My new tutorial has just been posted over at Mod Podge Rocks and it marks another anniversary for me – my one year ManPodgerVersary.
A little over a year ago Amy (the Mod Podge Rocks Grand Poo-bah and master of all things podgy) put out a call asking if there were any guys who used Mod Podge. The talented Walter Silva and I responded and she asked us to come up with projects and it has been an amazing opportunity.
Amy is a constant source of encouragement and positive energy and incredibly patient (I keep turning in my tutorials late or just-on-time-but-not-really-on-time-enough). And being pleasantly “forced” to come up with ideas has been the best imagination-stretching opportunity ever!
In addition it has lead me to meet most if not all of you who read this blog and for that I am very grateful!
Here is a brief anniversary tour of some of the projects that never would have happened without Ms. Anderson’s encouragement (and my friends who help me brainstorm when I’m stuck):
(If you click on the pictures it will take you to the tutorial on Mod Podge Rocks)
A cocktail table made from a shadow box frame and a porch rail:
Chalkboard Paint place card holders:
Reversible Chalkboard Bunting (I was going through a chalkboard phase)
Some more of my blocks themed for Halloween :
Comic Book Coasters made from hardware store wall plates:
Luminaries made with more hardware store odds and ends:
And there are tons more. It’s been great!
Anyway, the new project is up.
As you know from my previous post I (sort of) recently found out about Anaglypta Paper and have been looking for ways to use it. I’ve put it under glass on some tables but this time around I thought I’d try using it on some of my letters.
I thought these could make for cool centerpieces or wedding….things? I’m not sure but they seem potentially very weddingy (it’s a word!) to me
If you like the look head on over to MPR for the full tutorial.
I love your blog and writing style. Very entertaining (and creative)!! I look forward to checking it every day.
Thanks so much Doreen!
Happy Anniversary buddy! I agree this has been a wonderful challenge.
Look forward to seeing more fun tutorial from you and I look forward to creating NEW uses for Mod Podge too! Loving the new HOME tutorial!!!
Yes! I’m thinking of using it as a hair gel – I’ll keep you posted.
Happy Anniversary Walter. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with next too!
Hey what a great idea – I bet it could (finally) get rid of my 16-y-o’s frizzies!!!
Hey, David, great to find your blog. I’ve been collecting things for a project for a year now, so you have inspired me! (A box to keep chocolates in, decorated with chocolate wrappers!) – Ann (Tobolowsky)
David,
I am in LOVE with these!! How did I not see these other Mod Podge related posts before?! I am so glad we have some testosterone mixed in with us to keep us on the straight and narrow. . .lol!! Happy anniversary, I love your blog!
Thanks so much Maureen! I will endeavor to keep coming up with them. I’m so glad you like the blog.
Congrats! I will have to pin several of those ideas. Thanks for visiting my blog and for the kind comments!!
Ohmygawd….I’m in love with the Anaglypta-covered letters. I have no idea what I would use them for (not being in the market for a wedding personally, or knowing anyone preparing for a wedding), but I’m surrounded by friends and family with little girly-girls (and friends and family themselves who are girly-girls). There’s something in there for me to make, I’m sure (and, of course, keep). Those are just great!
Thanks Deb! I hoped they would be a useful starting point for someones imagination. The great thing about Anaglypta is that you can paint it any color that you want, or rub it with distressing ink for an aged look. So you’re totally right, they could be in a kids/baby’s room, or painted with metallic spray paint and aged a bit for a faux pressed tin “EAT” sign for someone’s kitchen.
If you do make any please send a pic – it would be great to see it.
dsc
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