Mod Podge Photo Transfer Ideas You’ll Love

ByAmy on

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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2
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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3
image transfer to canvas
Transfer a Photo 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
Mod Podge Photo Transfer with Inkjet
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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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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7
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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8
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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9
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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10
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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11
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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12
DIY photo pillows
DIY Photo Pillows
Learn how to make a photo pillow perfect for personalized gifts or home decor.
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13
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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14
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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15
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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16
Transfer a photo to a wood block
Photo Block
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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17
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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18
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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19
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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20
DIY keychain with a Mod Podge photo transfer image
DIY Picture 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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21
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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22
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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23
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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24
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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25
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:

I've been crafting for over 40 years! Professional writer with blogs, books, and a product line. I can teach you how to make just about anything.

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35 Comments

  1. I just want to scream!!!!! I want to do EVERYTHING.!!!! Please,111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 why didn’t I know about all of the cool stuff to do w/ ModPodge earlier????

  2. I just wanted to stop and thank you for the chance to win the giveaway!! Thanks for posting the fabulous projects!

    Hugs,

    Carmen Lucero
    cal8007 at aol dot com

  3. I love all these different creative ideas! I would be happy to win ANY Mod Podge products, but one thing I haven’t tried is the Glow In The Dark Mod Podge.

  5. I love Mod Podge & would be happy to receive any of the products available. You can never have enough Mod Podge! Thanks for the chance to win!!

  7. I love your blog and I love Mod Podge! This would be a fantastic giveaway to win–thank you!

  8. I would be happy with receiving any Mod Podge product in this giveaway. I use Mod Podge so anything in the giveaway would be useful to me.
    Thanks for all the inspiration today. There was loads of it and I would really like to Mod Podge a photo onto something but it is one thing I haven’t done it.

  9. There are so many Mod Podge products to choose from. I want to try them all!!!!! Thank you for this giveaway

  10. Oh my gosh! So many ideas I don’t even know where to start. Thanks for compiling this awesome list!

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