Fabric Lined Drawers with Mod Podge

Use Mod Podge and your favorite fabric pattern to create these DIY fabric lined drawers – I love the surprise every time you open one!

I’m so excited to share with you my newest Mod Podge project: fabric lined drawers!

It’s funny – this desk makeover actually started back in November when I first painted it. I always knew I wanted to do something decoupage related on the inside of the drawer, but wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do.

I recently got a bottle of Fabric Mod Podge and started thinking of things to do with it, and I came up with a few ideas related to furniture.

Then I went to JoAnn Fabrics and found some amazing coastal themed fabrics. As soon as I saw the fabric with the octopus, I knew EXACTLY what I wanted to do with it. Time for some DIY beach decor!

I just needed to see if the hubby was on the same page. I showed him my idea. BUT he thought some people might think the octopus looks like an alien creature (I think he mentioned the one from Independence Day).

I know not everyone will love it, but at least everyone can get an idea of how to make their drawers over and customize it to any pattern they like.

But I do think the octopus pattern is AWESOME. I have a couple more projects I plan on doing with it too. Here’s what you’re going to need:

Gather These Supplies

• Fabric Mod Podge
• Fabric
• Foam brush
• Scissors
• Mod Podge brayer
• Pencil

You don’t *have* to use the fabric formula of Mod Podge for this project. It just happens to be quite durable. You can use regular Mod Podge, or if the drawer is going to get a lot of wear and tear, use Hard Coat.

I think this turned out really cool and the colors of the octopus really “POP” against the blue on the desk. It will be a fun surprise every time I open my desk.

Next I need to make a couple storage containers for the inside of the desk. I’ll keep you posted on those!!

Gotta keep organized.

I hope you enjoyed this fabric lined drawers tutorial as much as I did. The desk is finally finished! Another project checked off my to-to list!

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How to Line Drawers with Fabric

Learn how to line a drawer with fabric, using Mod Podge. This is such a unique home decor project.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Active Time1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Dry Time3 hours hrs

Total Time4 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Yield: 1 drawer

Cost: $5

Equipment

• Brayer
• Pencil
• Paintbrush(es)
• Scissors

Materials

• Mod Podge Fabric
• Fabric

Instructions

• Clean out the drawer completely and wipe it down. Let dry.
  
• Flip your fabric upside down and place it in the drawer. Use a pencil to trace out the shape of the drawer on the back of the fabric.
  
• Cut out the fabric and place it back into the drawer to make sure that it fits. If it doesn’t, trim further until it fits exactly.
• Add a little Mod Podge at a time, then place the fabric on top – working your way across the entire drawer. Use your hands to smooth out any bubbles; if you have a brayer, that is preferable. Let the Mod Podge dry for 2 hours before the next step.
  
• Add a coat of Mod Podge to the top of the fabric. Let dry overnight before using.
  

It’s truly amazing all the things you can do with a bottle of Mod Podge. I have a couple more fabric projects that I plan on posting soon.

Stay tuned . . .

Wanna’ keep up with all my craftiness, follow me! You can also check out some of my other related and furniture projects below:

• Make a DIY Desk Organizer on a Budget
• IKEA Furniture Makeover with Mod Podge and Fabric
• Glitter Lined Envelopes for a Sparkly Celebration
• DIY Desk Organizer from Recycled Materials
• Cork Board Jewelry Organizer with Fabric