What can Mod Podge do?? Get 101 Mod Podge uses here! You’ll be surprised at all of the things you can make: gifts, jewelry, home decor, fashion, furniture, and on and on. So many great ideas!
Are you ready to learn all the Mod Podge uses in existence? Okay, this isn’t a list of all of them. I’ve been blogging about this craft supply for 15 years and I still see new things it can do at least once a week. Mod Podge is so versatile, and I’m excited to share a ton of uses with you today.
If you’re new to Mod Podge, you’ll definitely want to see this list. Invest in a bottle (find out where to buy Mod Podge) and a brush and get started.
Mod Podge has a very short learning curve and the start up costs are nothing compared to other craft supplies and hobbies (trust me, I’ve tried them all!).
Mod Podge is a decoupage medium. It is a glue, sealer, and finish designed for craft and art projects. Like acrylic paint, it has a formula with several ingredients. It is not watered down school glue (I’ve seen it being made!). It’s also non-toxic, waterbased, and made in the USA.
You’ll be surprised at all of the things you can make: handmade gifts, jewelry, home decor, fashion, and on and on.
You really have to see everything to get a grasp on what this product can do! Do I sound like a salesperson? That’s because I really love Mod Podge.
What Surfaces Does Mod Podge Work On?
Paper, wood, fabric, glass, ceramic, terra cotta, tin . . . and even some plastics. If it doesn’t get up and walk, there is someone that has tried to Mod Podge it!
Though it is non-toxic, it is recommended not to be used on human skin nor should it touch food directly. 😀
How Do I Get Started?
Your main tools will be a set of decent paintbrushes and a bottle of Mod Podge. There are other decoupage supplies you can get that are helpful and relatively inexpensive. Otherwise you’ll just need something to Mod Podge and a surface to attach it to.
You should to visit our post to learn how to Mod Podge. Then you’ll want to practice a bit. I recommend purchasing a $1 wood plaque or frame from the craft store for your first time.
My first frame was a craft fail, but it wasn’t long after that I started churning projects out with ease. I’m impressed by how many people get it right the first time!
101 Ideas Using Mod Podge
Are you ready to find out what it can do? Check out over one hundred Mod Podge uses!
Home Decor
1. Make collage wall art.
2. Create unique faux stained glass.
3. Add photos to the tops of tile coasters.
4. Try a coastal themed DIY mailbox makeover.
5. Learn how to line your drawers with fabric!
6. Paint a wood storage bin; add papers to the sides and ball feet.
7. Do a Mod Podge photo transfer to fabric to decorate a pillow with a vintage image.
8. Decoupage fabric onto shelves – this works for wall shelves or book shelves.
9. Transform a paper mache letter using a map and some paint.
Wall Art/Canvas
10. Make comic book letters and mount them on the wall (Command Strips are great for this).
11. Create photo booth canvas art with pictures of you and friends, pets, children, or family.
12. Make love canvases with pretty papers and a free template.
13. Make a simple canvas using a map.
14. This DIY superhero canvas would look fabulous in a kids’ room or man cave.
15. Use dollar bin finds to make this doily wall art.
Decoupage Furniture
16. Cover a table top with wrapping paper.
17. User paper and bright paint to do a colorful table makeover.
18. Upcycle an old piece of furniture with fabric in this Mod Podge fabric table project.
19. Cover the top of a stool with some pretty paper.
20. Add child’s art to a dresser.
21. Transform a table in this vintage photo transfer table project.
22. Cover a chair in napkins.
Collage/Mixed Media
23. Use book pages to create a backdrop for this cool bird in a cage on canvas.
24. Use paint, sand, and resin to make unique ocean art.
25. Create beautiful art journal pages with paints, papers, Mod Podge, and more.
26. Collage old photos and trinkets into frames for this Father’s Day gift.
27. Make a photo collage on large letters.
Projects with Photos
28. Make Instagram mini canvases and turn them into magnets.
29. Do a photo transfer to glass vases using the decal method.
30. Transfer photos to wood and then either frame or display as-is.
31. Decorate glass magnets with papers and your favorite photos.
32. Make these unique photo vases using old images and PVC pipe.
33. Decorate a suitcase with some of your best vacation images.
34. Use your photos to make unique crystal ornaments (good for holidays or gifts).
DIY Handmade Gifts
35. Decorate a notebook with paper die cuts, letters, and embellishments.
36. Make these DIY lace jars and fill them with candy.
37. Use punches and paper (or photos!) to make cute little wood keychains.
38. Add glitter to a mug with Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge.
39. Give a guy a present for his man cave by making these comic book coasters.
40. DIY alphabet blocks make an awesome gift for a friend with a new baby.
41. Transform a DIY clipboard with paper and paint for a teacher’s gift idea.
42. Create handprint art that kids can do year after year.
43. Decorate a tray with adult coloring pages.
44. Make a DIY mouse pad using scrapbook paper and a cork circle.
Recycled Crafts
45. Make night light bulb Christmas ornaments.
46. Recycle a jar and turn it into a DIY pencil holder.
47. Cover old books in fabric and use them for home decorating.
48. Decorate old Altoid tins with paper and Dimensional Magic.
49. Turn old baby clothes into a new wardrobe in this DIY onesies project.
50. Turn old jars into DIY mason jar night lights.
Dollar Store Crafts
51. Transform a $1 frame with inexpensive scrapbook paper.
52. Cover dollar store candles with napkins.
53. Turn dollar bin doilies into bowls using Mod Podge Stiffy.
54. Decorate inexpensive bottles with vintage labels.
55. Make a DIY iPad case with a dollar store find and fabric.
56. Use Mod Podge as a puzzle glue on a dollar store puzzle.
Celebrations/Party
57. Glitter some glasses that are Dishwasher Safe.
58. Add confetti to a champagne bottle for a unique table number/centerpiece.
59. Use a glue gun to make 3-D gem drink stirrers.
60. Add napkins, doilies, and glitter to the back of glass in this dessert plate.
61. Make gift bags for a baby shower, birthday party, or wedding.
62. Make a crown for someone else – or yourself (you know you’ve always wanted one).
DIY Jewelry & Fashion
63. Personalize your sunglasses – two ways.
64. Make this DIY Shrinky Dink pendant necklace.
65. Use Dimensional Magic to make DIY belt buckles that will get you attention.
66. Take hardware store finds and turn them into washer necklaces.
67. Add fabric to sneakers.
68. Make DIY lace earrings (out of lace ribbon!).
69. Transfer images to clay with these image transfer pendants.
70. Add fabric to your denim for some cool DIY patchwork jeans.
Summer & Garden
71. Create a DIY beanbag toss with terra cotta pot trays.
72. Use colorful images to create this unique butterfly terrarium.
73. Turn the lids of mason jars into DIY garden stakes (free printable too!).
74. Seal painted rocks with Mod Podge Outdoor.
75. Learn how to cover pots with fabric and Mod Podge the easy way.
Kids Crafts
76. These bottle cap necklaces are a perfect summer boredom idea.
77. Make this Mod Pod Podge slime recipe.
78. Recycle ice cream sticks and turn them into a washi tape frame.
79. Create your own DIY window clings.
80. Kids will love this egg carton art.
Fall & Halloween
81. Preserve leaves with Mod Podge.
82. Make a DIY leaf bowl with Stiffy.
83. Decorate no-carve confetti pumpkins.
84. Use one sheet of scrapbook paper to make a simple fall sign.
85. Capture this cute cheesecloth ghost with Mod Podge Stiffy.
86. Create a cupcake liner Halloween wreath.
87. Make mummy Halloween luminaries with kids.
88. Recycle pill bottles into Halloween potion bottles (with free printables!).
89. Cover a Dollar Tree wood pumpkin with a napkin.
90. Try these handprint Halloween crafts for toddlers.
Christmas & Holiday
91. Make a handprint ornament with your kids.
92. Turn old Christmas cards into magnets.
93. Make DIY Christmas tree decor from boxes.
94. Make your own fancy gift wrap.
95. Make Mod Podge photo Christmas ornaments.
96. Take your vacation memories and turn them into DIY glittery seashell ornaments.
97. Make a big ol’ advent calendar using canvas and boxes.
98. Decorate lights in this glittered snowball DIY Christmas lights project.
99. Make a very easy Christmas wreath with kids.
100. Decorate a mason jar like Santa for a last minute gift idea.
101. Create beautiful winter decor with these winter scene vases.
There are so many Mod Podge uses – these are just a start. Let me know your favorite uses in the comments! What do you love to do with your Podge?
I am interested to know if it is possible to Mod Podge printed paper to a burlap flag?
I would like to mod podge a yarn basket that is made with cotton yarn and acrylic yarn, do I thin out the mod podge?
No, you don’t need to thin in out. Unless for some reason it’s particularly thick? I usually just dip my brush in. Keep in mind the Mod Podge will make the yarn crusty and stiff. You might want to do a test first to make sure you are okay with the texture.
I am doing a surprise 40th picture collage on a trifold foam poster board. All of the pictures are a glossy print. Can I use the glossy Modge Podge over top of the glossy pictures to seal it?
Thank you!!
Hi Christi! If the pictures have a glossy finish on top, that’s already the sealer. I wouldn’t put Mod Podge on top. It doesn’t work well with other coatings all the time. It’s hard to say given that all those photo papers etc. have different coatings. You can do a test on a corner if you really want it to be sealed but I just think it’s going to put brushstrokes on your photos and you don’t really need it.
I want to preserve a real photo cookie of my aunt who passed away. Can I mod podge it?
Hmmm – Mod Podge isn’t going to work! I wonder if you can preserve it in resin? I would google how to preserve food!
I have an antique piece of furniture that has wording on it that is peeling off and I was wondering if mod lodge would be good to keep the label from further peeling ? Thank you
Hi Julie! Yes, it would probably work! Be careful getting excess Mod Podge around the wording. You will be able to see it if it squeezes out and dries. Maybe use a small brush to apply the Mod Podge to the wording and smooth down.
Can I add a hint of color? Like Hunter Green?
What would the result be? Love, Love this product. I’m ill and could never use the smelly, mix or sprays. Mod Podge has given me the chance to Craft, give back and have some fun.
Grandma2-1
Yes you can add add some paint to color it! Check out this post: https://modpodgerocksblog.com/how-to-color-glass/
I have been cutting tshirts that are the history of our marriage and family. I was scrolling through this site and an idea popped into my head. Instead of making a quilt, because I’m trying to learn to sew, why can’t I buy a flat sheet and use fabric modge to put the pieces on that? I could still make it “quilt-like?” What do you think!!!
Hi Julie! Yes, you could do this . . . not sure if you’ll get the effect you’re looking for though and to glue large pieces of tshirt to thin fabric might make the whole thing stiff! Honestly I’d do this: https://www.projectrepat.com/ I’ve done it before and loved the results.
Hi there! I was wondering if I could use mod podge on a hard taco shell to turn it into a taco prop for a kids acting class? I want to make the taco look real and withstand the little hands holding it and using it for a prop(not for eating!)
Hi can you please let me know if you can use mod podge to seal diamond art pictures and keyrings thankyou
Check out this video Louise – it answers your question: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eg3G-W41_Ug
Hello! Your blog is very helpful. I am wanting to put a large map onto foamboard, so that I can eventually use push pins on it. Would Mod podge work for attaching the map to the foamboard?
Hi Rachel! Yes it would! But two things. 1) you should use a brayer or roller to smooth because map paper is thin, and it can easily wrinkle. See how a poster was attached to a canvas here: https://modpodgerocksblog.com/poster-on-canvas/
The process wouldn’t be much different. Yes, technically you’d probably want to use water to do it as well.
Having said that, since you are simply attaching paper to a foamboard and not technically doing layered decoupage, you could just use spray adhesive like Super 77. It will work just as well and be easier 🙂