DIY Projects & Crafts Decoupage Crafts By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on February 13, 2011 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Juliana Sohn 01 of 22 Decoupaged Boxes Decoupage is artistic sleight of hand. What appears to be a painted design is actually paper, glued in place. What looks like lacquer is just a few coats of clear varnish, and what begins as an unremarkable piece of furniture becomes a bold, modern design statement. We've gathered our best ideas for you to use in your home or to make as original, custom gifts for friends. Try these projects with Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage. Use an unfinished wooden box, pearlized paint, silver paper, a utility knife, and white craft glue to make these stunning decoupaged boxes. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 02 of 22 Striped Bangle Bracelets Ditte Isager Use a basic decoupage process to add bright tissue-paper stripes to inexpensive wooden bracelets. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 03 of 22 Matching Memory Game Craft This colorful memory game made from decorative paper and wooden tiles is sure to keep the kids entertained for hours. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 04 of 22 Oversize Botanical Decoupage Easter Eggs Selected flower- and bird-themed artwork can transform a variety of eggs -- from naturally deep-green emu eggs to tinted and undyed ostrich eggs to painted wooden orbs -- into instant collectibles. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 05 of 22 Pineapple Decoupage Votives These rectangular glass candleholders call for a touch of decoupage to transform into fashion-forward votives. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 06 of 22 Paper-Napkin Decoupage Eggs Brighten a clutch of undyed eggs with stylized patterns from paper napkins. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 07 of 22 Candy-Wrapper Decoupage Don't discard candy wrappers -- use them to embellish switch plates. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 08 of 22 Decoupaged Dresser What began as an unremarkable piece of furniture becomes a bold, modern design statement when adorned with leaves and vines. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage Learn How to Make a Decoupaged Dresser 09 of 22 Wallpapered Glass Coasters You can appreciate vintage wallpaper without hanging it on your walls: Simply use scraps of your favorite paper to decorate glass coasters. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 10 of 22 Decorative Clipboards Use decorative paper (or wallpaper leftovers or samples) to brighten basic clipboards. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 11 of 22 Decoupage Ideas for the Nursery Add whimsy to a baby's room with decoupage designs. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 12 of 22 Stamped Eggs Wait -- don't toss that canceled postage into the trash; use it to hatch Easter decorations. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 13 of 22 Decoupaged Chest Mask run-of-the-mill storage with a little trompe l'oeil magic by painting it and decoupaging the front with blown-up clip art. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage Decoupaged Chest How-To 14 of 22 Decoupaged Baby Hangers Artfully adorned with acrylic paint and pretty pictures, these diminutive, decoupaged hangers make ideal gifts for baby showers or first birthdays. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 15 of 22 Botanical Decoupage Apply a botanical design to everyday surfaces for a custom designer look. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage How to Apply Botanical Decoupage Designs 16 of 22 Tissue-Paper Eggs Easter eggs adorned with whimsical patterns are easy to create using tissue paper and decoupage. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 17 of 22 Wooden Baby Blocks Make these adorable baby blocks for your child or as a thoughtful handmade gift. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 18 of 22 Elegant Decoupaged Eggs Inspired by an easy Japanese technique, we've created these delightful decorations to enjoy this Easter and next. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 19 of 22 Decoupage Damage Juliana Sohn Transform simple wooden trays using festive fabrics and an easy decoupage technique. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 20 of 22 Get Out the Map Commemorate a favorite city, travel memento, or antique treasure with this decoupage tray project. Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage 21 of 22 Flower Vase Poppytalk Give empty bottles a second go, and fresh blooms a new home, by using decoupage to turn old containers into one-of-a-kind vases. 22 of 22 Do, Create, and Save! Kate Mathis Ready to get started using Martha Stewart Crafts decoupage and accessories? Shop for Martha Stewart Crafts Decoupage. Do, Create, and Save! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit