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Mod Podge Photo Transfer Ideas You’ll Love

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One of the most loved ways to decoupage is to do a Mod Podge photo transfer – here are over 25 ideas to get you inspired, from fashion to home decor!

Skills Required: Advanced Beginner. A photo transfer to wood takes some knowledge of how to apply mediums as well as a little bit of practice.

Mod Podge photo transfer ideas

I waited far too long to do a Mod Podge photo transfer. Because they are, in my humble opinion, one of the coolest Mod Podge crafts ever!

When I set out to find some cool Mod Podge photo transfer ideas, I didn’t know what I would find.

I only wanted to round up 20 . . . and as you can see, there were so many great ideas that I had to pull even more together.

You aren’t going to believe what you can do with Mod Podge when it comes to transferring images! Check out these great craft ideas.

PS – A lot of these use Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium. If you’re looking for an easy way to do a transfer, this is your ticket.

If you are going to attempt a photo transfer with the medium, you definitely need to check out my top five tips for using Mod Podge photo transfer medium.

These are my most important tips and tricks that I can’t live without.

Are you ready to grab the ideas? Scroll down and check them out – then let me know your favorites in the comments!

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photo transfer to wood
Photo Transfer to Wood
Learn how to transfer photos to wood in three simple steps! All you need is your favorite image and a medium.
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Use transfer medium to do a Mod Podge photo transfer to fabric. This vintage pillow project is so easy and the results are pretty!
Photo Transfer to Fabric
Learn how to transfer images to fabric using Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium! You'll love the results.
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A photo transfer to canvas gives your photo and your project a slightly vintage feel - it's a beautiful twist on a traditional decoupage craft!
Photo Transfer to Canvas
Learn how to do an image transfer to canvas using Mod Podge photo transfer medium.
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4
image transfer on metal
Photo Transfer to Metal
Explore the creative process of pictures transferred to metal! Follow our easy, step-by-step guide to transform your favorite photos into beautiful and lasting metal keepsakes.
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5
Inkjet transfer of a photo
Inkjet Photo Transfer to Wood
This inkjet photo transfer to wood is easy with Mod Podge and regular school glue. Do it in five simple steps!
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Do you have a photo you'd like to display? Try a Mod Podge photo transfer to a wood block. You won't believe how easy it is!
Mod Podge Photo Transfer to a Wood Block
Pick your favorite family image and transfer it onto a wood plaque with Mod Podge.
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helloglow.co
DIY Shoes with Photo Transfer
A plain pair of shoes gets a new lease on life by transferring a floral fabric print to the toes.
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Vintage Mod Podge Photo Transfer to Glass Vases
Mod Podge Photo Transfer to Glass Vases
Are you wondering how to transfer photos to glass? You're going to use the decal method I outline in this post. It takes some practice but the results are cool (and the clings are reusable!).
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Photo Transfer Pallet Picture Frame
Pallet Picture Frame and a Photo Transfer
Learn how to make a pallet picture frame with Mod Podge photo transfer medium! This is perfect for farmhouse or rustic decor.
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wednesdaycustomdesign.com
Vintage Wooden Table Numbers
Label your tables at a wedding or party with these cute little wood slices with the numbers transferred on top. Wouldn't these be amazing for a wedding?
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11
Are you looking for a unique polymer clay jewelry idea using Mod Podge Dimensional Magic? These pendants are perfect for yourself or for gifts!
Image Transfer Pendants
Use photo transfer and Dimensional Magic to make cool chevron patterned necklaces. The process is really easy and fun.
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Graphic photo transfer coasters with Mod Podge
shanty-2-chic.com
DIY Image Transfer Coasters
Choose your favorite graphic images or printables and transfer them to the fronts of coasters using this easy method.
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DIY photo pillows
DIY Photo Pillows
Learn how to make a photo pillow perfect for personalized gifts or home decor.
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image transfer to a wood table top with Mod Podge photo transfer medium
French Vintage Inspired Table
Revamp an old end table or plant stand by painting it and then adding a vintage graphic to the top. This project is so easy!
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sprinklesomefun.com
Wood Photo Transfer to a Plaque
Any image can be transferred to wood and put on display with Mod Podge photo transfer medium. Get your wood plaque at the craft store – it's really easy to do.
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DIY Dish Towel Gifts - Great for Neighbors
plaidonline.com
Photo Transferred and Altered Dish Towels and Oven Mitt
Transfer your favorite scrapbook patterns to dish towels for the perfect hostess gifts! These are so cute for the holidays.
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Transfer a photo to a wood block
DIY Photo Block with an Image Transfer
Get your Instagrams off your phone and transfer them to all sides of a wood square block that you can put on display.
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classyclutter.net
DIY Rustic Airplane Valance
This designer inspired DIY wood valance uses wood planks and a cool airplane graphic – but you can transfer any image or photo to your valance.
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DIY Mod Podge Photo Transfer Pet Pillows
plaidonline.com
DIY Mod Podge Photo Transfer Pet Pillows
Show the love for your four-legged friends by creating a fun throw pillow using Mod Podge Photo Transfer!
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Decorate a bag with your favorite scrapbook paper AND make it washable using this image transfer technique! It's easy with Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium.
Transfer Paper to Fabric
If there is a pretty piece of scrapbook paper you like and you want to adhere it to fabric, you can! Learn how to do it with this tutorial.
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21
DIY keychain with a Mod Podge photo transfer image
DIY Photo Keychain
Create a photo keychain that comes together in a matter of minutes (excluding dry time). This is a perfect gift for Mother’s Day!
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22
Faux Vintage Hanger Tutorial
matsutakeblog.blogspot.com
Faux Vintage Hanger Tutorial
Decorate wood hangers with vintage style typography and graphics – and Katie's infamous photo transfer technique using Mod Podge.
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www.thehandmadehome.net
How to Make a Photo Puzzle
You can use images and wood to make a double sided puzzle that your children will love. Wouldn’t this make a cute gift idea?
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Photo Transfer Technique on a Baby Onesie
Cathie Filian
Photo Transfer Technique on a Baby Onesie
Plain baby onesies are fine – but they aren't nearly as fun as ones with graphics photo transferred to the front. Wouldn't this make an awesome gift for a baby shower? You have so many options for personalization!
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Photo Transfer Halloween Table Runner
plaidonline.com
Halloween Table Runner
Any table runner can be made that much better with the addition of vintage graphics. This particular runner is awesome because it's Halloween themed – my favorite!
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Use Mod Podge photo transfer medium to create these awesome Mod Podge photo transfer Christmas napkins - complete with a vintage holiday graphic!
DIY Christmas Napkins with a Vintage Look
Use Mod Podge photo transfer medium to create these awesome Christmas napkins – complete with a vintage holiday graphic!
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Are you ready for your bonus video? Get the skinny on using both the clear photo transfer medium and the standard photo transfer medium – with tips and tricks from Cathie and Steve! Just press play on the video in this post.

Have you ever tried photo transfer crafts? I’d love to know – just leave a comment! plus check out these other posts:

Linda Canez

Saturday 12th of November 2022

This is my first time trying mod podge transferring thank you for the tutorials

Amy

Saturday 26th of November 2022

My pleasure!

Susan Smith

Sunday 12th of December 2021

So excited to try some of these.

Amy

Sunday 12th of December 2021

Glad you like them Susan!!

Crystal~Fine Art Mom

Sunday 9th of March 2014

I've just discovered Mod Podge and I'm in love. Planning a future project using the photo transfer medium - can't wait!!

lirije

Sunday 16th of February 2014

i attempted my first photo transfer project and have done it wrong already. I modpodged the wrong side of the photo..put it on the glass piece i selected and realized after it was the wrong side. can this be salvaged?

Amy

Sunday 16th of February 2014

Hi lirije! Can you try to soak the glass and get it off? You'll need a new photo to repeat the process . . . but I'm hoping that soaking the glass will get it off.

Steph

Tuesday 24th of September 2013

Love the ideas! Especially the one with the little table, gotta do this sometime myself... just created a canvas with Mod podge, acrylic paint, silhouettes and old book pages ... check out my blog!