
While this project was identified by Martha: The Martha Stewart Show as a
DIY for baby blocks, I think they'd make a cool addition to a very grown up bookshelf or fireplace mantel. You can coordinate the images and paper you select for the greatest decorative impact.
What You'll Need
- 3 1/4-inch square wood block
- Sandpaper
- Scissors
- Acrylic paint
- Mod Podge
- Paintbrush
- Decorative paper
- Emery board
- Letters, numbers, and embellishments
- Sponge
To find out how to make it,
according to Martha, .

On Sept. 14, home accessories dynamo
John Derian will introduce a collection for Target based on the découpage pieces that made him rise to shelter world fame. The collection will feature antique print imagery like the fruit, flower, and animal prints that Derian typically layers and pieces together under his glass accessories, but instead they will be printed on melamine.

TeamSugar member
Harmonyfrance has shared some photos of her mom's beautiful accent wall. I love
decoupage when it's done well, and Harmonyfrance's mom is an expert.
Harmonyfrance writes:
This is my mother’s magnificent collage wall.
I'm a big fan of both
Todd Oldham and
Amy Sedaris, and when those two join forces there's no way I can avert my eyes from all the good advice and funny banter. In this video, they show you how to decoupage a cute accent table, though the lesson is served up with a side of cheeky commentary — and I wouldn't want it any other way!
Source

One of my favorite craft projects is découpage on glass. With a few supplies and a couple hours of your time, you can have a très elegant home décor item to use as a housewarming gift or as a festive candy dish for your
Thanksgiving party!
Supplies:
- the image(s) you want to adhere (make sure it fits on your glass item)
- Mod Podge (a glue/sealer found in most art/craft stores)
- a glass bowl or plate
- two foam brushes
- Latex paint the color of your choice
- an acrylic sealer (optional)
To learn the steps,
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:
- Cut out the image(s) you want to use from the background.