DIY Shelf Sitters: An Easy Beginner Decoupage Project

DIY Decoupage Shelf Sitters – An Easy Beginner Craft

Looking for an easy craft project that lets you get creative without feeling overwhelmed? These DIY decoupage shelf sitters are a perfect beginner project—and they’re so much fun to personalize!

Using our Decoupage 4-Packs, you can transform a simple wood block into a beautiful piece of décor for a shelf, tiered tray, mantel, or anywhere your home needs a little something special. With several paper designs available, you can choose a style that fits your home or the season.

What You’ll Need

• Wood block or shelf sitter
• Decoupage 4-Pack in your favorite design
• Decoupage Gel/Varnish – Top Coat & Glue
• Brush
• Scissors
• Your favorite finishing products and embellishments

For the fun part, try adding extra dimension and detail with products such as contour liners, snow paste, wax paste, or whatever you have in your crafting stash!

How to Make Your Decoupage Shelf Sitter

Start with a clean, dry wood block.

Choose the image you want to use from your Decoupage 4-Pack and trim it to fit your surface.

Apply Decoupage Gel/Varnish – Top Coat & Glue to your wood block and carefully attach your paper. Smooth the paper onto the surface and allow it to dry completely.

Once it’s dry, it’s time for the fun stuff!

Add your own details and personality with contour liners, snow paste, wax paste, embellishments, or other decorative products. There really isn’t a right or wrong way to finish it—that’s what makes each piece your own.

Perfect for Beginning Crafters

If you’ve been wanting to try decoupage but weren’t sure where to start, this is a great first project.

It’s simple, doesn’t require a lot of supplies, and gives you the opportunity to experiment with different products and techniques without tackling a large project.

Watch the full video tutorial below and craft along with me!

Make One Yourself

Browse the different Decoupage 4-Pack designs available at Baylee’s and choose your favorite. Don’t forget your Decoupage Gel/Varnish and some fun finishing products so you can make your shelf sitter completely your own.

And remember—crafting doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes all you need is a little paper, a little glue, and permission to play!

Happy crafting!

— Tracie
Baylee’s Creative Corner