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Mod Podge Rocks!: Decoupage Your World
Since 1967, crafters have entrusted their most treasured creations to Mod Podge--the number one, all-in-one glue, sealer, and finish product that's water-based for easy cleanup and totally non-toxic. The popularity of Mod Podge continues to grow, as does its product lineup that now includes Sparkle, Outdoor, Dimensional Magic, and Fabric formulas. Mod Podge Rocks! features over 40 simple, inexpensive decoupage projects that showcase the versatility of this celebrated product. Contemporary, fun, and welcoming--just like author Amy Anderson's popular Mod Podge Rocks! website-the book includes everything from home accessories and holiday décor to wearables and jewelry. Joining Amy herself as guest project designers are some of the hottest names in crafting, such as Cathie Filian and Candie Cooper. A basic section outlines the simple techniques, and each project features beauty shots, easy-to-follow instructions, and how-to photos.
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128 pages, Paperback
First published June 5, 2012
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March 6, 2013
Got this for bedtime eye candy. Most of the projects are too kitchy for my taste, but there are a few things I like.
Overall, my impression of this book is, "Dang, these are some women with time on their hands!" (Why is it never men gluing shit to other shit to make it look cute? It's always women.)
I just can't imagine the circumstances under which I'd think, "You know what the #1 thing I need to do today is? Decorate my magazine boxes. They hold the magazines just fine, but it's high time for them to stop being plain white and start being cute." Same with the mailbox, planters, old metal lawn chairs, dog sweaters(!!!), and pretty much everything else. I'm glad these people have found a hobby that makes them feel happy and creative, but I find the whole thing a bit baffling, to be honest. Obviously I'm not the target market here.
Overall, my impression of this book is, "Dang, these are some women with time on their hands!" (Why is it never men gluing shit to other shit to make it look cute? It's always women.)
I just can't imagine the circumstances under which I'd think, "You know what the #1 thing I need to do today is? Decorate my magazine boxes. They hold the magazines just fine, but it's high time for them to stop being plain white and start being cute." Same with the mailbox, planters, old metal lawn chairs, dog sweaters(!!!), and pretty much everything else. I'm glad these people have found a hobby that makes them feel happy and creative, but I find the whole thing a bit baffling, to be honest. Obviously I'm not the target market here.
April 8, 2018
Who knew there were so many different kinds of mod podge. Good book to learn how to do the craft
June 8, 2020
Great tips if you have never used this product and like to craft. Inspired me to try it out.
December 6, 2012
After reading this book, I want to decoupage everything in sight (confession: I did indeed run out and buy several different kinds of Mod Podge and started working toward that goal!).
Where Mod Podge Rocks! really shines is in its description of basic decoupage techniques and, especially, the explanations of the different formulas of Mod Podge -- I'm sure I'm not the only person who didn't know there were so many kinds, or that you could decoupage on, and with, so many different types of materials.
There are more than forty projects in the book, divided into three categories: home decor, jewelry and other wearables, and holiday projects. The holiday section was what appealed to me the most: there's something about seasonal decor that just always makes me want to haul out the glue gun and other craft supplies. There is a Christmas-themed glass block project that I really want to make, and an adorable Halloween countdown calendar that would be easily adaptable for use as an Advent calendar. The biggest surprise? A decoupaged bike helmet. It would never have occurred to me, not in a million years, to do this, but I hate my boring black bike helmet (I have a mens'-sized head, though, so there aren't cute helmets that fit me!) and I am really going to have to try this.
Some of the projects themselves as presented in the book are not to my taste, but the ideas are solid and there is a lot of crafty inspiration to be found in these pages.
Will I decoupage my world after reading through this book? You bet. Watch out, animals and small children.
Where Mod Podge Rocks! really shines is in its description of basic decoupage techniques and, especially, the explanations of the different formulas of Mod Podge -- I'm sure I'm not the only person who didn't know there were so many kinds, or that you could decoupage on, and with, so many different types of materials.
There are more than forty projects in the book, divided into three categories: home decor, jewelry and other wearables, and holiday projects. The holiday section was what appealed to me the most: there's something about seasonal decor that just always makes me want to haul out the glue gun and other craft supplies. There is a Christmas-themed glass block project that I really want to make, and an adorable Halloween countdown calendar that would be easily adaptable for use as an Advent calendar. The biggest surprise? A decoupaged bike helmet. It would never have occurred to me, not in a million years, to do this, but I hate my boring black bike helmet (I have a mens'-sized head, though, so there aren't cute helmets that fit me!) and I am really going to have to try this.
Some of the projects themselves as presented in the book are not to my taste, but the ideas are solid and there is a lot of crafty inspiration to be found in these pages.
Will I decoupage my world after reading through this book? You bet. Watch out, animals and small children.
March 24, 2013
Mod Podge Rocks and oh yes, this book rocks, too. It's filled with lots of great ideas for beginners and serious crafters alike.
Author Amy Anderson gives an excellent introduction to various Mod Podge products and basic techniques for using them on a range of projects: from wearables like cute embellished boots and accessories, to home decor items including furniture, furnishings and decorative pieces, as well as holiday projects and gifts. Among my favorites were the art charm bracelet, a clock whose hours are marked with washi tape-covered tiles, the DIY backgammon board and the Christmas countdown calendar.
Most of the projects involve decoupage but there are a few other techniques to try like simple painting for decor, making stencils and screen printing using Mod Podge. The tutorials are simple to follow, the instructions are clear and accompanied by several photos. There are over 40 projects in the book - plenty to satisfy most people and even if you don't like some, the techniques are easily adaptable to other projects. The best thing is the projects are all pretty easy to complete. In fact, this would be a great book for crafting for and with kids.
Author Amy Anderson gives an excellent introduction to various Mod Podge products and basic techniques for using them on a range of projects: from wearables like cute embellished boots and accessories, to home decor items including furniture, furnishings and decorative pieces, as well as holiday projects and gifts. Among my favorites were the art charm bracelet, a clock whose hours are marked with washi tape-covered tiles, the DIY backgammon board and the Christmas countdown calendar.
Most of the projects involve decoupage but there are a few other techniques to try like simple painting for decor, making stencils and screen printing using Mod Podge. The tutorials are simple to follow, the instructions are clear and accompanied by several photos. There are over 40 projects in the book - plenty to satisfy most people and even if you don't like some, the techniques are easily adaptable to other projects. The best thing is the projects are all pretty easy to complete. In fact, this would be a great book for crafting for and with kids.
November 2, 2012
The real strength here lies in the overview of different types of Mod Podge and which might be best for different medium/projects. I was espeiaally interested in the fabric mod podge and how she would prep the fabric, then use it in a project. My favorite projects were the boots (p.17), the outdoor chair (p.83) and the suitcase (p.87). All involve fabric.
Overall, neat ideas and inspiration, though not many of the actual projects appealed to me. But the techniques are good. Worth looking at if you want inspiration or just basic techniques for decoupage.
Overall, neat ideas and inspiration, though not many of the actual projects appealed to me. But the techniques are good. Worth looking at if you want inspiration or just basic techniques for decoupage.
February 2, 2013
These projects are very cool and fun but most of them are not projects I would do (i.e. mod podging bookshelves/tables/stools, etc.). It was interesting to learn about using Mod Podge with fabric, which I had never considered doing before. Anderson uses clear writing to describe each technique in the book. The featured projects will definitely inspire (ex. mod podging fabric onto boots, using Mod Podge to create jewelry and center pieces). This is a great book to use for design-on-a-dime inspiration.
October 3, 2012
I thought maybe I wwould see some fantastic new project, but pretty much the same as the 1960-70 era. There are new mod podge products - special for fabric, paper, outdoors - and that was a new bit of information for me. Still the greatest stuff for sticking, gluing, covering, embelleshing projects!
October 2, 2012
This book is great! I love to decoupage and this book goes through all of the different types of Mod Podge and tells how and when to use them. Comes with cute project ideas too that seem like they would be simple to complete. This is one library book that I don't want to give back. I guess I'm going to have to break down and buy a copy for myself.
May 10, 2016
Lots of cute ideas for projects! Really, most of these boil down to painting objects and gluing scrapbook paper to them. If that's your kind of thing, or the look you enjoy, this book might give you some new ideas. The dimensional Mod Podge and Sparkle Mod Podge were new to me! I might find a use for them. I also enjoyed the gallery of other projects in the back.
May 19, 2016
There are a couple projects in this book that I plan on making, with a few adjustments to the supplies I already own. (No spends! How I love/hate you.) I wasn't blown away by the projects though. It did give me a couple ideas on how to use the dimensional glue, which was one of the reasons I got the book from the library.
January 15, 2013
This book tells the differences between all the Mod Podge glues (I guess you'd call it glue)out there and which one to use for which project. They have some good projects to do and you can do most anything with Mod Podge. Love the stuff.
February 18, 2013
The only real good part of this book was the breakdown of the different types of Mod Podge and the best uses for them. Most of the projects were lame and not something I would ever make. I'm glad I got the book from the library so I can take it back.
March 12, 2016
I don't know if I am not crafty enough to enjoy this. It might be that I am on Pinterest too much. Whatever it is, there was really no new information as to how to use Mod Podge and no crafting projects that caught my eye.
February 27, 2014
Yes I read a book about Mod Podge. Get over it. ;)
Good introduction to the various types of NO, most of which I did not know existed. I preferred the techniques g for using the various types to the actual projects,but I came away with some ideas beyond adding images to my journal covers.
Good introduction to the various types of NO, most of which I did not know existed. I preferred the techniques g for using the various types to the actual projects,but I came away with some ideas beyond adding images to my journal covers.
December 8, 2015
Got this book out from the library to learn about the different types of mod podge and find out which I needed for a project. I learned a lot about the techniques of mod podge even though I didn't feel the urge to create any projects in the book.
July 7, 2012
The crafts were so-so, but the discussion of the various types of Mod Podge and the how-to on using them is invaluable.
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August 18, 2012It's cute, but nothing I feel compelled to make.
August 2, 2012
I like how it explained the different types of mod podge...one of my favorite crafting products!
October 1, 2012
Excellent descriptions with complete lists of supplies and tools needed for each project. Perfect for tween programs and rainy day activities.
October 2, 2012
This book has lots of cool ideas.
January 4, 2013
Recommended for crafters. Be warned--after seeing this book, you will want to decoupage everything in sight. Fun!
December 6, 2013
A great craft book full of fascinating projects :D
January 9, 2014
Good inspiring ideas.
January 13, 2015
Ideas from projects to spark own projects.
October 14, 2015
Great for browsing for ideas for projects - loved the boots !
January 29, 2017
At least 8 projects that I want to make today!!! Seriously awesome!!!
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