When I made these drawer knobs inspired by those bohemian style Anthropologie knobs, and texted a photo to my hubby, he called me from his trip: “They look amazing! But no one is going to be able to make them…”
What??? Then I realized because I was always drawing and painting, he thought I had PAINTED these dresser knobs! ( You know how long that would take to paint Anthropologie knobs? )
Well, these may look like hand painted ceramic drawer knobs, but the secret is- they are the easiest things to make, and there is no painting involved.
MY LATEST VIDEOSI will show you the technique on how to decoupage wood drawer knobs, and share all the designs I made here for free. You can download them to make your own set of “hand-painted” designer knobs for your home! ( Some of the helpful resources are affiliate links. Full disclosure here. )
Check out the 2 minute video tutorial below on DIY Anthropologie knobs, or skip to step by step instructions.
Materials and tools:
- Wood, metal or ceramic knobs. I used 2″ wooden ones with a gently curved surface like these , or 1.75″ ones like these, which are easier to decoupage.
- A non-toxic glue good for decoupage, such as good old Modpodge, or Martha Stewart Decoupage Formula , and a soft brush. The Martha Stewart Decoupage Formula is dishwasher safe after 28 days, which offers extra protection if the knobs are in high use areas in a kitchen.
- Office paper and an inkjet printer or laser printer. Most home printers are inkjet.
- A few thin sheets of plastic will make the process super easy. I used plastic food wrap .
Step 1: Print and cut drawer knob designs
Measure the knobs and create same size circular designs. You can download mine at the end. Sand the knobs slightly if they have a glossy coating on the surface.
Print the designs and cut out the circles.
Step 2: decoupage wood drawer knobs
Brush some Modpodge or glue on the surface of a knob. Place a circle with the design side facing down.
Carefully center the knob on the circle.
Lift the knob (now the paper circle should be sticking at the center) and brush Modpodge gently from the center outward onto the paper. Do this carefully so the paper disc does not shift on the knob.
Take a piece of plastic, wrap around the drawer knob as you press the paper and shape it along the curved surface of the knob.
Unwrap as soon as the paper is glued to the drawer knob.
Finish by sealing each knob with 1-2 coats of Modpodge or other sealers to protect the knobs from finger prints, etc. If you coat the knobs with Martha Stewart Decoupage Formula, it’s dishwasher safe after 28 days, which means- very durable!
Now you have some gorgeous drawer knobs, how about choosing cabinet paint colors? 25 Most Gorgeous Pain Color Palettes For Kitchen Cabinets.
Aren’t these drawer beautiful? They took less than 5 minute each to make!
Yes, Anthropologie knobs are irresistible. We are most likely to get some when we move into our new home. However, these DIY drawer knobs are so easy and fun to make, I am no longer itching to run to Anthropologie now.
Remember how much I love indigo from these DIY indigo fabrics and pillows?
This group below is inspired by blue and white Delft ceramics, the colorful ones by Mediterranean designs especially from Spain and Italy.
They would look gorgeous on reclaimed wood or painted wood.
The designs I made are for 2″ wooden ones with a gently curved surface like these , or 1.75″ ones like these, If you have different size knobs, just adjust the pdf to print at a smaller or larger percentage.
The printables are high resolution at 300dpi, which means you can enlarge them to 200% and they will still print out nicely!
Download free designs here-
I love using paper or image transfer for home decor! You can check out a similar DIY project: transform boring outlet covers into designer ones, free designs included!
Or these paper lanterns made from up-cycled materials!
Download free designs here-
Steph Jenssen
Oh, these are so beautiful! I thought the same thing when I saw your photos, that they’d be so difficult and you must have painted them! This is such a lovely DIY 🙂
candy
Wow these knobs are so pretty and handmade is always the best.
Julie
I have a couple of dressers in desperate need of new knobs. These are perfect and something I think I could actually do! I’m slightly DIY challenged. They are beautiful!
Mary
These are gorgeous! I can’t believe you made them! I finally have a dresser that can utilize knobs and I can’t wait to go shopping for them!
Samantha
That is such a great idea! They look so beautiful and this is such an easy project to make! Now I want to go replace all the knobs in my kitchen!
Christina in FL
Oh Ananda, I thought they were hand painted also! 🙂 GREAT job and thank you so much for the graphics. Inspiration to replace some knobs which are very worn. 🙂
ananda
hi christina, thank you and enjoy!! =)
Andre'e
Hi there I am very excited about receiling the patterns. We have an old farm house in New Zealand and they are going to look amazing!
Marilyn Gray
Thank you for the designs…and the idea! Super wonderful idea!
ananda
thank you marilyn! =)
Angie
These turned out so pretty! I’m pinning this. My friend just bought a house and none of the knobs in her kitchen match… I mean not even in a fun boho mismatch way, just in a weird “why are some of these white, and why are some cream?” kind of way.
ananda
as soon as you said mismatch i was thinking Boho! haha! xo
Michelle
Brilliant!! One of my anthropologie knobs in the hallway just broke and now I need to replace all of them. Thank you for saving me big $$! So awesome!
Lis
I have been talking about decoupaging knobs for years and finally someone else has done them. I never would have thought to use plastic wrap so thanks so much for that info. Love your designs. Thanks for sharing.
ananda
thank you lis! this is my first time decoupaging knobs too! lots of fun!
DANI CC
We can’t believe how easy this looks and your results are so professional. Next time we need some knobs decorated we will revisit this post.
Gabi
First thing that came to my mind when seeing them was that you used a paper napkin to cover them. (I saw some awesome decorations made out of paper napkins) But this is much easier than using napkins, as they always break ti pieces during process because they are so thin.
I saw some ceramic knobs with similar design, but they did cost a fortune.
What if we would glue beautiful buttons or leaves on these wood knobs? Would they last?
Gabi
One more thing: I fell in love with your blog and your projects, as they are so inspiring. I wish you have enough time to create all you have in your mind and you want to create. Many thanks for your inspiring work from thousand miles away!
ananda
thank you gabi for your lovely wishes!! i did think about gluing buttons, that could be really cute! leaves might get too brittle and might be hard to work with though. just went to say hi on your blog, hope the comment went through! =)
Gabi
Thank you for commenting back 🙂
One more thought about buttons: I made them out of painted cork wines and the result was totally unexpected! Definitely, it was my favorite project till now!
Patty
I think this is just brilliant and so simple. Thank you so much for sharing.
ananda
thank you patty! =)
Kathy
Wow! I know, not very original but it’s all I can think…Wow!
Betsy Todd
Love your designs, so charming and amazing
Betsy
Chamoise
You are an atrist painter! i m always admiring your handwork… Artist is what you do for a living?
Have a verry nice day and thank’s…
Tenderness…
Sherrie
Wow!!!!!!!!!! they are amazing…you are so creative and clever…♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
pauline
these are gorgeous look so real thank you for sharing!!!
Alex
Very Creative! I really love good design
Kyla Matton Osborne (#RubyWriter)
These knobs are just amazing! And such a frugal way to get such a gorgeous effect! I have a desk that needs a makeover when my oldest gets home from her summer job in August. I think we’ll have to include some of these really cool knobs in our design!
debbie Parrish
thank you, these are so pretty, can’t wait to make some!
Donna
I read through all the comments hoping someone else would have asked this dumb question, but it looks like it’s up to me. 🙁 “Do you know how well these stand up to prolonged use?” 🙂
ananda
good question! i will add this to the post: if you coat them with Martha’s decoupage (link is in post) it’s dishwasher safe after letting cure for 28 days, which means- very durable! =)
Louise
BUT… don’t test them by putting them in the dishwater! They are made of wood, after all.
Dionne
Hello i love these doorknobs☺ but the link for the designs to download
doesnt seen to be working?
ananda
it’s the yellow download button that after filling out your email, a pdf will be emailed to you! =)
Stephanie
I hit the button and my email never came. Please send them on ahead, they are the perfect solution to my boring kitchen!
ananda
hi! it can end up in junk. the knob designs have been downloaded 2000+ times.
Dori Thompson
Beautiful! I can’t wait to do this. I might paint the knobs a color where unfinished wood is showing. I found this amazing silver paint in a tiny jar from which would be amazing. Hey the link to the printable design is not showing up. Can you send me the link please? Thanks so much for a great idea!
ananda
it’s the yellow download button that after filling out your email, a pdf will be emailed to you! =)
carol Thomas
I am so excited about making some of these! Thank you so very much for sharing!
Mary-the boondocks blog
These are so beautiful Ananda. And they look so high end. I would never have thought that they are just printables. Very smart and creative. I am hosting a new link party called Sweet Inspiration and would love to have you join us. It runs Fridays 10am est to Tuesdays.
Deb
These are absolutely stunning! Thanks so much for sharing them. Deb in North Jersey
Marie Caruana
I’m planning on repainting my kitchen cabinets…the design on these knobs would look wonderful!
Rose
Planning to build a new house and would love to be able to make knobs like this! thank you!
J jones
You place the the cut out designs in the knobs “design side down” ?
ananda
design side down on the plastic, design side up when on the knob! =)
Deborah Lockley
I can not get the designs to download. When I click on the link nothing happens. I love the knobs and want to make some for my cabinets. Help!
ananda
hi deborah, my site might have been down- it rarely happens. are you clicking the download link in the email sent to you?
try it again and let me know if you have trouble!
Sandi Richards
I don’t see a link for the download. These knobs look amazing, I’d love to try it.
ananda
sandi did you find the yellow download button towards the end? after entering your email, the pdf will be emailed =)
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Liz Weiss
Can you tell me the diameter of the paper circle? Thanks
Becky
Cant wait to give this a try! I wonder if scrapbook paper would work as well? They have lots of designs!!
ananda
definitely! great idea! =)
Debbie Fischer
Did you spray sealer coat on top of the decoupage ? I think that they would need this because mod podge is not waterproof. Overall though this is a great idea, I will be doing these to brighten up my kitchen. Thank you for sharing.
ananda
hi debbie, both mod podge and martha’s decoupage come in dishwasher safe choices, i used martha’s as a final coat =)
Beth
Love these, but there’s no download option. No yellow button, no hyperlinked text. Help! 😉
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Tintti Attila
Wonderful.thank you so much for this idea. I was not able to print cause I could not find how to do it.
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Kimberly Birch
Link please. 🙂 These are so cute.
Kimberly Birch
These are very cute. Don’t see a link to download.
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Valerie
These are so lovely. Will be doing this!
For those having trouble finding the download link, use your phone’s internet settings to request the desktop site, or a non-mobile device. Or perhaps just non-Android device.
Thanks for the fab tutorials. I could spend hours here!
Jeanne
These are super pretty. I cant wait to do this for my dresser.
I looked and looked but cant find the download you are so kindly sharing to make the knobs.
Help thanks in advance 🙂
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
joan laudermilk
Thank u, but mine won’t download :/
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Lori Hoffman
I just distressed an old dresser with this type of knob. I can’t wait to print these and get them on the dresser
Sheri Schmidt
Can’t wait to try this with my daughter
Linda
I cannot find the location in the article to download patterns. Please help!!!!!
Will someone email them to me?
Thanks!!!!!!!
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end! over 2000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Vicki Grammer
Beautiful
MJ
Wonderful idea thanks for sharing!
Holly Mixon
Will this work on stainless steel knobs? Thank you for sharing this lovely idea.
ananda
hi holly, i have seen decoupage on glass and metal, so it should work. i eould test it first on a spoon or a knob you already have, and see how durable it is. 🙂
Karen
I can’t find the yellow download link for the patterns. Awesome knobs!!
ananda
hi karen, it’s on page 2! 🙂
Clarissa
Love this idea! Will you please email me a pdf of the designs? I was unable to download it. Thanks.
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end on page 2! over 3000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Laura
I just downloaded these and they are so beautiful. Thanks very much. I was wondering if you could help me though. I would like to make a few of the same design. Would I have to print up the page 8 times or is there another way to get 8 of one design? Thanks!
ananda
hi laura, gimp is a free tool that you can use to make collage sheet of knobs from the set. if you google “gimp collage” there are lots of video tutorials, very easy to learn! https://www.google.com/search?q=gimp+collage&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8
Danielle
I am not sure how others have downloaded the patterns?
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end on page 2! over 3000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Verna
Thank you for this fabulous design. I’ve been looking for new knobs for my kitchen but these beautiful designs have transformed the existing ones. I painted them after sanding and stuck the paper disks on with the second coat. A couple of coats of varnish completed them. I’m so pleased with the finish.
Mary
Hi, I noticed you were able to download the button/knob files. I have tried several times to download using the yellow box that says “click here”. It brings up a box asking for my email info but when I click on download, the app freezes and never completes the link. Is there an alternate address I can download from?
ananda
hi mary, after entering your email, the download link should be emailed to your inbox(check junk folder!). if not, let me know! =)
Clare
I adore this …but having the same trouble. Read all the comments and tried everything. . Can’t download, and I don’t don’t want to be a nuisance. thank you . Clare xx
ananda
no worries! check your inbox and let me know if it isn’t there! =)
Cati
I wasn’t able to download the patterns for the knobs. Can you email it to me? Are there sites out there with all kinds of patterns for these? I wasn’t able to find any. Many thanks. They’re beautiful. I look forward to hearing back from you.
ananda
the yellow button is above the switch plate picture at the end on page 2! over 3000 downloads already. if you don’t see it, email the post link to some friends and they should find it! =)
Melissa burns
Love this
Fabiola
So authentic who would think is paper. Love all the colors you made.
Kathy
THESE ARE FANTASTIC!! Yes! I’m shouting! Lol. Thank you for posting these! I will definitely be making them.
Fanny
Thanks for sharing. Love it but I am unable to download the link? Do you have a website that can download them. Thanks.
ananda
it works! =) maybe email the post link to some friends and have them help and email the file to you? =)
Ruth @ Purely Splendid
Beautiful! I can think of some cabinets and drawers that are going to get a makeover in my house!! Thank You!
Anne Vanden Broek
I love this idea. Since I plan on painting my cabinets soon i will be trying this out.
By the way, half of my expensive Anthropologie knobs broke, save your money.
ananda
oh, thank you anne for letting me know about the Anthro knobs! =)
Beverly Cornell
I have to come back and tell you that each time I pushed the yellow button it froze, I thought it didn’t go through. But, later I found 3 emails where it did indeed go through. Thanks! Can’t wait to try today 🙂
Alejandra
Hello,
Can I purchase the knobs already made? I love them. Im redoing my spanish kitchen and would love them. I hope it is a yes! Alex
ananda
hi alex! thank you for your kind words! =) i don’t really sell any of the DIY projects since i only make them once for the blog, but these are SO easy and fun to make! =)
sneha
love these patterns ….I have a thing for Mediterranean style ….probably will never make door knobs but sure can use the download for cupcake toppers or cookies 🙂
Cat | ctrl + curate
Found via Apartment Therapy- amazing patterns + tutorial!
Jacque Avant
Where have you been. I just found you and I want to be on your mailing list. What a great page. Thank you for the downloads of the knob papers.
ananda
thank you jaque! happy to have you here! 🙂
Katy
Made these today. They look fabulous. Thank you for your inspired design.
ananda
thank you katy! happy crafting! =)
Lisa K
I just love these designs but I can not get it to email them to me. I am on page 2 and hit the yellow button right above the outlet plates. Inserted my email and name and hit send and…nothing. Just sits there and spins. I would really like the pdf! Can you help?
ananda
hi lisa, sometimes it does that but you should still get an email from us after you hit send.
let me know if not, – check junk folder- will figure out a way to get it to you! =)
Beverly Tawhara
Brilliant.
Sarah
Hi. I have tried several times and on different devices to download the knob designs from your article. However, when I click on the download link, it just brings me back to the page. Nothing else comes up. Could you please email me the designs? This is not working, and I really wanted to make these. Thanks!
ananda
hi sarah, if you did not get our emailed downloads in your inbox or junk folder, please let me know
Carey
Brilliant! I love this and can’t wait to try it! 😀 thanks for the great idea
Gill Freed
Thank you Ananda for your inspiring blog!
I’d like to print some of the paper designs for door knobs but when I click on the download I’m taken back to the top of the same page. Would you be able to email me the download? Gill
ananda
hi gill! i am traveling and do not have the file. please send the link to friends and they should be able to download. lots of downloads everyday, it works! =)
Coco Rios
Truly amazing! Thank you so much for doing this. Being able to change the size without the resolution getting flubbed up, is such a huge deal! Plus these designs are spectacular! It’s exactly what I was looking for. You just saved me so much in money and time.
ananda
thank you Coco! enjoy! =)
Sandy Drew
Thank you SO much these are so beautiful.
Robyn
I love the idea of decoupaging the drawer knobs, how easy, I can’t wait to try it for myself 🙂
Nancy Crates
Nice!
Mary Barber
I recently purchased over 100 wooden knobs at a thrift store for about $8. Can’t wait to get started on them with these beautiful designs. I can now think of so many uses for those lovely knobs.
Thank you for sharing.
ananda
wow that sounds amazing Mary!! feel free to post some on my facebook page! 🙂
Mary Barber
I got the download info but when I don’t get it. Am I doing something wrong. Is there another way to get the download to work.
Thanks,
Mary
ananda
hi mary, did you get the link to download in an email from us?
simplence
Your design is really great, I like it very much
Jerri
I had so much fun making these knobs. They were easy and beautiful. Thank you A Piece of Rainbow for the templates and tutorial.
song
Super wonderful idea!
MPG
Delft is in the Netherlands. Lovely little town with gorgeous ceramic designs, but nowhere near Spain or Italy.
DEBBIE
Thank you so Much! I saw these months ago, and printed them. I used Chalk paint on an old nightstand that had the perfect knows for this. It looks awesomE. I used gloss decoupage medium and they truly look like porcelain ķnobs.
Sandy
Just what I need for a dresser I’m redoing since it has flat wooden knobs, thanks
Corinna
Absolutely beautiful knobs, the look hand painted! Love them.
The link for the pdf file leads back to your page and I am not receiving them in email. 🙁 I did check my junk folder, too.
ananda
hi corinna, it seems to be working. either way, i amalmost finished setting up a free members page with all the downloads. it should be up in 1-2 weeks! =)
Joani
Beautiful,
Linda
Nice, fabric would work great to.
ananda
great idea Linda! thank you for sharing! =)
Haley
Hi! i seem to be having the same issue.. I typed in my email and my name and have not received an email (even in my junk). Please let me know of any other way i could access these beautiful designs!
ananda
there was a glitch. now the pdf should open as soon as you submit the form! =)
Haley
Thank you!
may cao rau
Asked my girl about your blog, and now she talks about you everyday. Thank you for everything
Gale de Bree
Love it but cant find the down load button?
ananda
hi gale, it is towards the end on page 2! =)
Amanda
I have been waiting for 3 days and still no email link to download the printable knobs..I have registered and still nothing….please tell me how to get the download.
ananda
hi amanda! have you checked spam and promotions folders?
Emily
Hi! These are so pretty! Wondering how much wrinkly/distorted the designs got on the edges (where the knobs curve)- I’m thinking about doing it using stickers with Beatrix Potter scenes for our baby’s nursery, and not sure if the curvature would be a problem. Would love to hear your thoughts!
Also, have they held up well with use over the last year?
Thank you!
ananda
hi emily! i think Beatrix Potter scenes would be fabulous! my knobs have a gentle curve on the surface so it was not an issue. they have held up super well! =)
Melody
How do I download the prints for the ceramic door knobs?
ananda
find the yellow button! 🙂
Karen
Hello
I have sent you my email address and for some reason i can’t get your email and I so want to download the door knob patterns.
ananda
try it here! =) https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/creative-fun/
Angelica
What is the music in the video? The piano is simple and lovely! I would love to buy it.
ananda
hi angelica, i got it from this channel – https://www.youtube.com/user/fanjason0 can’t remember which, but all his music is beautiful like this one! =)
Trish
I have been trying to download several templates. When I click on the download, I get a pop up asking for me to sign up. I am already signed up and fill in the form anyway. I never get the email where I can click to download the templates. It’s not in my usual emails, nor are they in promos or spam. ???
ananda
hi trish, the confirmation button takes you right to the downloads page, our weekly newsletter also has a button to it! =)
Lydia
Hi! I’ve tried multiple times to click on the yellow download button, and it doesn’t work. I even tried registering my email multiple times, and clicking the link via the email that was sent to me. Any suggestions?
ananda
please check spam folder!
here it is, enjoy! =)
https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/creative-fun/
Chelsea
I want 60 knobs of the same pattern. It appears your template has protection against copying. I tried to copy and paste but the paste was a black square. Is it possible to send me a sheet af the 1 design. The knob on the lower right is my choice
ananda
hi! you should be able to do a screen capture and save it as jpeg. or use gimp(free) to make a collage!
Chelsea
Thank you for your answer. It worked like a charm
Siobhan
Hi, I’ve just put my completed knobs back on the dresser – they look great. Thank you for the design. They are so easy to do.
Denise Petkus
These are truly lovely, however, I see no way to download them. I have looked and looked and nothing. Would you be able to e-mail me a copy of the knob patterns. I would be ever so grateful! Thank you.
ananda
hi! try this page! =)
https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/creative-fun/
Jasmine
Hi,
You put that there is a link to download the designs but I can’t find it and nothing takes me to this.
Can you please send the link. Thank you so much I love them.
Ester
Hola, me encanta tu página y estos pomos se ven increíbles, sin embargo no aparece el enlace para descargarlos, también tengo problemas con otros proyectos para descargar ya que no recibo el correo de confirmación para poder acceder a las descargas. Escribo desde España, por favor, me interesa mucho poder acceder a tus maravillosas descargas, pero parece que nada funciona, ¿podrías darme una solución? Gracias y un cordial saludo.
ananda
try this! =)
https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/creative-fun/
Debbi Spencer
I downloaded several mandala designs from the internet and used them to make the knobs on my bi-fold closet doors. First ones looked great until I tried to top them with Delta Triple Thick Glaze…which made the color run. So I scraped that one off and tried various things on paper before redoing the knob; Liquitex Matte Medium and Delta Gloss Varnish both made the colors run, but a spray of ModPodge seemed to be OK. Now I just have to try another sealer top coat product over that to see how to if it actually sealed the color before I reprint and repaste that knob and finish the rest. It may be that I will have to go to Staples and have my mandalas printed on the laser printer. I have had trouble with transfers from my inkjet printer before too. Either way, these are easy, beautiful and I can’t believe what a difference they make on the doors! I have a dresser with wooden knobs waiting to be done too! Fun to look for patterns and themes (seashells, anchors, flowers, faces, endless possibilities!!) to put on them! Thanks so much for the tutorial-it’s one of my all time favorites!
ananda
hi debbi! thank you so much for sharing! 🙂 modpodge works great for my inkjet prints. feel free to share photos and tag us on instagram or facebook! 🙂