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How to Decoupage Wooden Spoons the Easy Way

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You’ve probably seen ombre wooden spoons all over Pinterest. Well, I’m putting a twist on the trend with decoupage wooden spoons (the easy way)! You should definitely try this at home, kids!

Three decoupage wooden spoons next to tea towel with bicycle and flowers design.

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The Pin That Inspired Decoupage Spoons

Originally, I had planned to make a lovely set of painted bamboo spoons like this pin, but since I’m such a decoupage fanatic, I thought I’d experiment with paper-covered utensils! Why not, right?

If you haven’t done a ton of decoupage with scrapbook paper, have no fear! I have a complete guide for how to decoupage on wood to get you started. Trust me, this craft couldn’t get any easier or more affordable!

If you’re new to decoupage, you can also visit my complete guide to decoupage, which has plenty of beginner projects.

How to Decoupage Wooden Spoons

You can watch this video to see a quick tutorial with plenty of helpful tips as you get started.

Supplies

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I suggest buying a paper pad with coordinating patterns if you plan on making a complete set of kitchen utensils.

I highly recommend this set of utensils to decoupage. The price is right, too!

Step 1: Prepare paper or napkins

First, trace the handle of each utensil onto the back of your scrapbook paper. Don’t forget to trace the hole in the handle, too.

Tracing handles to make decoupage wooden spoons.

If you plan to cook with these items, make sure you leave a gap between the paper and the usable part of the spoon or spatula. Otherwise, you might have the soup du jour staining your pretty decoupage wooden spoons.

Using a standard hole punch, make a hole in the paper to match the handle. You can use a pencil or dowel to increase the size of the opening if necessary.

Step 2: Apply decoupage glue

Next, apply a thin coat of Mod Podge to the handle where you plan to adhere the paper.

Applying mod podge to make decoupage wooden spoon.

Gently smooth the paper onto the handle, making sure you remove any bubbles or gaps.

Smoothing paper onto decoupage wooden spoons.

Then, apply 3-4 coats of Mod Podge to each side of the utensil, waiting 15-20 minutes between coats. I used wax paper underneath to protect my work surface.

Applying Mod Podge to decoupage wooden spoons.

Step 3: Apply sealer or varnish

After both sides of the decoupage spoons have dried, apply a sealer. Be sure to wrap the ends of your spoons or spatulas in foil before you spray the handles.

Wooden decoupage spoons with serving end covered in foil, sitting next to Mod Podge Super High Shine spray can.

I used acrylic sealer for this project because I plan to use these only for decoration.

You can also use Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge to waterproof your spoons, but I still recommend hand washing your utensils.

Finished Decoupage Wooden Spoons

I love how the finished product looks, and I plan to experiment more with other designs this spring and summer.

Close up of three decoupage wooden spoons.

I hope you’ll enjoy creating decoupage spoons to coordinate with your kitchen decor or as gifts for Mother’s Day, birthdays or bridal showers. This is one DIY gift anyone would appreciate.

Related post: Quick & Easy DIY Gifts

If you’re looking for another great kitchen-related gift, check out my post on how to repurpose old picture frames with decoupage. It shows you how to make a nifty recipe cardholder.

Three decoupage wooden spoons in a mason jar.

Now that you know how to decoupage spoons, what color scheme do you plan to use? Tell me about it in the comments below. I love hearing from you!

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How to decoupage wooden spoons with Mod Podge

How to Make Decoupage Wooden Spoons

Author: firstdayofhome.com
Make beautiful decoupage wooden spoons using Mod Podge, scrapbook paper and bamboo kitchen utensils.
This makes a great DIY gift in a matter of minutes! Use these decorative spoons as a hostess gift, birthday gift, housewarming gift or Mother's Day gift.
4.6 from 5 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Project Type Arts & Crafts
Cost (US$)10
Yield 3 spoons

Instructions
 

  • Trace the handle of each utensil onto the back of your scrapbook paper. Don’t forget to trace the hole in the handle, too.
  • Using a standard hole punch, make a hole in the paper to match the handle.
  • Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge to the handle where you plan to adhere the paper.
  • Gently smooth the paper onto the handle, making sure you remove any bubbles or gaps.
  • Apply 3-4 coats of Mod Podge to each side of the utensil, waiting 15-20 minutes between coats. 
  • After both sides of the decoupage spoons have dried, apply a sealer. Be sure to wrap the ends of your spoons or spatulas in foil before you spray the handles. Seal each side with 2-3 coats, waiting 10 minutes between coats.

Notes

You can also use Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge to waterproof your spoons, but I still recommend hand washing your utensils.
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62 Comments

  1. I love this idea, and I plan on decorating some spoons I will use for everyday cooking. Will the dishwasher-safe Mod Podge really hold up to everyday use of the spoons? I plan on hand-washing them anyways, just curious to know if anyone has tried it personally.

    1. Hi Esther! Yes, dishwasher-safe Mod Podge should hold up to handwashing. Just make sure you apply several coats and wait a full 28 days for the spoons to cure. As with any glue, I would make sure you don’t place the Mod Podge near surfaces that you will use for food. So, for example, if you were to use it on a glass plate, I would apply it to the back of the plate, not the front. With the spoons, I would only apply the dishwasher-safe Mod Podge to the handle, not the serving end. It’s also a good idea not to let the spoons soak in water. I hope this helps! -Crissy

    1. Hi Kim! Thanks for stopping by, and I appreciate you sharing! I love how easy these are to make, and one set of 6 utensils can easily make two sets of gifts.

  2. Chrissy, what a cute lottle DIY! I have done wood burning on kitchen spoons before but yours look so much fresher and springspired, lol. I already pinned it to two of my pin boards. Thank you for this great Inspiration!

    1. Thanks, Sonya! I appreciate you pinning and sharing. Yes, I’m planning to have some of these on hands for gifts throughout the year.

  3. Really nice result and looks sooo easy and affordable to do ! Will certainly give a try soon ! Keep you posted !

  4. What a pretty way to dress up plain ol’ wooden utensils! I love the spring colors you chose! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

  5. Oh my goodness, Crissy! These are so pretty. I love the designs you chose for your decoupage. Absolutely perfect for a kitchen display. Thanks so much for sharing at Project Inspire{d} and in case we’ve never “met”, It’s a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to seeing more of your amazing creativity!

    1. Aww, that is the sweetest compliment, Mary Beth! Thanks so much for your kind words! It’s a pleasure to meet you, too. I love participating in your party each week. 🙂

    1. Thanks, Leanna! Yes, pairing it with a tea towel makes the perfect gift. If you saw my stories on Instagram recently, I also found a boat load of cute household stuff at Target that matched my spoons perfectly! Destiny!

    1. Thank you, Erlene! I’m planning to use these more as salad spoons and “light duty” spoons for now. If you want them to hold up after hand washing, I recommend using Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge. The instructions on that product say, “Be sure to keep this gloss away from food and your mouth.” So I would just use Dishwasher Safe sealer on the handle or decoupaged parts only. Hope that helps!

    1. I’m glad I could inspire you, Gail. That means I’m doing my job! Thank you for your inspiration, too. I loved being part of this challenge with you.

  6. Oh, I can think of so many reasons to make these for gifts! Mod Podge is my favorite crafting too because there is so much you can do with it. Your spoons turned out really pretty.

    1. Thanks, Roseann! I haven’t gifted them yet, but I’m excited to make some as a gift for Mother’s Day later this year. Thanks for stopping by!

  7. These are adorable Crissy! I use to hand paint wooden spoons to hang as decor in kitchens for extra spending money when I was a kid, back when mushrooms were the thing. This took me back! Pinned.

  8. Those are so pretty! What a fun twist on painted wooden spoons; the designs add so much more interest. Pinned.

  9. What a sweet gift idea, Crissy! The spoons are delicate & adorable. With an endless array of scrapbooking paper designs available, my decoupage brush awaits! Thanks for the inspiration.

  10. I’m in love with these spoons and I love any excuse to use pretty paper. These are gorgeous & so easy to make. I might have to make these for my kitchen.