Mod Podge is a versatile craft tool that can transform everyday items into pieces of art using various materials, such as glass. This easy guide teaches you how to apply Mod Podge on glass using the right technique.
1. Gather your supplies
- A glass object, such as a vase
- Mod Podge
- Brush
- Disposable container for the Mod Podge
- Paper or tissue paper with a beautiful design
- Embellishments (optional)
2. Prepare your glass object
Start by dividing your glass object into small sections; Mod Podge dries quite fast, so it’s best to work in small areas at a time. Pour a bit of Mod Podge into your disposable container and paint a thin layer onto one section of the glass.
3. Apply the paper
After coating a section with Mod Podge, press a piece of paper onto the wet section. Smooth it out using hard, flat object like a credit card to ensure it adheres correctly and to remove any air bubbles or wrinkles. If you missed a spot, simply apply more Mod Podge and smooth the paper down.
4. Layer your design
Consider layering the paper to create a more intricate design and to prevent the glass from showing. For example, you can overlap different patterns or colors to create a rich, textured look in boho style. Don’t worry about making it perfect since part of the charm of Mod Podge projects is their handcrafted, unique appeal.
5. Continue the process
Keep applying Mod Podge and sticking paper on one section at a time until you cover everything. Once you finish, allow the glass object to dry fully.
6. Add embellishments (optional)
You can add more elements to decorate your glass item further. For example, use twine, burlap flowers, beads, ribbons, or plastic jewelry.
Video guide
Check out this video to better understand the process behind applying Mod Podge on glass.
For more inspiration, check out these Mod Podge on glass projects.
FINALLY there’s a Dollar Tree in my town! Until 2 weeks ago, I had to travel almost half an hour to get to one. . . I’m going to have a modge podge sort of weekend here! Thanks for the constant inspiration and creative ideas. LOVE these new vases!
Thanks Judy! Have fun.
This looks like so much fun. All of the projects are so pretty.
howdy that is really cute Debbie love it!
Hi Debbie,
I enjoyed watching your video on mod podging on a vase from the Dollar Tree. FUN!
And while you were on you had a hot flash….oh, fun fun, even more fun. I remember having a few of those.
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Thanks for showing how to easily mod podge on glass. I want to do a project of putting pictures of lifetime friends on glass apothecary jars to give to them when we all get together in a couple weeks. We haven’t all gotten together in 20 years so wanted to use the pictures from our last time together to make a keepsake. Just wasn’t sure how to do it. I Googled and found you! Thank you!!!
PS: I do have a website (address below), but I haven’t done much on it in a very long time. I used to sell on eBay and a little on my website before I started having a lot of health issues. I just haven’t had the heart to close down my website yet.
Debbie,
I LOVE using Modge Podge for craft projects. I do a lot of photos modge podged on to artist canvas and use them either at home for myself or for gifts. All my Christmas gifts last year were these. Friends and family love them! Made a 20×30 canvas in tribute for my mom (she passed in 1977) and just finished one for her sister’s family when my aunt passed just before Christmas last year. Going to try the vases next and see how they work out.
Thanks for the ideas!
Debi
I’m new to your site but I’m very interested every place I’ve looked before I have mod mods parched they have told me to get either acrylic white paint or something called gesso and paint it first in order for the paper to stick I have not done that because I I don’t understand why so if you could tell me if just the way you’re doing that if that’s going to work I’m all for it
I can’t find the video on how to mod podge on glass….. Thanks. You made some cute stuff!
https://youtu.be/q25-kvvV07I Try this link to my You Tube.