Are you a fan of inspirational quotes? Turn them into DIY quote art with the help of Mod Podge. They look great in collections!

Skills Required: Beginner. If you’ve never used Mod Podge before, I’d do a sample piece first before going straight into a project. Grab a $1 wood plaque from the craft store and practice to avoid wrinkles.

Sometimes you just need a wall of inspiration when times are tough. quote art wall, if you will. One of those walls that makes you feel good when you look at it and reminds you that you are strong and you can do the hard things . . . and that your life is good.

DIY Quote Canvas

If you’re into inspirational wall art, this canvas art project is for you. It’s really easy. You’re just going to use Mod Podge and canvases to create your DIY quote art.

Getting the Prints

I recommend getting the prints produced on laserjet so you don’t have any bleeding issues – like at Costco or Kinkos (there are tips for decoupage with inkjet in my FAQ here).

If you get to select the paper thickness, go for something a little thicker like cardstock. Generally speaking, the thicker the paper, the easier it is to decoupage.

Surfaces to Use

You can use regular canvases for this project – but I was thinking these quotes might look cool on wood panels as well. If you do choose to use regular canvas, you can see how I applied paper to canvas here.

Save Print

5 from 1 vote

Quotes on Canvas

Learn how to apply quotes to canvases with Mod Podge! It's a lot easier than you think.

Prep Time30

Active Time2 30

Dry Time1

Total Time4

Yield: canvases

Cost: $15

Equipment

Materials

Canvas(es)
Printed quotes to fit your canvases
Mod Podge Matte
Wax paper (to cover work surface)

Instructions

Print out the images or have them professionally printed. If inkjet, spray with clear acrylic sealer or hairspray on both sides.
Paint the canvases with the colors of your choice and let dry.
Spread a medium layer of Mod Podge down on the canvas and smooth the design down to the top. Let dry for 15 – 20 minutes.
Put a top coat on the image and then the entire canvas. Let dry completely before hanging.

Notes

If you are having a hard time smoothing the image to canvas, turn over on a non-stick work surface and smooth from the inside. This helps since canvas is flexible.

Are you wondering where to get these fantastic prints as free downloads so you can make your own DIY quote art? Click on the links below. Then don’t forget to visit the post from Pinching with Pennies to get more info!

DIY quote canvases at Pinching Your Pennies