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If you have a spot in your kitchen that could use a little something, try making these DIY Decorative Plates!  It is so easy to turn plain dollar store plates into adorable wall art for your kitchen.  

Supplies Needed to Make DIY Decorative Plates

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• Plain plates from the dollar store (or hey, if you have champagne taste and a matching budget, you can buy your plates somewhere else)
• Black cardstock
• Silhouette machine or Cricut machine (**If you don’t have a cutting machine, read below to find out how you can replicate this look with a printer, a pencil, and scissors.)
• Mod Podge Dishwasher Safe Waterproof Sealer
• Rubbing alcohol & cotton balls
• Artist’s paint brush
• Optional: Mod Podge brayer

How to Make Dollar Store DIY Decorative Plates

First, it’s important to prepare the plates for the Mod Podge, so you’ll need to wipe them off with rubbing alcohol.  

Next, use the Silhouette machine or Cricut machine to cut out a fork, knife, and spoon onto black cardstock.  

If you don’t have a cutting machine, you can still do this project!  All you need to do is find utensils clip art on Google, print it out in the size you need for your plates, cut out the shapes and trace them onto the black cardstock, and then cut them out.  Easy!

Once your shapes are cut, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge Dishwasher Safe Waterproof Sealer to the middle of each plate.  If you’re just going to hang these plates on the wall, you can use a regular variety of Mod Podge instead of the dishwasher safe variety.

Then, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge Dishwasher Safe Waterproof Sealer to the back of each utensil cutout.  

Press each cutout firmly into place on each plate.  If you have a Mod Podge brayer, that will work perfectly for getting these cutouts flat and bubble free on the plates!  (Let me tell you that this tool has absolutely revolutionized my decoupage abilities!  I used to get bubbles and wrinkles in most of my projects, and now I hardly get any!  I am obsessed with it.)  

If you don’t have a brayer, try using a credit card to smooth out any wrinkles or air bubbles.

Once the base layer of Mod Podge Dishwasher Safe Waterproof Sealer has dried, apply a layer to the faces of each of the plates.  Repeat per the instructions on the label.

After the plates have dried, you will be ready to display your beautiful DIY decorative plates in your home!

They’re a really simple project that adds a little bit of charm to any kitchen!  I used inexpensive plate hangers to hang mine over my sink!  (Make sure to buy the right size plate hangers if you take this route!)

The great thing about these plates is that because I used the Mod Podge Dishwasher Safe Waterproof Sealer, I can pop these babies in the dishwasher anytime they get dusty and need a refresh.  (Lord knows I would never wash anything by hand unless I absolutely had to.)

If you enjoyed this project, I’d love for you to “pin” this post!  

-Bre

DIY Sea Glass Bottles are a beautiful addition to coastal decor!

Before we know it, summer will be here!  I, for one, cannot wait for warmer weather and lots of sunshine!  The coming change of season also has me thinking of summer-inspired decor, like accents with a coastal touch.

One of my favorite coastal looks is sea glass.  But because I live nowhere near an ocean (and would likely only find garbage in the rivers and lakes nearby), there’s no naturally-made sea glass available for me to find and use in my home.  Womp womp.  

Undeterred by my lack of sea glass sources, however, I decided to make my own sea glass bottles. You can use this sea glass paint technique on any glass surface! 

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It’s obviously not the real thing, but these cheap glass jars from Dollar Tree look pretty coastal to me since they got their sea glass makeover.  They’ll do!

DIY Sea Glass Bottles Supplies

These are the supplies I used to create a faux sea glass finish.

• Dollar Tree glass candy jars with lids
• Multi-surface acrylic paint (paint colors like Soft Jade, Turquoise Waters, and Sky Blue are what I used)
• Finishing wax in a pearlescent finish (I used Country Chic Paint Pearl Wax. You could also use this white frost wax for a similar effect.)
• Twine
• Sea glass inspired beads
• Chip brush
• Lint-free cloth

How to Make DIY Sea Glass Bottles

First off, find some glass jars or glass objects that you want to try this on.  I bought these glass jars at Dollar Tree.  

I love the texture each of these jars has!

Wash the glass and dry thoroughly.  

Then, paint the outside of the jars or other glass objects.  I used a really thin coat of multi-surface acrylic paint, and left some of the glass underneath showing. You could definitely do a solid coat if you like that look better!  

After the paint is totally dry, wipe on the Pearl Wax with a lint-free cloth.  I let the wax dry for about 25 minutes and then buffed each of the jars.

The Pearl Wax gives the glass a gorgeous and subtle iridescence.  I just LOVE it!  

(Sidenote: check out how I used Pearl Wax on a child’s rocking chair makeover. It’s adorable!)

To make my jars look even more coastal, I tied twine around each of them and added some sea glass looking beads around the fronts.

Even my husband noticed these cute little jars (and he usually never notices my projects – unless they’re big ones).  

Since the paint is on the outside of the jars, they can still be used to hold things like flowers or food.  

I’ve painted jars before but always painted the insides, which made them not as useable as these.  Bonus!

See how easy it is to get a sea glass look with paint?  If you liked this project, please “Pin It” so you will remember to make your own sea glass bottles later on!

Well, that’s it for now.  “Sea” ya later!  (Ha!  Hilarious, right?)

Here are the best Dollar Tree craft supplies in 2025, no matter where you live or how “good” (or “bad”) your Dollar Tree store is!

One of my favorite things to do is wander the aisles of Michaels to see what adorable, new craft supplies they have.  With every trip, my cart ends up with lots of fun finds and I leave with many new project ideas in mind.

But truth be told, there are certain craft supplies that I do not purchase from Michaels because I can get them from Dollar Tree for less (in some cases for a lot less).  

Of course people have quality concerns about Dollar Tree craft supplies, but I’ve personally tested all of these products time and again and can vouch for them!

That’s why I’m spilling my secrets on 10 Dollar Tree Craft Supplies you can’t afford to skip!  Follow this list and you are guaranteed to save money!

Then you can buy more of those cute supplies at Michaels or Hobby Lobby!

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Do all Dollar Tree stores sell the same craft supplies?

All Dollar Tree stores sell craft supplies, but some sell more than others.

In this blog post, I share the best dollar store craft supplies that are available at all Dollar Tree stores. No matter where you live or the size of your store, you should be able to buy these crafting items!

Also, Dollar Tree has a large craft section online! Most items must be purchased in bulk, but that works if you’re crafting for an event or gifts!

What are the Best Dollar Tree Craft Supplies?

When stocking up for your next craft project or to add to your craft stash, these dollar store craft supplies are the ten must-have crafting supplies.

1.  Dollar Tree Glassware: Vases, Mason Jars, and Candle Holders

The selection of glassware at Dollar Tree is ah-ma-zing.  

There are tons of shapes and sizes of vases, mason jars, glass jars, candle holders – you name it!  

Comparable glassware at a craft store typically costs five times as much.

I’ve used glassware from Dollar Tree to create sand art terrariums, etched glass votive holders, and cozy sweater gift jars, among other things.  

I also use all different sizes of their vases and glassware for fresh flowers at parties.

2.  Dollar Tree Twine (Jute Twine, Bleached Twine, and Baker’s Twine)

Jute twine adds a perfect rustic touch to any project, while bleached twine and baker’s twine can definitely add a cute and whimsical feel to a craft.  Dollar Tree has every type of twine you could need or want!

Find three packs of twine in the automotive aisle, and multi-packs of colored baker’s twine in the craft aisle. Seasonal colors of baker’s twine can sometimes be found with holiday items.

I have used twine from Dollar Tree on my vintage tin tile wall decor,  cozy sweater gift jars, printable glitter glue valentines, and moss bunny topiaries, among other things! 

Looking for Dollar Tree Craft Ideas? Check out my Dollar Tree Crafts Gallery!

3.  Dollar Tree Floral Foam

Oh my gosh.  Floral foam is SO expensive when you buy it at the craft store.  And I can’t figure out why.  

But at Dollar Tree it’s just $1.75.  And it comes in lots of shapes and sizes, too!

Now let me tell you I am not doing a lot of floral arranging over here, but floral foam is really great for building height in projects or stabilizing items within a container.  

I have used Dollar Tree’s floral foam in my moss bunny topiaries and patriotic paper straw centerpiece.  It’s great.

4.  Glitter

If you’re a crafter then you probably love glitter (until you have to clean it up).  

For something so tiny it can be kind of pricey though, you know?  That’s why I like to purchase it at Dollar Tree.  

They typically have a lot of colors in the craft aisle, and they come in packages or containers that have enough to get the project done without leaving me with a ton left over to store.

Their glitter glue is also awesome for projects for adults and kids alike!  I have used Dollar Tree glitter or glitter glue on my glitter glue valentines.

5.  Contact Paper or Shelf Liner for Cricut Crafts

Most of you probably don’t think of contact paper or shelf liner as a craft supply, but it is awesome for making stencils on an electronic cutting machine (like a Cricut) or even by hand!

And it is half the price at Dollar Tree than at the hardware store or a big box store!

I have used Dollar Tree contact paper on projects like my DIY Modern Desk (that I BUILT myself!), child’s rocking chair, friendly stool makeover, and etched glass votive holders.

6.  Dollar Tree Clothespins

Clothespins are another product that might seem like a strange craft supply, but you see them ALL over the craft stores.  And they are really versatile for crafting – from hanging banner pieces to making clips for signs or frames – they can be used in many ways.  

At Dollar Tree you get a pack of 36 for $1.25, and you can find them in the home improvement aisle.

I have used Dollar Tree clothespins on my DIY Christmas card holder and my magnetic chip clip holder.  And of course I have some of them on my drying rack in the laundry room.

7.  Dollar Tree Foam Board

If you have kids of school age then you know that foam board can be kind of expensive for what you’re getting.  Hello, it’s a glorified poster board!  

That’s why it’s so great to purchase it at Dollar Tree.  You will pay at least three times more at another store.

I have used Dollar Tree foam board in my Mr. and Mrs. moss bunny topiaries, as well as other projects I have not blogged here.  

If you want to check out the queen of foam board projects, you need to visit 3 Little Greenwoods because Ashley can turn a foam board into just about anything.  Search her site and you’ll see what I mean.

8.  Tissue Paper

Of course, tissue paper is great for wrapping gifts, but it’s also a good product for crafting.  

Dollar Tree sells 35 pieces of colored tissue paper for $1.25, and larger packs of white tissue for the same price.  It’s the same quality as tissue paper I’ve purchased elsewhere and is not overly flimsy.

I have used tissue paper on my Tissue Paper Coffee Mugs, and think it would work great on home decor crafts, too!

9.  Dollar Tree Popsicle Sticks or Craft Sticks

I know that popsicle sticks are generally more of a kids craft item, but I ALWAYS use them as paint stirrer sticks in my smaller chalky paint containers, as glue applicators, or as resin stirring sticks. I keep craft sticks on hand at all times!

I also used them in this “LOVE” popsicle stick craft that my daughter made a couple of years ago (pardon the photography; this was when I was still using my phone to shoot blog photos.).  

Popsicle sticks are dirt cheap at Dollar Tree and a smart thing to have on hand!

10.  Decorative Tape (Washi Tape, Duct Tape)

Finally, decorative tapes like washi tape and patterned duct tape are a great thing to buy at Dollar Tree!  $1.25 is so much less than you pay at the craft store!

I don’t have any blogged projects that use washi tape or duct tape, but I have purchased these items from Dollar Tree and can attest that they work just as well as others that I’ve purchased elsewhere.

11.  BONUS CRAFT SUPPLY: Paint Brushes

I was so pumped to find 8 packs of foam brushes and synthetic bristle paint brushes at Dollar Tree this week!  The prices on these brushes is so much lower than you pay at the craft store or home improvement store!  Get some! 

A reader also gave me a tip that the $1.25 makeup brushes at Dollar Tree work great for Mod Podge or decoupage.  Keep that in mind as well!

I hope you found this post helpful!  If you did, I’d really appreciate if you’d pin this image on Pinterest or share the post on Facebook or somewhere else!

And, now that you’ve seen my list of craft supplies that you should be buying at Dollar Tree, what do you think?  Do you have any others to add?  Comment below!

Then, check out the newest post on Dollar Tree Craft Supplies, which has TEN MORE CRAFT SUPPLIES YOU MUST BUY AT DOLLAR TREE!