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How to Make Photo Blocks

Learn how to make picture blocks use craft paint, photos, and Mod Podge. This is really easy!
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time2 hours 45 minutes
Dry Time2 hours
Total Time5 hours
Yield: 6 blocks
Cost: $10

Equipment

Materials

  • Black and white photos
  • 6 Wood block(s)
  • Acrylic paint
  • Mod Podge Matte or formula of your choice

Instructions

  • Paint the wood blocks and let dry. Add enough coats to cover the blocks and let dry for several hours.
    Black and white photos, pink painted blocks, and a pair of scissors
  • Cut out the black and white photos with the scissors.
    Black and white photo cut out with a pink block next to it
  • Cut down the middle of each photo so that one half will fit onto each of two blocks.
    Black and white photo cut down the center
  • Apply Mod Podge to the back of the photo and then onto the top of the block. Smooth the photo down onto the block. Repeat with the remaining blocks. Let dry and then trim off the excess.
    You can also cut and add the top and bottom pieces to the other sides of the blocks so that the photo looks like it wraps around the block.
    Applying Mod Podge to the top of the photo on the wood blocks
  • Add a few coats of Mod Podge to the entire block(s) and let dry before displaying.
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