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The "Poor Man's Art"
Decoupage has a long history as both an art form and a craft. From gorgeous museum pieces to down home serving trays, decoupaging techniques can be used to create almost anything.
Read on and learn about decoupage and see how you can learn this easy craft for yourself!
What the heck is decoupage anyway?
According to Wikipedia, decoupage " the art of decorating an object by gluing colored paper cut outs onto it in combination with special paint effects, gold leaf, etc. Commonly an object like a small box or an item of furniture is covered by cutouts from magazines or from purpose-manufactured papers. Each layer is sealed with varnishes (often multiple coats) until the "stuck on" appearance disappears and the result looks like painting or inlay work. The traditional technique used 30-40 layers of varnish which were then sanded to a polished finish. This was known in 18th century England as The Art of Japanning after its presumed origins.""There are many varieties on the traditional technique involving purpose made 'glue' requiring fewer layers (often 5 or 20, depending on the amount of paper involved). Cutouts are also applied under glass or raised to give a three dimensional appearance according to the desire of the decouper. Currently decoupage is a popular handicraft."
What You Need to Get Started
a few simple supplies will do it
- Something to decoupage onto - tray, furniture, canvas, box, almost any surface will do
- Pictures to decoupage - from magazines, gift wrap, tissue paper, napkins, fabric
- Cutting tool - scissors, exacto knife
- Glue - diluted white glue or the popular Modge Podge glue both work well
- Smoothing Tool - popsicle sticks are the frequent tool of choice, though fingers can work well too!
- Glue Spreader - brushes, sponges, whatever :)
- Sealer - Varnish, spray acrylic or the glue itself will work fine
Get the supplies you need at Joann's
Decoupage Trays
This is a great project from Country Sampler Magazine"Decoupage your favorite floral prints to a black-painted pizza pan to imitate expensive, tole trays imported from Europe."
Learn How to Decoupage
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Decoupaged Toilet Seat
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Check out Learn more about decoupage
- How to Decoupage and Free Decoupaging Projects
- Learn more about this fun craft technique and try some of these fun decoupage projects.
- How to Decoupage - Basic Techniques 101
- Learn how to decoupage. Here are basic decoupage techniques, supply lists, and easy projects you can do.
- Discover Decoupage
- Home page of the National Guild of Decoupeurs. Photos of members' pieces along with membership and trade information.
- Decoupage Basics : Home & Garden Television
- Give old furniture a new look by using some of the ideas shared in this collection of decoupage projects.
- Decoupage & Paper Mache Projects
- Find decoupage paper projects including glass, plates, and more from the experts at DIYNetwork.com.
- Decoupage Puzzle Blocks - Decoupage Crafts
- decoupage puzzle blocks sets - a free decoupage craft project from All Free Crafts.
- How To Decoupage A Glass Platter | ExpertVillage Videos
- How To Decoupage A Glass Platter. Get an introduction on how to decoupage a glass platter in this free video craft clip.
- Free Decoupage Projects & Paper Tole Instructional How to Resources
- Learn how to decoupage and paper tole: Free projects and resources with history and modern techniques, tips, galleries, and tutorials.
Flickr Decoupage Photos
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Anna Griffin's Decoupage Birdhouses
"Scrapbookers, crafters and brides-to-be have long been fans of Anna Griffin's beautiful invitations and decorative papers. Now decoupage artists can join the crowd as fans of Griffin's decoupage papers, which come in a dozen themed paper packs, including shells, pansies, grapes and more."Check out the step-by-step instructions on creating these beautiful decoupaged birdhouses here on HGTV.com and on her website at www.annagriffin.com
Great Decoupage Stuff on eBay
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- RebeccaJF RebeccaJF Jul 5, 2008 @ 7:03 pm
- Terrific lens on a fun hobby!
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- EvieJewelry EvieJewelry Apr 13, 2008 @ 11:34 am
- Great lens saw you on the stores board
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- NewRiver NewRiver Apr 12, 2008 @ 3:53 pm
- WOnderful lens! Saw you on the stores board..........
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- wildrosetreasure wildrosetreasure Apr 12, 2008 @ 5:54 am
- Great lens I enjoy decoupage.
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- minnymalse minnymalse Apr 12, 2008 @ 5:34 am
- Saw you on the stores board. Some beautiful stuff here. 5 stars for you. http://best.candystore.ever.com
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