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Over 75 Decoupage Ideas You’ll HAVE to Try!

Get started on your decoupage journey with over 75 unique decoupage ideas! Grab a bottle of Mod Podge and start making. These are perfect for beginning crafters.

Decoupage Ideas for Adults

Imagine a world where your creativity knows no bounds, a place where every ordinary object holds the potential to become a masterpiece with just a touch of Mod Podge.

Welcome to our latest exploration: a treasure trove of over 75 decoupage ideas that promise to transform everyday items and surfaces into the magnificent.

Decoupage, the art of decorating objects with paper cutouts, is not just a craft; it’s a doorway to expressing your unique style and personality.

Whether you’re an experienced crafter or a curious beginner, the magic of Mod Podge offers endless possibilities to breathe new life into various surfaces, from wood and glass to metal and fabric. And the best part? It’s easier than you think!

In this post, we’re diving into a collection of decoupage crafts that are as cute as they are simple. Forget the intimidation of starting something new; these ideas are handpicked to ensure everyone, regardless of skill level, can join in on the fun.

From whimsical wall art and personalized gift ideas to upcycled home decor and pretty jewelry, we’ve got something for everyone.

So, grab your Mod Podge, gather your favorite papers and fabrics, and get ready to embark on a crafting journey that promises not just beautiful outcomes but also the joy of creation. Who knows? You might just discover your next favorite hobby.

Tips for Decoupage Crafts

Before we jump into the projects, I wanted to talk a little bit about decoupage. I also want to answer a few questions I typically get when discussing the craft with those who don’t have a lot of experience.

These FAQs should help you learn what to expect with decoupage. It’s an inexpensive craft for adults that you’re really going to fall in love with once you get started; I promise!

Decoupage crafts you're going to love

What objects can you decoupage?

You’ll see from the projects in this post that just about every surface can be decoupaged! Surfaces include wood, paper, fabric, glass, metal, tin, papier-mâché, terra cotta, MDF, and more.

The only surface that really presents an issue is plastic, or other surfaces that are extremely slick (and possibly have a coating, like some metals). Sometimes these surfaces resist acrylic products like craft paint and Mod Podge.

There are some options for decoupage on plastic, including keying up the surface with sandpaper or spray painting with plastic friendly spray paint first.

Decoupage on Wood

You’ll see a lot of decoupage ideas on wood in the list of projects, because that’s my favorite surface to use! I highly recommend starting with those, and in particular focusing on smaller items like frames and birdhouses to start.

Many craft stores have inexpensive wood surfaces for $1 – $2. If you’re just starting out, grab a wood surface along with a piece of scrap paper and start there. That way you’ll get the hang of it before attempting something more “serious.”

Re-Doing Furniture

There are a lot of decoupage ideas with furniture, and they are some of my favorites. You’ll see a few here, but I also wanted to make you aware of these dressers and tables you’ll eventually want to try. Furniture is so fun to re-do with decoupage medium!

What is the difference between decoupage and Mod Podge?

Absolutely! Decoupage is an art and a craft. Mod Podge is a brand of decoupage glue made by Plaid Enterprises, and it’s also called decoupage medium. There are several brands of decoupage mediums, and various formulas typically within those brands.

What is the best material to use for decoupage?

I’ve seen people use all sorts of things from gum wrappers to tin foil. I find myself using paper (including paper napkins) and fabric 99% of the time. But you’ll

What is the best glue for decoupage?

I might be a little biased, but I would always recommend Mod Podge. However, I’m always honest with my readers if there’s another product that I feel would work better to accomplish a certain task.


Are you ready to jump into the decoupage ideas? Check them out below!

1
wood slice coasters
Wood Slice Coasters
Decorate wood slices with napkins, then turn them into waterproof coasters by adding resin on top! This is a fun and unique project.
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2
Paper Napkin Decoupage on a Wood Frame
Decorate a Frame with a Paper Napkin
Learn how to decoupage a paper napkin to a wood frame with using the iron on method and Mod Podge.
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3
DIY-flower-pot-made-with-Mod-Podge
DIY Flower Pot
Learn how to decoupage a flower pot with fabric and Mod Podge.
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4
DIY book safe
DIY Book Safe
Learn how to make a book safe the easiest way possible, with Mod Podge.
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5
Decoupage Wood Trees with Book Pages
Book Page Wood Trees
Transform wood trees into sparkly decor by Mod Podging them with painted book pages! These shimmering creations make an ideal addition to your mantel or table display.
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6
How to Make a DIY Photo Collage with Mod Podge
Photo Collage
Learn how to make a wall photo collage with Mod Podge! The entire project costs just under $20.
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7
DIY leaf pendant
Pressed Leaf Pendants
Learn how to make pressed leaf pendants with real dried leaves! You can make beautiful jewelry with this simple to follow tutorial.
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8
DIY photo magnets
Photo Magnets
Learn how to make easy personalized fridge magnets using photos you'll print yourself! This is an easy and inexpensive gift to make.
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9
Making paper beads
Paper Beads
Learn how to make paper bead jewelry the easy way, with simple craft supplies.
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10
Make a Faux Leather Frame (With Paper Bags!)
Learn how to make a paper bag leather frame using Mod Podge and other basic materials. You can use this unique treatment on walls and even floors!
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11
Map clock feature image
How to Make a Map Clock
If you want to decoupage with maps, you’ll love this map clock! It’s very easy to make with a few simple supplies.
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12
DIY desk organizer
DIY Desk Organizer
Make a desk organizer using recycled materials, and customize it any way you like using this tutorial.
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13
Decorate a Wood Crate with Mod Podge
How to Decorate a Wood Crate
Use adhesive stencils and scrapbook paper to decorate a wood crate – perfect for holding books, craft supplies or anything else you need to store.
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14
This lampshade makeover project takes less than 30 minutes and it’s incredibly easy to do! Use your favorite fabric along with Mod Podge.
How to Cover a Lampshade
Learn how to cover a lampshade with fabric and Mod Podge! This is such an easy home decor project.
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15
Scrapbook paper applied to the top of wood with Mod Podge
Scrapbook Paper Wall Art
Use cool scrapbook paper and cut pieces of wood to make fabulous DIY wall art in minutes. So easy and looks great on the mantel!
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16
Decoupage suitcase
Fabric Covered Suitcase
Learn how to cover a suitcase with fabric in this budget friendly decoupage project.
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17
homemade mouse pad
DIY Mouse Pad
Learn how to make a mouse pad using a cork circle. This craft is inexpensive and really easy – and you probably have the supplies on hand.
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18
Magazine collage art
Magazine Collage
Learn how to make a collage with magazines on canvas! This magazine collage art is easy enough for anyone to make, and it can be personalized.
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19
Colorful Handmade Bangles
Decorate Bangle Bracelets
Learn how to DIY bracelets from wooden bangle bases! Decorating is easy to do with fun paint colors, paper, and embellishments.
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20
DIY photo coasters stacked and tied with a ribbon
Make Photo Coasters
Learn how to make coasters using pictures, tiles, and Mod Podge! These tile coasters make a great gift idea.
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21
Decorate a Wood Crate with Mod Podge
Decorate a Wood Crate
Use adhesive stencils and scrapbook paper to decorate a wood crate – perfect for holding books, craft supplies or anything else you need to store.
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22
transfer photo to canvas mod podge
Mod Podge Image to Canvas
Learn how to transfer an image to canvas using decoupage medium. Create your own wall art with any printed image.
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23
diy ceramic coasters
DIY Tile Coasters
Learn to make coasters out of tiles, Mod Podge, your favorite images, and resin. Easy, fun, and perfect for gifts or home decor!
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24
handmade notebook ideas
DIY Notebook
Learn how to decorate a notebook with scrapbook paper, Mod Podge, and other embellishments. Makes a great gift!
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25
diy fabric covered sneakers
Cover Shoes in Fabric
Learn how to cover shoes in fabric with leftover scraps! This is an easy fashion project for adults and beginning crafters.
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26
Maybe you need table decorations for a party or wedding on a budget? Mason jar centerpieces are a great idea - this one uses sheet music and Mod Podge.
Sheet Music Mason Jar
Make a mason jar table decoration using sheet music and some other simple supplies. Perfect for party or wedding.
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27
map chair
Map Chair
This map chair will be such a beautiful addition to your home! Use maps of your favorite places.
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28
Wood box from Michaels covered in pattern pieces and decoupage medium
Cover a Box with Vintage Sewing Patterns
I love covering everything I can in old pattern pieces – so I decorated a gift for a friend: a decoupage box! It was VERY easy!
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29
Mod Podge coasters made with comic book pages and outlet covers
DIY Comic Coasters
These DIY coasters are really easy to make with comic books and supplies from the hardware store!
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30
Colorful end table makeover with paint, scrapbook paper, and Mod Podge
Colorful End Table Makeover
This colorful end table makeover is one that you MUST try! It’s so easy and completely changes a room with little effort.
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31
Not sure where to put your phone while it's charging? Make a cell phone holder from a lotion bottle using Mod Podge, and keep it near the plug.
DIY Cell Phone Holder
Learn how to make a cell phone holder out of a lotion bottle, and decorate with Mod Podge and fabric.
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32
Decorating wine bottles with Mod Podge and tissue paper
Mod Podge Wine Bottles
Learn how to decorate wine bottles using tissue paper. Add wine bottle lights to turn them into unique lantern decor.
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33
decorate stones with Mod Podge and paper
Decorate Stones
Learn how to Mod Podge on rocks with this simple tutorial! These pretty stones made sweet gifts or garden decor.
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34
Easy Fabric Covered DIY Jewelry Box
Fabric Covered Jewelry Box
Decorate a wood jewelry box using Joel Dewberry fabrics and Mod Podge. I chose bright fabrics and paints to make a statement.
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35
Decorate a Tray Using a Goodwill Find
Decorate a Tray Using a Goodwill Find
Learn to decorate a tray with this simple tutorial! You’re going to love the before and after of this $3 Goodwill find. SO easy to do.
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36
filing cabinet makeover
DIY Filing Cabinet Makeover
Learn how to how to make a filing cabinet look nice with paint, paper, and Mod Podge!
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37
Decorate a memory box with coloring pages
Decorate a Memory Box
Learn how to decorate a memory box using your adult coloring pages and Mod Podge! This DIY project makes a perfect, personalized gift for any occasion.
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38
How to decorate a globe
Vintage Globe Revamp
Learn how to customize a vintage globe with your favorite images from children’s books – this is such a unique home decor project!
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39
Paint these DIY photo blocks any color to fit in with your child's room or nursery and display on a shelf! They also make great personalized gifts.
Photo Blocks
Learn how to make DIY picture blocks use craft paint, photos, and Mod Podge. This is really easy!
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40
Decoupage table top with fabric
Decoupage Tabletop
Learn how to decoupage a table top with fabric and Mod Podge! It's easy, even for beginners.
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41
Decorate a wood step stool with paper and Mod Podge
Decorate a Stool
Make a decorative step stool with Mod Podge and your favorite patterned papers! I'll show you how to do it, with tips and tricks.
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42
These paper-wrapped and paint-dipped candles use the power of Mod Podge to bring some springy life to some boring, dollar store candles.
Paper Wrapped Dollar Store Candles
These paper wrapped and paint-dipped candles use the power of Mod Podge to bring some springy life to some boring, dollar store candles.
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43
diy chip clips
DIY Chip Clips
Make cute and functional clothespin clips that are great for holding chip bags, marking journal pages, or a variety of uses around the house.
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44
Decoupage onto wood
Decoupage On Wood Using Any Printouts
Learn how to decoupage on wood using paper printed on your home printer (including inkjet). I’ll give you all the tips and tricks for a successful project.
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45
DIY no sew patches on a striped tote
No-Sew Tote Decorating
Try this no-sew tote decorating – just use your favorite fabrics to make applique patches! Learn how to make it your own.
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46
love canvas with mod podge
DIY Love Canvas
Create your own canvas with the word "LOVE" on it in scrapbook paper! It's a charming addition to any room in your home.
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47
Give those boring shelves a complete makeover - decoupage fabric with Mod Podge Hard Coat - this is an easy and budget friendly project!
How to Decoupage Fabric Onto Shelves
Give those boring shelves a complete makeover with fun fabric – this is an easy and budget friendly project!
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48
decorate a suitcase
Decorate a Suitcase
Learn how to re-do a suitcase in this simple project! You'll cover your surface with photos using Mod Podge.
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49
DIY Faux Leather Journal
DIY Faux Leather Journal
Learn how to make a DIY faux leather journal cover with simple supplies like Mod Podge and paper bags. This is a great recycled craft.
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50
how to cover a notebook with paper
DIY Notebook Cover
Learn how to cover a notebook with decorative paper and Mod Podge! This is such an easy way to customize.
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51
Cardboard letters
Mod Podge Cardboard Letters
Learn how to Mod Podge cardboard letters for your wall! This is a simple decor project with a big impact.
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52
Modge Podge paper mache
Paper Mache Bowls
Learn how to make paper mache bowls the easy way! You can paint them any colors you like to match your decor. So simple!
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53
tissue paper and mod podge on a frame
Colorful Geometric Frame
This tissue paper decorated frame is perfect for whipping up quickly and adding color to your home. So easy, beginning crafters will enjoy this project.
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54
Mod Podge guitar
Decoupage Guitar
Learn how to decoupage a guitar with fabric and Mod Podge! Make a beautiful instrument the easy way.
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55
Comic Wall Art
Comic Wall Art
Use comic books (or color copies!) and Mod Podge to make this comic book canvas wall art – a great gift for guys or any comic book lover!
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56
Floral Wrapping Paper DIY Coat Rack
DIY Coat Rack with Wrapping Paper
I used a pretty piece of wrapping paper leftover from my birthday to decorate this cute coat rack.
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57
Looking for a way to personalize children's furniture? This kids decoupage chair is easy to make with your favorite colors of paint, paper and Mod Podge.
Chair for Kids with Added Flair
Looking for a way to personalize children’s furniture? This kids chair is easy to make with your favorite colors of paint, paper and decoupage medium.
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58
Mod Podge earrings
Pretty Paper Earrings
Learn how to make earrings using wood circles, Mod Podge, and floral paper! These are easy, even if you’ve never made jewelry before.
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59
Cute recycled pill container DIY
Recycle Pill Bottles into Useful Organizers
If you have a giant purse, I have a solution to losing things in the black hole – recycle pill bottles into organizers! So easy to make.
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60
decoupage napkins on canvas
Napkins on Canvas
Are you wondering how to decoupage napkins on canvas? Learn how to do it with this emoji canvas project. Such a fun idea and very easy!
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61
DIY Magazine Bowl
Magazine Bowl
Learn to make the coolest bowl ever out of a stack of old magazines! You'll love this easy recycled craft idea.
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62
DIY summer door hangers
Summer Door Hanger
Decorate an unfinished wood door hanger with napkins and embellishments in this easy DIY! Looks great with summer decor.
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63
diy catchall tray
DIY Acrylic Catchall Tray
Turn a dollar store find into a trendy DIY acrylic tray with the help of Mod Podge! This organizing project is perfect for beginners.
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64
how to make scrap wooden candle holders
DIY Wooden Candle Holders
Learn how to make wood candle holders using scraps! This DIY project is simple and you can customize it to any style.
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65
How to decorate a mirror frame
Decoupage Mirror Frame with a Pillowcase
Decorate a mirror frame with Mod Podge and your favorite fabric! This mirror is an easy home decor project for beginners.
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66
Decoupage soap
Decoupage Soap
Learn how to decoupage on soap using this unique tutorial! Such a simple project, anyone can do it.
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67
Mod Podge Candles with Tropical Napkins
Cover Candles with Decorative Napkins
Use dollar store supplies to make these pretty candles! We added flair to ours with decorative napkins, making them perfect for parties.
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68
diy dollar store wall decor
Dollar Tree Wall Art Revamp
I made a paper collage on top of old Dollar Tree wall art, and I'm going to show you how easy it is to do for your own walls.
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69
covering a book with fabric
Fabric Covered Books
Learn how to cover books with fabric! It's really easy and these will look great in your home decor.
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70
decorate a wood pallet heart
Wood Pallet Heart
Learn how to make this wood pallet heart decor for Valentine’s Day! This is the perfect easy project for rustic or farmhouse decor.
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71
make-a-watercolor-collage
Watercolor Collage
Learn how to make a collage with watercolors – using a canvas and Mod Podge.
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72
DIY wood scrap art
Wood Scrap Art
Learn how to make scrap wood wall art the easy way! Commemorate with your favorite images.
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73
Decoupage dresser chest of drawers
Decoupage Chest of Drawers
Learn how to decoupage dresser drawers with paper cutouts and Mod Podge.
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74
Mod Podge letter
Decoupage Letters
Use this method to decorate wooden or paper mache letters with decoupage medium. Grab your Mod Podge and get started!
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75
DIY floor cloth
DIY Floor Cloth
Learn how to make a floor cloth using your favorite fabrics and Mod Podge. This is a very durable and inexpensive home decor project.
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76
wrapping paper decoupage
Decoupage with Wrapping Paper
Learn how to decoupage with wrapping paper on a TV tray! Grab a bottle of Mod Podge and get started.
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Which of these decoupage crafts are your favorite – I’d love to hear in the comments! Then take a peek at these other ideas and posts I’d love for you to see:

Kay

Tuesday 7th of November 2023

I have trouble with any product polyurethane, polyacrylic, shellac for a number of reasons. My biggest issue is the first application. If I print and image, the reds/oranges/pinks tend to bleed and it ruined. Is there a way with Modge Podge to seal the image without this happening? Does Modge Podge have a VOC level? I don't like using the products mentioned above.

Catoline

Thursday 30th of March 2023

Is it possible to mod podge a leather desk pad?

Amy

Sunday 2nd of April 2023

Hi Caroline! People have Mod Podged leather with decent results. You might want to rough up the pad a little bit with some sandpaper before Mod Podging it. That seems to help it adhere better.

Gail Gearrin

Tuesday 14th of February 2023

How could I decoupage my laminate countertops? It would look so pretty and I could seal it with something that wouldn't yellow,,.is it possible with napkins or fabric?

Marcia Bihun

Thursday 24th of March 2022

I have an old stool.so I'm going to give it my best... Love your ideas..I'm new at crafting..I'm 72 but I'm bored..thank you.

Amy

Thursday 24th of March 2022

Welcome to crafting Marcia! I hope you will join our Facebook group! Would love to see your creations: https://www.facebook.com/groups/530673913743641

Dashon Stewart

Tuesday 8th of March 2022

What about decorations for binders to put information papers in?