Make photo magnet mosaics.

I have an entire collection of photos from my various social media (including Instagram) that I'm quite sure the world needs to see. Or at least people that come visit me. I found this cute idea at Photojojo - turn your refrigerator into a gallery display using your photos and a bit of Dimensional Magic. I like that idea. Do you think it would be weird if I had an art show on my refrigerator? Me neither.

Make photo magnets at Photojojo

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Dr. Seuss craft - library card frame.

I've had Janel from Nellie Bellie on before with her octopus table revamp, and now she has a new project for you using pages from a Dr. Seuss book that her son loves. So cute, and I'll let her tell you how to do it!

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This is a fun little frame using Mod Podge that you all might be interested in. This little library card frame isn’t something you can really carry with you to school. That would look weird. But reading and libraries go hand in hand with school. Serious now . . .  if you want to raise curious, imaginative, and intelligent kids they need to be readers!! I’m not joking. Gasp . . . I know! Hear me now—make your home a reading home!! And for gosh sakes use your local library to help!! I’ve been taking my kids to the library since . . . well, before they were born. They’ve been raised going regularly. I volunteered BEFORE I was paid staff. And I volunteered even AFTER I left that position. It’s important to me. My kids would check out their books on my card when they were small. And they always wanted their own “credit card” to “pay” for their books. But, I made a rule. They had to learn to read first. My kids learned to read well before 5 years so when the day of their 5th birthday (the age for a card) we headed up to the library and got their first library card. And celebrated with ice cream and books! And I kept that first library card. And framed it. Look at that signature . . . oh, so cute. Isn’t that special. Here is the quick rundown so you can have your own . . .

1. Gather a frame . . .

2. Using Mod Podge cover the frame with your child’s favorite book. You probably don’t want to use one they are actually reading. They might not like that! Levi learned how to read with Dr. Seuss, they are special to us. You can use an old, broken book or make color copies.

3. Use hot glue to add ribbon to your edges. (I also added a pretty bow to the front.)

4. Hot glue the library card to cardstock. I added lettering to say I can READ to mine . . . for fun. Then, just put that card where your picture should be. You’re done.

This sweet frame sits in my living room. On my children’s desk. Oh, I didn’t show you that? Here you go . . .

Please follow Janel on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!

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Polaroid image transfer shirt.

Did you know that Mod Podge has a photo transfer medium? I'm going to be doing a project soon that uses it and feature it on the ol' blog, but until that time I'm going to share projects from other lovely folks who have used it. Stacie is always up for a good Mod Podge project, and this time is no exception. She used the photo medium to transfer a Polaroid image to a Goodwill shirt - and I like it because 1) it's cute and 2) it looks better than the Anthropologie shirt she was inspired by. Don't you love it when you see something, are inspired and then what you make turns out even better? Visit Stacie to see how she did it.

DIY Anthropologie inspired photo transfer shirt at Stars for Streetlights

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Geometric photo mosaic.

Here's an interesting thought - to display a photo, you don't necessarily need the whole photo. That is the jist of this crafty idea from Photojojo. You'll take a regular photo, cut circular shapes from it then organize those shapes onto a wood block (with Mod Podge). Image what you could do with a person's face? Or a pug's? The wheels are turning. Visit the link below to get the tutorial.

DIY cut out photo art at Photojojo

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DIY a pressed monogram.

Pressed flowers takes me back to a simpler time - I'm sure I'm not the only one that did this when I was a child. This is the perfect project to relive your childhood AND make pretty wall decor. And funny enough, I have several pieces of glass that I have removed from frames, because I used the frames for Mod Podge wall art. I am one of those "random glass laying around" people. Which comes in handy for a project like this. If you are too, read the instructions below and get cracking.

Pressed monogram at Momtastic

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Make some silhouette pendants.

One of my favorite things in the whole world is making Mod Podge jewelry. It's easy, it's quick and it makes a great gift. I spotted these silhouette pendants and knew that I had to share. I've been wanting to make one, but with a pug profile instead of a person. Wouldn't that be cute? It also might be fun to do other animal shapes, or even silhouettes of things such as scissors or a sewing machine (for your favorite crafty friend). Get the tutorial below.

Silhouette pendants at Raising Up Rubies

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Creating a simple graphic album cover.

I'm not a big photo album person, because I rarely find ones that I like. I know what you will tell me, and you're right - instead of complaining, I should make my own. I like the haphazard look of a lot of the albums I'm seeing these days, including this one from Elise. It's so easy to just cut random stuff into pages, and I really love the cover of her album especially (hello fave color blue). Get the full step-by-step at her blog.

Creating a simple and mini graphic album cover at Enjoy It

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Mod Podge Instagram mini canvases.

I'm a huge Instagram junkie. Do you have this app on your iPhone yet (they have it for Android now too)? You need it! Here's my feed and I'm modpodgerocks if you'd like to follow.

Speaking of Instagram, I love these teenie canvases I spotted. You've seen these little guys at the craft store and wondered what to do, right? Well, now you know. Mod Podge your Instagrams to them! If you print them on ink jet make sure to read my FAQ. Then you'll want to visit the tutorial below.

Instagram art at Whimseybox

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Personalize a hanger.

Are you looking for a sweet and unique baby shower gift? Or has the newborn already come and you want to personalize something? This hanger is such a great idea - and it uses the most amazing Sparkle Mod Podge. People don't decorate hangers enough in my opinion, and the wood surface is perfect for Mod Podge. Learn more below at Debbie's blog.

Personalized hanger at A Creative Life

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Make photo block art.

If you'd like to create a way to display a photo or give someone a personalized gift, you don't always have to go all out and Mod Podge a frame. I think this wood block idea, with a photo Mod Podged to the front, is perfectly simple. If you haven't done much Mod Podging, this is also a great project to tackle to get your feet wet. Visit the link below to see how it was done.

Photographic block art at JosieJones & Co.

I'm excited to share more giveaways of Mod Podge and the new book (reviews too!) with you. Please visit these sites below!

Calico Skies
Cathie Filian
Genevieve Gail
Just a Little Creativity
Mich in LA
Rook No. 17
Tried and True

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Personalized Candie plaque with polka dots and glitter.

I will be the first to admit that there is A LOT going on with this plaque that I made for my friend Candie Cooper. But, sometimes you sit down to make a project and you never know what you are going to end up with. I sat at my table with a wood plaque, and after digging around in my stash and playing a bit, this is what resulted. I kinda like it!

Gather These Supplies

Wood plaque
FolkArt Paint - Coffee Latte, Sky Blue, Warm White, Metallic Sequin Black
FolkArt Extreme Glitter - Hologram
Mod Podge Gloss
Mod Podge Dimensional Magic
Scrapbook paper - Cosmo Cricket, Circa 1934 Collection
Maya Road Chipboard Set - Cameos
Maya Road Grosgrain Pleat Ribbon, Light Brown - 2 feet
Making Memories Tiny Alphas - Pink Ledger
Nostalgique stick pin - from my stash
Small paper circle with a sentiment
Rhinstones - 2
Pencil
Ruler
Craft Glue
Scissors

Of course you need to get that plaque painted first. I used the Warm White and Coffee Latte around the edges and on the back.  You don't need to paint the top (the paper is going there).

I used a fun little liner brush to add the blue.

Paint your chipboard cameos as well. I added some Hologram Extreme Glitter on these babies!

While all that is drying, cut the paper to fit the top of the plaque.

Add a medium layer of Mod Podge to the top of the plaque . . . place the paper on top, smooth and let dry for 15 - 20 minutes.

Give the entire plaque a top coat of Mod Podge. Let dry and add a second layer.

Add the ruffle ribbon to the back with craft glue and let dry. 

Start gluing everything down. I have no idea what I'm doing in this photo, actually. I can't remember. Haha!

I used the stick pin to pierce a fabric circle, then put Dimensional Magic on top. Then I glued it onto the plaque.

I hope Candie will enjoy her new plaque. Now here's an idea for you - grab a wood surface and dig through your stash. Embellish it to the nines, use Mod Podge and then tell me about it!

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More wood transfers with Mod Podge.

Why would you transfer photos to wood? The answer is easy! It looks cool. A simple block of wood with a transferred photo makes a great home decor piece. I actually like it because it's modern, and that's right up my alley. The tutorial looks complicated but is really quite easy if you read through it - and all you have to do is print up the photos. Learn how below.

DIY photo transfers on wood at Photojojo

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Fabric monogrammed book.

Well, you can probably immediately tell why I love this notebook from Suzy Cucumber, guest posted on Craftionary. I love anything with the letter "A" on it! Funny sidebar: I wore a Scarlet Letter t-shirt my mom got me from a Boston trip all through high school. I also loved the novel. Isn't it funny that I wore that shirt given what it means in the book?

The brilliant part of this entire project is that it was stiffened and run through a printer like paper (before it was Podged). It looks great and it's not hard, so I suggest heading over to learn how to do it. Wouldn't this make a fabulous gift?

Printed starch fabric monogram book at Craftionary

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Family tree tray.

Are you obsessed with your ancestry? Because I am. In fact, I've spent a lot of time on Ancestry.com going through and filling out missing information. I found out that on my mom's side of the family, through my great-grandmother, I am related to Booker T. Washington! I know - crazy, but true. I also found out more about my Norwegian great-grandfather who came over on a boat, moved to Minnesota and then to Seattle - which is how our family got there (at least on my mom's side). He had to change his name from something highly Norwegian and un-pronounceable to "Olson." These things are so cool to learn.

That was a long way around to tell you about this family tree tray by Jill. She revamped an old tray and captured her family tree using paper and Mod Podge. I really love it, and what a great gift idea for someone who is into that sort of thing. It would also make a lovely wall hanging. Visit Jill to see how it was done.

We are family at Homemade By Jill

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Boy caught thinking art collage.

Sometimes I see projects that make me feel like what I make is a little goofy, a little not-as-serious-as-they-should-be. This is one of those projects. Michele made this beautiful tribute to her son's serious thinking look with junk mail and Mod Podge. I love it, and now I want to make one as a tribute to my piggies. Head over to Michele's blog to learn more.

Boy caught thinking at Michele Made Me

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DIY picture blocks.

If you are looking for a personalized gift idea that everyone will love, I have found it. All you have to do is put pictures of someone's children or pets on these blocks and then gift them and you will be a big hero. I am picturing blocks with my piggies, but children's pictures or family photos would also be fun. Learn how to do them at the link below.

DIY picture blocks at Ask Anna

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Calculator gift for teacher appreciation.

I spotted this calculator gift from Positively Splendid at Cindy's teacher appreciation series and I thought it was so sweet. It also helps that the calculator itself is such a lovely color of aqua, AND that Amy Mod Podged fun paper to the back to personalize it. You could give this as a teacher's gift, but also to anyone who likes to calculate (which I do from time to time). Visit Cindy for Amy's tutorial.

Personalized calculator gift with free download at Skip to My Lou

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Personalize a budget keychain.

One of my favorite things to do with Mod Podge is make gift items. Man Podger Walter has come up with a great way to use old wood scraps and make a fancy gift for a friend. One idea that came to mind when Walter showed me this project was a keychain with my blog logo. Wouldn't that be fun? Here's how Walter did it!

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Make this cool key chain with any images that you may fancy. I used an image of a fish, because I just love fishing. Why not use images with typography? I am thinking monograms? Names? Images from favorite places? You have so many options!

Step 1: Supplies that you will need:

• Assortment of smaller wood pieces, like kid's building blocks or small scraps of wood. I never throw any scrap pieces away!
• Screw Eyes
• Key chain findings ( got mine from Michaels)
• Papers "to your liking"
• Mod Podge (I used Hard Coat)

Step 2: Prime the piece of wood with FolkArt, let dry. Lay out the images in the order to how you will decoupage. I used Hard Coat to decoupage and seal the final result. Remember, this is a keychain that will be heavily used, hence a strong sealer is ideal for durability. Let dry.

Step 3: Use an awl to mark center of the top part of the keychain for the screw eye.

Step 4: Attach the screw eye hook.

Step 5: Attach the keychain link to the screw eye using pliers.

Add your keys to this keychain and project completed! I am very pleased with this simple and yet durable item.

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