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Mod Podge Amy

My name is Amy Anderson and I’m a crafting and Mod Podge (and decoupage) expert. I’m a two time craft book author and product line maker. I have been a creator for over forty years.

I’ve been creative since I was little. I always had to take art classes, and I remember being the youngest person by far at sewing camp when I was 10. I hated sewing camp.

At the time, I didn’t appreciate the gift that my parents were giving me – but these days I am very thankful. No only do I have a lot of crafty skills, but now I’m blogging about crafting as my full-time job. And it’s the best job ever.

I started Mod Podge Rocks in 2008 because I wanted a place that I could share learning to decoupage with the world.

It all began because I love to craft, and I liked the Mod Podge label. Pink and orange is my jam. Plus I’ve worked at a craft company . . . it all just fit.

My other blog is DIY Candy.

You can see my professional resume here. Here are 10 things about me that you should know.

  1. I live in the Portland, Oregon area. I’ve lived all over the country but west is best for me.
  2. I’m a published author and I’ve written two books.
  3. I love crafting, but I also love cars, frozen yogurt, and outdoor activities.
  4. I have an undergrad degree in Forestry, an MBA in Business and have had 10 jobs since I graduated from college (commitment issues anyone?)
  5. The color orange is my favorite. Blue is a close second. I love bright colors.
  6. My favorite movie of all time is Star Wars.
  7. I constantly battle a sugar and coffee addiction – I love candy and lattes.
  8. I have a fear of flying but I do it anyway.
  9. The most appealing thing in the world is a good sense of humor.
  10. I seem to work best when things are chaotic and I have a ton to do.

Take a peek at some of my select appearances on the internet and in print – these aren’t all of them, but are great examples.

AWARDS

CONTRIBUTOR

  • eBay DIY/Craft Curator, 2014 – 2018
  • HP Create, 2012 – 2015
  • Pinterest Holiday 2013 Gift Guide for Crafters
  • Babble.com Crafts and Activities, weekly 2011 – 2013

SELECT FEATURES

INTERVIEWS

  • ABC News, Popular Craft Bloggers Share Secrets of Success, February 2015
  • HelloInterview: Meet Amy Anderson of Mod Podge Rocks, November 2013
  • Country Woman Magazine, Blog and Crafter Spotlight, October 2012
  • Think Crafts, Featured Crafter: Mod Podge Rocks, October 2011
  • Where Women Create, Fabulous Friday with Amy Anderson, April 2011
  • Blog Guidebook, June 3rd Spotlight with Amy Anderson, June 2010
  • Mom Inc Daily, A Creative Life: Amy of Mod Podge Rocks, January 2010

PUBLICATIONS

  • DIY Home Decor: 11 Paper Craft Decorating Ideas for Your Home, May 2016
  • Mollie Makes, June 2014
  • Better Homes and Gardens Do-It-Yourself magazine, On Our Radar, Spring 2013
  • Kids Crafts 1-2-3, Lucky Plaque, Spring 2013
  • Lowe’s Creative Ideas, Hello Frame, Winter 2013
  • Woman’s Day, Step Up the Style, November 2012
  • Singapore Home & Decor, Do-It-Yourself Site, June 2011
  • Flea Market Gardens, Decoupage Delight, Spring 2011

ARTICLES

  • Interior Collective, DIY Abstract Art, November 2013
  • Interior Collective, Runway to Room: Aztec Prints, November 2013
  • WhattoExpect.com, Tips for Crafting with Children, October 2012
  • Etsy.com, How-To Tuesday, October 2012
  • Fox News Magazine, Guide to Mod Podge, August 2012

BOOK BUZZ

  • Amazon.com, Top 10 Craft Books of 2012
  • Blog Critics, Mod Podge Rocks book review, June 2012
  • Cut Out + Keep, Mod Podge Rocks book review

SPEAKER

  • Haven Conference, August 2016
  • Click Retreat, September 2013
  • SNAP Conference, April 2012

TELEVISION

  • Good Mornings Atlanta, February 2013

“Mod Podge Rocks” is a United States registered trademark owned by Amy Anderson Crafts, LLC. You can reach me by email at amy(at)modpodgerocksblog.com or hello(at)amyandersoncrafts.com.

Clancey

Wednesday 17th of March 2021

Hi Amy. I am trying to put a picture in the middle of my plastic pot. I painted the pot with black acrylic paint and let it dry then I put Mod Podge HardCoat and placed my picture and brushed over the picture to smooth it out at one point the black paint ran into my picture!!! I then covered the whole pot with mod podge hard coat and let it dry then I used Decoart Duraclear Matte Varnish several times. However as soon as the pot got wet the solutions ran and picture got wet. What am I doing wrong? Do I seal the paint before Mod posing? What shall I use to seal it properly?

Ruth

Thursday 25th of February 2021

Can you use mod podge on plexiglass? I saw a lady use a little mixed with a few drops of food dye and then paint it on a plastic ball to give it a red tint. I was wondering if it would eventually flake off? I’d like to tint a sheet of plexiglass to use in my kid’s room but wanted to make sure it would not peel off.

Amy

Friday 26th of February 2021

Hi Ruth! Unfortunately it might not work. A lot of acrylic products peel right off of plexi. I wish I could give you an exact answer, but you have to do a test with your piece of plexi, because the composition of plexi is different. Some is more clear, some is more like a resin. If you have Mod Podge, I'd try it in a corner and see. You'll know if it works if you can peel it right off when dry. Good luck!