with you today, my friends. This is a project I get asked about ALL the time.

Have you ever wanted to turn your favorite photos into custom canvas prints – without the hefty price tag? With just a few supplies and Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium, you can create your own DIY canvas prints right at home!

I recently decided to try this photo transfer to canvas technique with pictures of my cats (because let’s be honest, they deserve their own gallery wall). The process is surprisingly easy and gives your photos a unique, slightly vintage look that stands out from regular prints.

Plus, since you’re transferring the ink rather than adhering paper to the canvas, you won’t have to worry about wrinkles or air bubbles.

The key to success is using a laser print of your photo – don’t worry if you don’t have a laser printer, a quick trip to your local copy shop will do the trick!

After applying the transfer medium, letting it dry, and carefully removing the paper, you’ll be left with a beautiful, professional-looking canvas print. Add a coat of Mod Podge for protection, and you’re good to go.

This technique is perfect for creating affordable wall art, personalized gifts, or even an entire gallery wall of special memories. Once you try it, you’ll want to make more – I know I do!

Keep reading to see exactly how I did it, along with some helpful tips to get the best results. Get the printable how to below:

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Transfer a Photo to Canvas

Learn how to do an image transfer to canvas using Mod Podge photo transfer medium.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes minutes

Dry Time 14 hours hours

Total Time 14 hours hours 55 minutes minutes

Servings 1 canvas

Cost $10

Equipment

• Foam brush(es)
• Scissors
• Small bowl of water
• Sponge
• Brayer optional

Ingredients

• Round canvas
• Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium
• Mod Podge Matte or formula of your choice
• Laserjet photo to fit the canvas
• Parchment paper or wax paper
• Cardstock optional
• Stand template(s) optional

Instructions

• Print out your image to transfer on a laserjet printer. Remember to mirror (reverse) any words so that they are correct when transferring.
  
• Place parchment paper on your work surface. Apply an even amount of photo transfer medium on your printed photo using a foam brush, making sure to cover all the areas of the photo so that they are obscured.
  
• Once your photo transfer medium is applied evenly, smooth the photo onto the canvas, making sure that it is centered. Use a brayer or flat card to ensure all of the image is adhered to the canvas. You don't need to push too hard. Wait for that to dry, about 12 hours per the bottle’s instructions.
  
• Begin removing paper with water and a sponge once the photo transfer medium is dry. Slowly begin rubbing and removing the paper. You will begin to see the image appearing – continue until the paper is removed.
  
• Once the canvas is dry, apply a thin coat of Mod Podge Matte (or formula of your choice) and let it dry.
  
• This step is optional. You can hang your canvas or create a stand using cardstock – I’ve provided a template that you can use with an electronic die cutting machine or you can cut them using scissors. Fold vertically once you have cut it, and use to display your canvas.
  

Notes

Tips for a Successful Transfer:

• Regular copy paper works best—avoid thick or glossy paper, as it will be harder to remove later. You *do not* want to use photo paper.
• Cover your entire image with a thick, even layer of Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium. Any missed spots won’t transfer.
• Don’t try to remove all the paper at once! Do one round, let it dry, then check if there’s still a white paper haze.
• If the image looks cloudy after drying, it means there’s still paper residue. Lightly dampen and rub again.
• Once most of the paper is gone, gently buff the image with a soft cloth to remove any last fibers.
• If you accidentally remove part of the image, don’t panic! You can blend the area with a bit of acrylic paint or distress it intentionally.

Love this home decor idea? Let me know in the comments! Plus check out these other photo transfer ideas here:

Breakfast in Bed Tray • Christmas Napkins • Family Reunion Centerpiece • How to Transfer Photos to Wood • Image to a Wood Block • Inkjet Transfer • Photo Keychain • Transfer Paper to Fabric • Transfer Photos to Fabric • Transfer to Furniture • Transfer to Glass • Transfer to Metal

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Skills Required: Beginner. It helps to have a basic knowledge of decoupage for this project so you can avoid wrinkles.

In a world of digital recipes, there’s still something special about a good old-fashioned recipe card.

Whether it’s a handwritten favorite passed down through generations or a new go-to dish you don’t want to forget, having a stylish way to display it makes all the difference.

That’s where this DIY recipe card holder comes in!

This project is a perfect mix of function and creativity. Not only does it keep your recipe cards upright and easy to read while you cook, but it also doubles as charming kitchen decor.

You can customize it with scrapbook paper to match your kitchen’s aesthetic – go vintage, modern, or totally quirky. It’s also ridiculously easy to make, even if you’re new to crafting.

If you love homemade gifts, this project is a winner. It’s thoughtful, practical, and easy to personalize.

Imagine gifting one with a few of your favorite recipes handwritten on cute cards. It’s the kind of present that feels extra special, and extra personal.

This recipe card holder is also great for meal preppers, bakers, and anyone who loves a little organization in the kitchen. And let’s face it – it looks cute, too.

It’s a fun weekend craft that will leave you with something you’ll actually use. So grab your Mod Podge and let’s make a recipe card holder that’s as “delicious” as the dishes you’ll create with it!

Get the printable how to below:

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Recipe Card Holder

Learn how to make a DIY recipe card holder using wood parts and a clothespin! Decorate it for a gift or home decor.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 holder

Cost $3

Equipment

• Saw and miter box
• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Ingredients

• 1 Wooden base round plaque
• 1 piece 1" x 2" wood
• 1 Clear clip or clothespin
• Scrapbook paper
• Mod Podge
• Craft paint
• Sandpaper
• Recipe card printable

Instructions

• Cut the 1” x 2” wood piece to size – make it at least 2.5” tall on the shorter side. Use a miter box to cut one side into an angle at 45 degrees. This will be the stem piece of the recipe holder.
  
• Once cut, sand both the wood piece and round plaque to remove roughness. Wipe away sanding dust.
  
• Paint your wood pieces with acrylic paint. Use a color that complements or contrasts with your scrapbook paper. Give the wood a few coats and let dry.
  
• Trace the wood round onto the back of your scrapbook paper.
  
• Cut it out with a pair of scissors. Do the same for the stem piece, cutting one piece for each side.
  
• Apply a layer of Mod Podge onto the wood base, and then carefully adhere your scrapbook paper, making sure it is centered. Use a flat card or brayer to ensure it is fully attached and to smooth out the bubbles. Do the same for the stem piece.
  
• Once dry, apply a layer or two of Mod Podge onto the base and the stem piece to seal and protect the scrapbook paper. Let it fully dry.
  
• Once the pieces are dry, use hot glue to attach the stem piece to the wood round, making sure it is centered.
  
• Add a clip of your choice to the recipe card holder – I used an acrylic clip with a sticky backing. You can also use a wood or metal clip, depending on the colors and theme of your holder.
  
• Optional. Print and cut the recipe cards to use with your new recipe card holder.These are sized at 4” x 6”.
  

Notes

Step 3: For mine, I mixed some yellow and black acrylic paint to create a mustard color that matches the background of my scrapbook paper.

I hope you enjoyed this wood craft – let me know in the comments. I’d also love for you to visit some of my other favorite home decor projects:

Clothespin Magnets • Clothespin Wreath • Decoupage Wood Tray • Decorate a Memory Box • Decorative Wine Bottles • Decoupage Napkins on Canvas • DIY Cork Boards • DIY Floor Cloth • DIY Tile Coasters • Doorbell Box Cover • Fabric Covered Books • Ice Cream Stick Wall Hanging • Paper Mache Bowls • Plate Display • Scrap Wood Candle Holders • Wood Welcome Sign

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Skills Required: Beginner. It helps to have experience with Mod Podge since maps are thinner and it can be difficult to avoid wrinkles.

I’ll be honest – I’m so old at this point . . . I’m old enough to remember “Trip Tiks” from AAA (Triple A). If you remember Trip Tiks too, perhaps you have fond memories of them as I do.

This was before most people had personal computers, just to set the stage.

Back in the day if you wanted to go on a trip (especially road trips in a car), you’d go to a local Triple A office. You’d meet with an advisor, and in return you’d get a paper map with your trip broken down in to multiple legs., the roads/routes to take (potential construction), gas stops and prices estimated in, a list of sites for stopping off at, etc.

And the maps were coated in highlighter. When you left, you would review your highlighted map with excited anticipation. Oh, the travels you were about to go on!

There’s nothing like holding a paper map in hand. Or displaying one, honestly. It’s pure nostalgia for me, and reminds me of the days I learned to drive. I absolutely love maps – and map crafts. They represent adventure.

If you love travel and a good road trip, this Mod Podge map canvas project is the perfect way to showcase your favorite destinations in a creative, stylish way!

Whether you want to highlight a dream vacation, commemorate a special trip, or celebrate your hometown, this easy craft turns an ordinary map into a meaningful piece of decor.

What makes this project so fun? It’s simple enough for beginners yet customizable to suit any space or style. With just a canvas, a map, and a little Mod Podge magic, you can create a piece that’s sleek and professional-looking – no special skills required!

Plus, the addition of painted wooden letters lets you personalize the artwork with a favorite quote, city name, date, or inspirational phrase.

It could be fantastic handmade gift for adventure-loving friends or family members. And because you can use any map – vintage, road atlas, or even a subway map – the possibilities are endless.

So grab your supplies, pick your favorite map, and get ready to create a piece of decor that’s as unique as your travel memories. I think you’re going to love this project!

Get the printable how to card below:

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Map Canvas Wall Art

Learn how to make this unique canvas art with a map! It's easy to do, even if you've never crafted before.

Course Wall Art

Keyword map canvas, unique canvas art

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Dry Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings 1 canvas

Cost $2

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Parchment paper
• Mini craft iron

Ingredients

• 1 Canvas(es) 9 x 12
• 1 Map you can typically find some in thrift stores – but Etsy and eBay are a great place to look too! I got a bundle of them for cheap
• Mod Podge Gloss
• 15 Wood letter(s) or saying of your choice

Instructions

• Cover the canvas with a medium layer of Mod Podge. Let dry and repeat. Be sure to get the sides.
  
• Cut the map to fit the canvas. Make sure to test the fit by folding over the sides. Leave excess on the sides for now.
  
• Place the map down on the canvas where you would like it to go. Smooth down. Place a piece of parchment paper on top. Heat the iron up to medium heat, then iron the map down onto the canvas.
  
• Using the scissors, trim the map around the canvas edges, being sure to leave enough to fold over the sides. Then trim squares out of the map at all four corners of the canvas.
  
• Fold the edges of the map over onto the sides of the canvas and crease. Place parchment paper down and iron the side. Do sides one at a time, then let the canvas cool.
  
• Seal the entire map on the canvas with Mod Podge. Let dry. If you find that the map wrinkles at all, wait until it dries to see how bad the wrinkles end up. To remove wrinkles, place parchment paper over the top of the Mod Podge and iron the map again on a low setting.
  
• Gather the wood letters you’d like to use for your saying. Test fit the letters on the front of the canvas, making sure that they fit.
  
• Paint the wood letters with the paint color of your choice. The method I use to paint wood letters: hold onto one half and paint the other side. Let dry. Then repeat, holding the painted side.
  
• Measure the canvas on both sides and make small pencil marks toward the back. Place a piece of painter’s tape across the middle of the canvas. You want the top of the painter’s tape to be right on the middle line. This will help you place your wood letters.
  
• Use the glue to attach one of the words to the canvas, right on top of the line you created with painter’s tape. Space the letters out equally and let dry. Remove the painter’s tape.
  
• Now that you have one word in place, you can glue down the remaining letters to align with the first word you glued. Let dry before displaying.
  

If you are looking for more wall art, check out these ways to Mod Podge a canvas! For more easy craft ideas along the same lines, check out these:

Button Canvas Art • Comic Wall Art • Decoupage Napkins on Canvas • DIY Love Canvas • DIY Quote Art • Doily Wall Art • Fabric Canvas Art • Image to Canvas • Instagram Mini Canvases • Magazine Collage • Map Decoupage Letter • Monogram Canvas • Mount Pictures on Canvas • Nautical Wall Art • Paint Chip Art • Paint Swatch Art • Photo Booth Canvas • Photo Transfer to Canvas • Photo Wall Collage • Plastic Animal Canvases • Poster on Canvas • Scrapbook Paper Art • Watercolor Collage

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When I saw this breakfast in bed tray marked down to $2.00 at a local thrift store, I knew I had to get it for a resin project.

Furthermore, in a rare moment of clarity, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it and it involved Mod Podge Transfer Medium. There was also going to be a red theme to go along with my kitchen tool shadow box, rolling pin bookends, and kitchen cabinet hardware.

Did I mention that croissants and coffee were in my vision as well? Here’s what I did to revamp this breakfast in bed tray. Once you try this you’re going to have to paint a tray of your own ASAP!

There’s my CROISSANT! (and coffee . . . I really needed some coffee).

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DIY Bed Tray

Learn how to decorate a thrift store find in this DIY bed tray table project. Resin makes the perfect waterproof coating for your tray.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Keyword bed tray, bed trays, breakfast bed tray, breakfast in bed table, breakfast in bed tray, breakfast tray, diy bed table tray, diy bed tray, Diy breakfast tray, how to make a bed tray

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Dry Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 tray

Cost $12

Equipment

• Sander
• Scissors
• Paintbrush(es)
• Towel

Ingredients

• Spray paint
• 1 box Envirotex Lite
• Wax candle
• Sandpaper 220 grit and 100 grit
• Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium
• Mod Podge Hard Coat
• Rags
• Printed design
• Trisodium Phosphate TSP (optional)

Instructions

• Clean your surface with TSP and sand, if necessary. This allows the next layer of paint to stick effectively. Wipe away any sanding dust.
  
• Rub a wax candle on the edges. A quick rub creates a barrier that prevents the spray paint from sticking in those spots. Give the tray two light coats of spray paint and set aside to dry for several hours.
  
• Run the 100-grit sandpaper over the waxed edges to remove some paint here and there, giving an antique look.
  
• Print out the image of your choice using a laserjet printer. If you use any words – you'll need to reverse them when printing so they show up correctly when transferred.
• Apply Mod Podge Transfer Medium to the printed side of the graphic and lay down on the tray. Smooth out bumps and clean up any excess medium that has squeezed out the sides of the paper. Leave to dry overnight.
  
• Lay a wet towel over the image for several minutes. Begin to rub away the layers of paper. Repeat until your image is completely revealed and no more paper is left.
  
• Use the 220-grit sandpaper to distress the tray and graphic to desired levels.
• Cover the tray with a coat of Mod Podge and let dry for a few hours.
• Mix and pour the Envirotex Lite according to package instructions. Give at least 12 hours of cure time before using.

Video

Notes

Step 1: I wanted an antique look for my tray with wear and tear on the edges, but I didn’t want the original bright blue color to show. I sanded the entire tray using a 220-grit sandpaper (the sanding roughs up the surface giving it “teeth” which allow the next layer of paint to stick better).

Step 4: I came up with a design that I liked – just some simple text on a red band. I used the font called “Market Deco” which is available for free at DaFont.com (an amazing resource for free fonts). I work in Adobe Illustrator when I’m designing, but the same look can be achieved in Canva, basic MSWord using shapes from the graphics bar and the built in Word Art function. Or you can use photos.

Mod Podge Transfer Medium requires you to use a “dry toner” (laser) copy of your graphics, which is available at any Kinkos or Staples if you don’t have access to a laser printer.

Step 9: You don’t *have* to use the Envirotex. A brush on waterproof sealer or Engine Enamel (which comes in a spray) are also options. It depends on if you want the resin or not.

If you have any questions about this tutorial, please don’t hesitate to ask – I’ll monitor the site and try to get back to you as quickly as possible. Plus check out these other photo transfer ideas here:

Christmas Napkins • Family Reunion Centerpiece • How to Transfer Photos to Wood • Image to a Wood Block • Inkjet Transfer • Photo Keychain • Photo Transfer to Canvas • Transfer Paper to Fabric • Transfer Photos to Fabric • Transfer to Furniture • Transfer to Glass • Transfer to Metal

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Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll be printing images, cutting to fit a tray, and then adding resin on top. The biggest skill you need for this project is patience in the drying time!

Man Podger David had a great idea to turn a simple planter into a DIY lazy susan for summer parties. It’s such a great project that I’m sure you’ll want to duplicate the technique for other home decor pieces. If you like resin crafts, keep reading for his tutorial!

So, you know me by now – I’m always wandering around Home Depot looking for things to make into other things. For this decoupage project I had in mind that summer is here, along with outdoor parties.

When I saw some big, metal planter saucers (you know, the kind you put under a pot to catch water and protect the floor) on sale I thought, “hmmmmmm . . . lazy susan?”

This DIY lazy susan turned out to be easy and pretty fun!

For this project, you can use vintage graphics or labels, your favorite photos, inspirational quotes, or anything else that floats your boat. I would anticipate whatever you use, it will be layered if it’s multiple images.

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Homemade Lazy Susan

Learn how to make a lazy susan with a planter tray from Home Depot! You can use any graphics to customize.

Course Home Decor Crafts

Keyword build a lazy susan, DIY lazy susan, homemade lazy susan, make a lazy susan, make your own lazy susan

Prep Time 45 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Dry Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

Servings 1 tray

Cost $10

Equipment

• Foam brush(es)
• Pencil
• Scissors

Ingredients

• Metal planter saucer
• Mod Podge Gloss
• Envirotex Lite
• Plastic straw
• Lazy Susan mechanism
• Sandpaper
• E-6000
• Spray paint optional
• Painters tape optional

Instructions

• Clean your tray with mild soap and water and let dry.
• Use painter’s tape to section off a line to make a stripe (optional). Spray with several coats of spray paint, remove tape, and let dry.
  
• Make a template for the inside of the tray using newspaper or paper and a pencil. Cut out with the scissors and set aside.
  
• Attach the lazy susan mechanism to the bottom center of the tray with E-6000; let dry.
  
• Print out all images you would like to use on a laserjet printer. Cut out and assemble them into a collage (you can tape if needed).
  
• Place the template on top and trace the outline of the circle. Cut out with scissors. Fit in the tray and trim if necessary.
• Mod Podge the images into the tray, layering as necessary. Seal thoroughly, making sure to get all edges. Let dry overnight.
  
• Mix the Envirotex Lite according to package instructions. Pour into the tray. Allow tray to fully cure for approximately 24 hours before using.

Notes

Step 2: My tray was BIG (16” wide). To make a template for the inside, I traced the edges of the tray onto two large sheets of paper and then taped them together. You could also use newspaper.

Step 5: I used graphics I had on hand, but you could easily use scrapbook paper or wrapping paper or anything that appeals – just test it to make sure it holds up to the Mod Podge.

I laid out the design in MS Word, but I didn’t want to have to cut out and paste each image. Instead I printed them out in sections on 11 x 14” legal paper and then cut each section out.

If you only have an inkjet printer, I’d try to get laserjet images printed to make sure you have no bleeding. If you don’t have that option available, be sure to spray the inkjet images on both sides with clear spray sealer and let dry before using.

Step 7: You don’t want the resin getting to the images as it can discolor them. Seal the images well if they are printed at home.

Step 8: Pop air bubbles by blowing on the surface of the resin with a plastic straw (don’t touch the straw to the surface).

If you enjoyed this DIY lazy susan, I’d love for you to check out these other ideas:

• Easy IKEA Lazy Susan Makeover Anyone Can Do
• DIY Mod Podge Plates Your Guests Will Admire
• DIY Plant Stand with Craft Store Supplies
• How to Transfer Photos to Wood

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