DIY Craft Articles

Art Journal - Let's Paint with FolkArt®

Take time for yourself! Express your thoughts with colors, words and images in an art journal. FolkArt's Art Journal kit has almost everything you need to create a personal visual diary. Tell the stories of where you've been and where you're going.

A to Z of Floral Painting

Join Donna Dewberry's new educational series! From asters to zinnias, this series gives you the training and encouragement you need to recreate the flowers found in nature.

How to Paint One Stroke Hummingbirds with Donna Dewberry

Learn how to paint a hummingbird using the One Stroke method developed by artist and teacher Donna Dewberry. 

How to Paint One Stroke Hydrangeas with Donna Dewberry

Learn how to paint a hydrangea flower using the One Stroke method developed by artist and teacher Donna Dewberry. 

How to Paint One Stroke Parrot Tulips with Donna Dewberry

Learn how to paint a parrot tulip flower using the One Stroke method developed by artist and teacher Donna Dewberry. 

How to Paint One Stroke Geraniums with Donna Dewberry

Learn how to paint a geranium flower using the One Stroke method developed by artist and teacher Donna Dewberry. 

How to Prepare a Wood Surface for a Project: Sanding & Basecoating

Planning to use a wood surface for your next craft project? Read this article to learn how to prepare a wood surface for a project—including how to sand and basecoat the wood surface. 

How to Prepare a Terra Cotta Clay Flower Pot for Painting Projects

Planning to use a terra cotta clay pot for your next craft project? Read this article to learn how to prepare a clay pot for painting a project, including how to clean and seal the surface. 

How to Prepare Tin for a Craft Painting Project

Planning to use an item made of tin for your next craft project? Read this article to learn how to prepare tin for painting a project—as well as get some can't-miss tips for painting on tin successfully. 

From Design to Decor: Learn How to Concept, Design, and Paint Your Furniture

Have you ever wanted to paint your own furniture but aren’t sure where to start? While painting your own furniture pieces may seem daunting at first, our free video class gives you everything you need to know to get started!

How to Paint Florals with Priscilla Hauser

Simple Decoupage Collage Art eBook

Grab a bottle or two of Mod Podge and learn the art of decoupage collage with this free eBook.

The Ultimate Guide to Mod Podge

Become a Mod Podge master with this free decoupage book download, the Ultimate Guide to Mod Podge!

Decoupage Collage Ideas eBook

Looking for decoupage collage ideas? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the projects in this free eBook! 

Transform Your Decor: Fun & Easy Paint Projects for Your Home

Download this free craft eBook to transform your decor with these fun, trend-inspired painting projects for your home. 

10 Fun and Fabulous Back to School Mod Podge Projects

Looking for decoupage ideas for getting ready to head back to school? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the 10 projects in this free eBook! 

10 Fun and Fabulous Fall Mod Podge Projects

Looking for decoupage ideas for Fall? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the 10 projects in this free eBook! 

10 Fun and Fabulous Decoupage Furniture Projects

Looking for decoupage furniture project ideas? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the 10 projects in this free eBook! 

10 Fun and Fabulous Photo Transfer Decoupage Projects

Looking for photo transfer decoupage project ideas? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the 10 projects in this free eBook! 

10 Fun and Fabulous Mod Podge Projects for Mother's Day and Father's Day

Want to craft a homemade gift for Mom or Dad? Get out your Mod Podge and start crafting the 10 decoupage projects in this free eBook.