DIY Cork Boards from IKEA Trivets

Use fabric and Mod Podge to turn inexpensive IKEA trivets into DIY cork boards! This is an easy, fast way to display notes, pictures, and ideas on your wall.

Skills Required: Beginner. You’ll be using Mod Podge to attach fabric to cork, then hanging these with adhesive strips (or anything you think).

Have you ever stared at your walls, thinking they could use a bit of pizzazz – something more than just another picture frame or a poster? Well, brace yourself for a crafty revolution because we’re turning some cork rounds into the coolest kid on the block.

Say goodbye to the days of cork boards that take a long time to make, and hello to a DIY project that’s not just easy but quick. I’m going to show you how to make your own DIY cork boards using nothing more than IKEA trivets, a sprinkle of creativity, and a dose of Mod Podge.

This isn’t just any craft project; it’s your ticket to adding a dash of personal flair to any room without breaking the bank or, more importantly, the walls.

Whether it’s for pinning up photos in your dorm, organizing bills in your office, or displaying recipes in your kitchen, these aren’t just any cork boards – they’re customized with fabric, tailored by you, for you.

And the best part? You’re making them from cork IKEA trivets. Yes, those things you thought were just for protecting your table from hot dishes are about to become the base of your next favorite craft project.

This project doesn’t require the skills of a seasoned artist. It’s all about having fun, getting (very slightly) messy, and creating something that’s uniquely yours. Paint those trivets, slap on some fabric, cut, glue, and voilà – you’ve got yourself a cork board that’s not just functional but also a reflection of your fabulous self.

So, why settle for mundane when you can have extraordinary? Why opt for plain when you can make your space pop with personality? This tutorial is your invitation to roll up those sleeves, unleash your inner craftsperson, and dive into a project that’s guaranteed to bring a smile to your face every time you see it.

Because let’s be honest, in a world of endless Zoom calls and emails, we could all use a little more color and joy in our lives. Let’s get crafting! Here’s what you’re going to need to decorate a cork board.

PS: This would also be an easy back-to-school craft to update your child’s homework area, too. Teens can make these themselves.

Gather These Supplies

• Round cork trivets – “Heat” at IKEA
• White craft paint
• Fabric (I used 3 different coordinating)
• Mod Podge Satin
• Balsa wood or wood popsicle sticks
• Strong adhesive glue (E-6000 or super glue)
• Picture hanging strips
• Paintbrushes
• Scissors

Tips and Thoughts for This Project

The reason for painting the cork circle with white paint is because Mod Podge makes fabric a little bit transparent. If you are using lighter colored fabrics, you don’t want the brown showing through. So paint the background!

The picture hanging strips will not securely stick to the cork (or freshly painted surfaces), so you need to put something on the back of the cork to attach the strips. I used scrap pieces of thin balsa wood for this step, but popsicle sticks could work here, too.

I used two sets of adhesive strips for each cork board. Press each memo board against the wall or door until the strips latch with each other.

I decided to hang the cork boards in a cluster on one smaller wall. I love how this gives an often unused area of the room a purpose.

I’m so glad I saw these cork trivets . . . decorating them was a simple way to update my home office. Who doesn’t love organization that is both functional and cute?

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What did you think of this idea? Let me know in the comments! Do you want to see some other IKEA item makeovers? You’re going to love these ideas:

• Fabric Lined Drawers with Mod Podge
• How to Paint Stripes (Perfectly, Every Time!)
• Decoupage Bookcase with Fabric
• Cork Board Jewelry Organizer with Fabric