Decoupage technique for beginners in metal. All about decoupage! Chair decorations

Decoupage is a fun activity that gives you the opportunity to revive old things. Using various technologies, it is possible to produce unique items: bottles, furniture, etc. They will be a wonderful decoration for your home, suitable for gifts and even for sale. To master this technique, no special skills are required. You can learn decoupage for beginners step by step from photos in master classes, and also watch decoupage lessons on video.

What is decoupage?

Decoupage is a technique for decorating various objects by gluing to them various images that are previously cut out of paper. Things made with your own hands have special value. The human soul is embedded in them.

For beginners, it will be easier to master the decoupage technique if you first familiarize yourself with step-by-step photos and videos, and also adhere to the following recommendations:

• You can glue a pattern to a surface (a bottle or furniture) in different ways, but it is advisable to smooth it, starting from the center and gradually moving to the edges.
• To glue the picture, it is advisable to use PVA glue.
• An activity like decoupage requires patience - for example, using a hairdryer to dry furniture faster can only cause harm.
• Acrylic paint will help make the drawing more beautiful and natural, so do not neglect it.
• It is advisable to apply two layers of varnish, but you must wait until the first one dries.
• Acrylic varnish is best suited for creating products using the decoupage technique, since it has no odor and does not cause allergic reactions upon contact with human skin.
• Before gluing the paper with a pattern, you need to clean the surface from dirt using a damp cloth or alcohol solution.

On a note! The good news for beginners is that varnishes and acrylic paints can be washed off within the first 24 hours with plain water. This means that it is possible to correct shortcomings in the work.

Required tools and materials

To make an exclusive item using the decoupage technique with your own hands, you will need a certain set of materials and tools. First of all, you need to prepare the item itself for decoration using the decoupage technique. It could be a bottle, plate, furniture or something else. For decoupage, glass, plastic, ceramic or any other working surface is allowed. True, experts recommend that beginners train on a tree.

In addition to the decoupage object itself, you will need the following materials and tools:

• Special napkins with different designs.
• Special cards used for decoupage - with them the products are of better quality, but it is easier to work with napkins.
• Small scissors - preferably they have rounded ends (this makes it easier to cut out a design from a napkin);
• A flat brush 1-2 cm wide - with a tool of this size, paint and varnish are applied better.
• PVA glue or a special composition for decoupage to fix the napkin.
• Varnish - you can use glossy, matte, acrylic and others.
• Sandpaper - helps prepare the surface for work.
• A primer for leveling the surface, which will help reduce paint consumption.

Armed with these tools and materials, as well as step-by-step instructions, you can begin creating exclusive products using the decoupage technique.

Basic Techniques

To fix a pattern on the surface of the object being decorated, you can use various methods:

• Standard decoupage involves cutting out a design from paper and gluing it to a surface, followed by varnishing after drying.
• Reverse decoupling - a transparent base is used, the design is glued to the glass surface with the front side, and after drying, varnish is applied.
• Artistic composition - several drawings are combined into a single whole, you can add shadows, painting and accents.
• Decopatch - this type of decoupage requires the use of newspapers, magazines, and fabric drawings, which completely fill the working surface.
• Volumetric decoupage - first the drawing is glued to the surface, and then painting is done on it.

On a note! Beginners should start with simpler decoupage from napkins, and only after gaining experience move on to complex techniques.

Master classes on decoupage step by step with photos

Master classes will help you decorate objects using the decoupage technique. Step-by-step instructions with photos will simplify the task even for novice craftsmen.

Master class 1: furniture decoupage

To decorate furniture, you should prepare napkins with designs, paints, varnish, PVA glue, bitumen and tape. For beginners, it will be more convenient to work with a large surface, so it is advisable to choose a chest of drawers or something similar. If you want to create vintage furniture, you should not skimp on craquelure varnish, since it will help you achieve the desired effect.

A master class on decorating furniture step by step with photos is presented below.

Master class 2: glass decoupage

Glass products are suitable for decoupage. Bottles and other utensils are often used for this purpose. In this master class, you will do ducoupage of a glass jar. It is worth noting that a bottle of champagne is often decorated in a similar way for a New Year's gift.

To do this, you need to prepare an alcohol-based napkin, white acrylic paint, varnish, a stationery clip, a sponge, napkins with drawings, PVA glue, a toothpick, brushes, a toothbrush, coffee beans, burnt umber, bitumen varnish and twine.

The article allows the reader to become familiar with such a concept as decoupage for beginners. Step by step, with photos, we will analyze all the most popular decoupage techniques. After reading the article, you will learn to put some tips and instructions into practice, creating unique crafts with your own hands.

For ease of reading, the material is divided into several large parts:

• what is decoupage, what you should know before starting work, list of materials and tools;
• master classes on a variety of techniques - from ordinary work with napkins to creating glass goblets with drawings;
• reviews from masters, top 5 most common mistakes made by beginners during the decoupage process.

The concept of decoupage technique

Decoupage is a technique for decorating objects by inserting a picture or drawing, followed by coating the glued composition with varnish or paint, ensuring the preservation of the created appearance of the object.

The beginning of decoupage dates back to the fifteenth century. This art originated in Germany - there are the first mentions of the technique. Cut out pictures were used to decorate furniture and create unique interior items. In Venice, elaborately carved images were used, covered with many layers of varnish.

The second flowering of the decoupage technique began in the Victorian era in England, from where decoupage as a hobby spread in the first half of the twentieth century. In Russia, there was a similar technique of icon painting, and decoupage itself was developed in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

Advantages and disadvantages

Decoupage is an excellent method of decorating interior items. Like any decor, it has its own pros and cons that determine its use for decoration.

Advantages:

• the ability to use any material;
• ease of execution;
• availability of materials for work;
• high durability of most types of decor.

Decoupage is undemanding to the source material. Napkins, magazine clippings, and individual printouts are used as drawings. If you wish, you can cut out flowers from the wallpaper and place them on the cabinets - decoupage does not limit the author’s imagination.

Decoupage does not require any special skills or tools - all you need is scissors, an old magazine, varnish and a brush. In some cases, there is no need to carefully cut out the design, since some carelessness can add additional charm to the interior.

Varnish and paint are sold in any store. Decorating a wooden door will take no more than one 200 ml can of varnish.

Almost all types of decoupage are durable due to varnish protection. Fragile works include those protected by other means or without protection at all. For varnished designs, the only threat is cracking over time.

Flaws:

• impossibility of application to all interior items;
• requirement for accuracy when working;
• difficulties when working indoors.

Not every piece of furniture is decorated using the decoupage technique for beginners. Step by step, with photos, we will analyze how bottles, fabric, plastic, cutting boards and other objects are decorated. Upholstered furniture or glass is not so easy to decorate. The varnish will not adhere to the fabric, and the glass will be damaged. In some cases this is not critical, but do not apply decoupage to glass in windows, since removing the varnish is extremely problematic.

The surface for decoupage must be prepared - the old peeling layers of coating are removed from it. This applies to enamel on old furniture, which must be completely sanded.

To work, you need to be patient - delicate drawings require great care from the master when creating, since careless movement will easily tear the paper. This is critical when using thin paper.

Paint and varnish products have a specific smell that takes a long time to evaporate from the room. Considering that decoupage requires applying several layers of varnish, we recommend carrying out this operation outdoors.

The situation is aggravated when it is necessary to sand the surface to begin work. With large sizes of the latter, a lot of dust and debris often form. This will put an end to the possibility of working indoors.

What you need to know before you start making decoupage

Before you start working with drawings, study the features of the fabrics and materials with which you will work.

A thick pattern for decoration looks less natural. This imposes restrictions on the use of thick cardboard and introduces its own requirements for the accuracy of work during the creation of the drawing.

Not every drawing is located under varnish. The image must have solvent-resistant paints that will not begin to dissolve under the influence of the latter. Glossy designs are excellent, less so are images printed with inkjet ink.

Consider the combination of colors during decoupage for beginners (step by step instructions with photos below). Carefully select images for decoration, since an already fixed illustration is almost impossible to remove from the surface.

What you need for decoupage for beginners: a list to get started

For almost any type of decoupage, a standard list of materials and tools is sufficient. So, what do you need for decoupage for beginners - list of things:

• drawing;
• scissors;
• glue;
• glue brush;
• varnish;
• varnish brush;
• sandpaper.

To make standard decoupage you need a drawing. It is selected in advance. Scissors are needed to cut it. For greater accuracy of work, use a stationery knife with a sharp blade, or special decoupage knives.

Be especially careful when choosing glue. You can also use regular PVA glue, but over time it will give the image a yellowish color. To get rid of the effect, choose a special glue that is sold in arts and crafts stores.

You should choose a special varnish - it is applied in thinner layers and does not use aggressive solvents that can damage the design. If you don’t have this, use regular varnish for wood or other material - it is selected depending on the material used.

Any brushes can be used, but for glue it is preferable to have several brushes of different sizes, allowing you to carefully apply it under the design.

Sandpaper is useful for cleaning the surface from roughness before coating and treating the varnish. We recommend using sandpaper of the least accessible fractions – 1600, 3200 and others. Too large will unnecessarily damage the varnish and surface.

Decoupage for beginners: video master class

This video shows a master class on the technique. For successful work, just follow the tips and steps presented in the video.

Decoupage for beginners: step by step with photos 7 master classes

Below are step-by-step instructions with photos. Decoupage for beginners will not seem so difficult if you adhere to the clear rules that we described below.

Decoupage with napkins: step-by-step instructions

Napkins are a very affordable, but not the easiest material to work with. They have a beautiful pattern and look good as decoration, but leave unsightly folds.

To work you will need:

• napkin;
• water;
• flat surface for drawing;
• acrylic lacquer;
• brushes

Start by cutting out a design from a napkin. We recommend doing this with a stationery knife or a set of decoupage knives. The more accurately the design is cut, the better the quality of the finished element.

During cutting, the napkin will most likely begin to delaminate. Remove the layers without the image, leaving only the layer with the image. This will make the result more realistic.

	1. Place the design on the surface - the napkin attaches perfectly to it. The approach allows you to completely get rid of all possible folds.
	2. Wet the brush and begin to smooth out the design.
	3. If any wrinkle appears during work, carefully lift the edge and smooth it out with a brush. The napkin will lie neatly without wrinkles.

Wait for the water to dry. During soaking, the napkin will increase slightly in size, so take this into account when composing the composition.

Finally, coat the entire composition with varnish. The varnish depends on the type of surface. Acrylic varnish is universal. Apply it with a brush in one direction. The number of layers depends on the wishes of the master; 2-5 layers of varnish are enough.

The detailed process of decoupage with napkins is in the video below.

On wood

In the master class presented below we will talk about decoupage for beginners in wood. Step by step, with a photo in it, we will decorate a wooden panel. No special skills are required for the work, and all materials are sold in craft stores.

List to work with:

• tablet;
• rice paper for decoupage;
• green and white acrylic paints;
• acrylic glue and varnish;
• brushes

	1. Work begins by painting the board with acrylic paints. Paint the front side and sides.
	2. To highlight the main composition, paint the side in a different shade. White and green acrylic paint are mixed to create a softer shade.
	3. While the board is drying, prepare your drawing. Tear the rice paper without fear with your hands - this approach eliminates noticeable transitions.
	4. After the entire composition has been torn out, place it on a board and glue it with acrylic glue. It can be applied directly to the drawing itself.
	5. After the glue has dried, add decorative branches. This is done with green acrylic paint.
	6. Once the glue and paint are dry, begin applying varnish. The varnish is applied in one direction - for example, from top to bottom.
	7. The last step is the addition of decorative beads applied to the acrylic varnish that has not yet hardened.
	8. After the varnish has dried, the finished work is obtained.

The video shows the complete process of creating a decorative panel using the decoupage technique.

Decoupage on fabric

Working with fabric is almost no different from ordinary decoupage; the main thing is to be as careful as possible while working. The master class tells how to use decoupage techniques to add a design to an ordinary bag, making it a work of art.

You will need:

• bag;
• special decoupage glue for fabric;
• acrylic varnish for fabric;
• brushes

	1. Work begins with trying on a napkin. It is important to make sure that it is the right size for the item. It's okay if she goes beyond his boundaries.
	2. After trying on, cut out the design, which is subsequently placed on the bag.
	3. Layer the napkin - take only the front part of the napkin, where the design is located.
	4. Next, place the napkin on the bag. To apply the glue evenly, mark the borders. It is convenient to do this with pins, marking the edges of the future drawing.
	5. Apply acrylic fabric decoupage glue to the fabric. It is sold in arts and crafts stores. Before applying glue, place cellophane under the fabric - multifors are suitable for this.
	6. After applying the glue, place the picture. Smooth it out with a brush. Place the napkin perfectly evenly.
	7. Ironing is done through a multifora - this way the napkin will stick well. After this, apply a special varnish glue.
	8. Wait until the fabric dries. To enhance the effect, iron the design through a sheet of paper.
	9. Then make other decorations - for example, embroidery along the edges of the design.

Other features of the work are presented in the video, which makes it possible to create exactly the same bag.

On plastic

The master class explains how decoupage is done on plastic. An old computer mouse is used as a basis, which will become a pleasant element of room design.

Tools and materials:

• mouse;
• synthetic water brush;
• acrylic lacquer;
• napkin with a pattern;
• PVA glue;
• stationery knife.

The work begins with processing the plastic. It often becomes contaminated with grease, so wash it well and treat it with alcohol. This will get rid of excess fat, which will damage the fragile design on the napkin.

	1. Cut out the design. Layer the napkin, removing excess layers under the pattern. After cutting the napkin, this is easy to do.
	2. The next step is placement. Place the design in the desired location and smooth it with water. Water will soften the napkin and make it more flexible for the following operations.
	3. Glue the design using PVA glue or decoupage glue. The latter is better because it does not leave a yellow tint, but in the absence of it, other adhesives can be used.
	4. Apply acrylic varnish in several layers - the next layer is laid after the previous one has dried. This provides durability to the coating. After the varnish has dried, cut the pattern at the joints of the keys with a regular stationery knife.

More details about decoupage on plastic in the video below. It is permissible to use this method with any plastic – the main thing is to degrease it first.

Decoupage cutting board

Creating a board using the decoupage technique is almost no different from creating a panel. The technique is similar and the only differences are in the material used.

You will need:

• uncoated wooden board;
• a napkin with a suitable pattern;
• acrylic paints;
• PVA glue;
• brushes and sponge.

	1. Prepare the board. To do this, paint one side of it with acrylic paints using a piece of sponge.
	2. Wait until the board is completely dry. At this point, prepare your drawing. As with any decoupage napkin, layer and cut or tear it to the desired size.
	3. Glue the napkin with PVA glue. Apply it from the center of the design, smoothing it evenly and getting rid of wrinkles.
	4. Since the drawing does not occupy the entire surface of the board, additionally paint over the free space. To do this, select acrylic paint to match the background color of the napkin and paint over the entire remaining space. It is permissible to work with an acrylic sponge.
	5. When the paint is dry, coat the decoupaged side of the board with acrylic varnish. Cover with 2-3 layers - this will make the board more resistant to use. Use the other side of the board as usual.

Decoupage bottles for beginners: step by step with photos

Working with glass is different from other materials. It is specially prepared for the job, since ordinary paint or acrylic varnish does not adhere to glass.

To complete the work you will need:

• bottle;
• napkin;
• acrylic primer;
• sponge;
• degreaser - solvent or alcohol;
• acrylic paint;
• acrylic lacquer.

Let's take a closer look at how bottle decoupage is done for beginners, step by step with photos and useful recommendations.

	1. Degrease the surface with alcohol or acetone. It is important to wipe the entire surface - otherwise the soil will not settle on the glass.
	2. Prime and paint the bottle. To do this, take an acrylic primer and mix it in half with the paint of the desired color. Apply priming using wet movements, leaving an equal layer of primer on the entire bottle. Cover the surface with paint of any color.
	3. Prepare your drawing. This is done by peeling the napkin and cutting it into the necessary sections. After preparing them, start gluing - this is done with PVA glue. Glue it with gentle movements from the center to the edges, smoothing the napkin.
	4. After the glue has dried, coat the entire bottle with acrylic varnish using a soft brush, creating several protective layers.

Decoupage on glass

Decoupage on glass is one of the most difficult, as it requires great care in the work. Otherwise, the glass will become cloudy and lose its appearance.

For work, prepare:

• glass surface;
• napkins with the required pattern;
• decoupage glue and varnish;
• brushes

	1. Work begins with preparing the surface - degrease it using any solvent (alcohol or acetone). Since the method does not involve coloring, immediately prepare the drawing - to do this, peel the napkin and tear out the drawing of the desired size and shape.
	2. Afterwards, the drawing is located in the required place and glued. Work from the center outwards, leveling the napkin. Additionally, dry the drawing with a hairdryer - this will speed up the work process.
	3. The last step is to cover the drawings with acrylic varnish. Any extension beyond the edges of the design is noticeable, so apply the varnish with due care exclusively to the design. Acrylic varnish is difficult to remove from the surface, so there is no room for error during coating.

Wait for the varnish to dry and place a candle in the wine glass. The decorated piece acts as an excellent candle holder at night, creating stunning patterns in the room.

More details of the work in the video below - it shows the process of gluing and varnishing a glass.

To help beginners - from people with practice

Decoupage is a hobby with a lot of fans. Despite the apparent complexity, there are a large number of nuances that are not always available to beginners. Next we will talk about some of them.

What professional decoupage artists will tell us - reviews, recommendations

“Decoupage is a cheap and profitable hobby that requires almost no skills. But sometimes the work seems too deceptive. You should start learning technology with unnecessary things that you don’t mind spoiling. Don’t neglect special varnishes and adhesives - they allow you to do the work much more beautifully and accurately.”

Alla Nikitenko– teacher of decoupage courses in Moscow with 5 years of experience.

“For me, the main advantage of decoupage as a hobby is its limitlessness - there are no restrictions for a decoupage artist, since the technique can be applied to almost any surface. You shouldn’t stand still - having completed one subject, start another, because only through practice does one gain mastery.”

Olga Ivanenko– practicing decoupage artist, 4 years of experience.

TOP 5 mistakes

The list below was compiled by experts and allows you to learn about the most common mistakes when decoupage.

1. Smoothing the pattern from the edges to the center. In this case, folds form on it. This is noticeable with napkins because they are soft and thin. When gluing the design, work exclusively from the center to the edges;
2. When decoupaging glass or other smooth surfaces, be sure to use a primer. Neglecting it will negate all efforts - the varnish will quickly peel off the surface, ruining all the work;
3. When choosing a pattern for decoupage, you cannot use thick patterns with smooth edges. Such notches are very noticeable - especially when viewed from the side. This will spoil the appearance of the product and make it unpleasant.
4. Buy a special set of brushes for glue and varnish. Using natural brushes for varnish leads to damage to the appearance due to destruction of the fiber, and using synthetics for glue leads to damage to the design. Mixing glue and varnish on the same brush leads to unpredictable results.
5. When working with napkins, cut them after delamination. Otherwise, the drawing will shift relative to the lines and deteriorate, becoming unsuitable for further work. Using glossy images, first cover them with water, loosening the tension of the surface layer.

Decoupage courses in Moscow for beginners - school addresses

In this article I would like to cover in detail the decoupage technique. Convenient master classes will help even beginners master this needlework.

The pleasant-to-hear word “decoupage” immediately evokes associations of something elegant and beautiful. That’s right: the things touched by this art amaze with their special charm. And, what’s most interesting, absolutely anyone can master the decoupage technique. Let's talk in this article about how this miracle happens.

Decoupage technique for beginners

The decoupage technique has its basics things beginners need to know:

• You can glue the picture in different ways, but the best way is smooth it out from the center to the edges. There should be no bubbles or folds initially.
• It is recommended to glue using the old proven method, that is PVA glue. It will hold the drawing very tightly

IMPORTANT: Do not try to do everything quickly - it is very important to let the furniture dry thoroughly. And not with the help of a hairdryer, but in a natural way.

• Don't neglect acrylic paint- this way the image does not look alien, and the thing itself becomes more elegant. Apply paint preferably with a roller

• How many layers of varnish should there be? As a rule, the best results are obtained when there are two layers. Moreover, before applying the second one, you must wait until the first one has dried.

IMPORTANT: Construction varnish will work, but acrylic varnish is preferable, as it is odorless and does not cause allergies.

• It is useful for beginners to know that acrylic paints and varnishes are washed off with plain water during the first 24 hours after work. Thus, not entirely successful work can be easily corrected
• Whatever the idea, the thing must go through the preparation stage. It includes cleansing both from various types of contaminants and dust.

IMPORTANT: It is advisable to use a solution containing alcohol, however, just a damp cloth will do.

As for the types of techniques, then there are few of them:

• Classic - This is when the picture is attached using a dry, wet or hot method, and then varnished and then polished. You can also tint it

• Artistic or smoky- looks like a real painting thanks to the successful combination of the picture with the background

• Reverse - recommended for processing transparent surfaces
• Gluing occurs on the reverse side of the item being decorated.
• Decopatch or patchwork - in other words, similar to a patchwork quilt

IMPORTANT: Decopatch can be achieved on any materials, but beginners are recommended to use special paper.

• Volumetric - very similar to relief painting. Fabric and so-called structural paste will help with this. They also use a material that is very similar to eggshells

What you need for decoupage: tools, materials

• First of all, it's yourself decoupage object. And it can be anything from furniture to small plates. Any surface is allowed - wood, glass, fabric, plastic, ceramics, porcelain, metal

IMPORTANT: It is better to take the first steps in decoupage on wooden surfaces.

• Napkins special for decoupage with images to suit your taste

• Cards for decoupage— they are a little more difficult to work with than with napkins, but the paint on such cards is of good quality. Beginners are recommended to purchase cards on rice paper - they are thin and durable, and do not stretch during work.

• Scissors It is recommended to use those that are small in size and have rounded ends - this will guarantee that small parts can be cut out of thin paper without any problems
• Brush you need a flat one, the width is desirable within a centimeter or two - varnish and paint are applied to such tools simply perfectly. And keep in mind that the larger the item being processed, the larger the brush should be

This brush is what you need for decoupage

• Glue - as previously mentioned, PVA is still desirable, although you can purchase special glue for decoupage just for fun

IMPORTANT: Usually, after gluing a picture, craftsmen treat it with paints and varnish. Sometimes the adhesive properties of the varnish are enough, but it’s better to keep PVA with you.

• Varnish - and again a flight of fancy is guaranteed. Matte, glossy, acrylic, diamond glitter effect and craquelure - a choice for every taste. The advantages of decoupage varnishes are that they are odorless, do not turn yellow over time and, which is important during the work process, do not allow brush marks on the surface
• Sandpaper - an indispensable assistant in preparing the surface for work
• Primer It is also advisable to purchase, as it perfectly levels the surface and helps reduce paint costs. The best choice is an acrylic non-toxic water-based primer

Decoupage for beginners from napkins: master class

The smooth ceramic surface of the plate is what beginner decoupage artists need. It is still not recommended to eat food from such a plate, but as a decorative item it is incomparable. You will need to stock up:

1. Actually, with a plate
2. Alcohol wipe
3. Napkin for decoupage
4. Stationery file
5. Spray bottle with water
6. Glue
7. Acrylic varnish
8. Acrylic paints
9. Brush
10. Roller

Decorative plate made using decoupage method

Let's get started:

• First of all, we take alcohol wipes - they are excellent degrease the plate. After it has dried thoroughly, you need Apply PVA to the entire surface. And leave it to dry again
• Now It's time to start making decoupage napkins. You need to carefully separate the first layer with the pattern from it.

IMPORTANT: Many beginners mistakenly believe that the drawing should look up after applying the napkin to the surface. In fact, it is applied with the front part precisely to the surface.

• Place a layer on the file so that it does not tear. Then spray it all with water from a spray bottle.
• That's all - the file can be applied to the surface of the plate
• Next with a roller smoothing is carried out in the direction from the center to the edges. This must be done, otherwise excess moisture and air will interfere with the normal attachment of the image. However, you can do without a roller - a flat brush will serve as a good alternative
• Now the file is removed and the remaining moisture is removed an ordinary napkin. You can coat it with varnish or paint, glue three-dimensional elements from colored napkins

Decoupage bottles for beginners

Will come in handy:

1. Bottle
2. Acrylic paints and varnishes, special varnish for decoupage
3. Sketch
4. Alcohol
5. Picture to your taste
6. Sponge or sponge. Preferably several pieces - depending on the number of expected colors

Let's get started:

• Alcohol, as in the case of a plate, degrease the surface. The surface dries out
• Acrylic paint needs to be poured in some container

IMPORTANT: Paint is applied to the bottle not with a brush, but with a sponge or sponge using blotting movements.

• Do not skip this point under any circumstances! It is important to wait until each layer of paint is completely dry. It is recommended to apply two of them per bottle
• Fill a deep container with water, Dip a sketch of the drawing there
• Try it on How does the sketch fit the size of the bottle?
• The glue should be diluted with water from the ratio 2 to 3
• Apply this adhesive mixture to the bottle with a brush.. Choose directions from the center to the edges
• It is recommended to use a sponge dipped in paint to go over the part of the bottle not occupied by the picture. This way you can achieve smooth transitions
• Dry the bottle properly - Only then can a second coat of paint be applied. And let it dry again
• Now you need to coat the product with varnish for durability. You can tie a ribbon around the neck

Decoupage furniture for beginners

Real vintage furniture is very expensive, but that’s what decoupage is for - to imitate antiquity and decorate initially faded furniture. Beginners should start with something big - for example, from the chest of drawers. You will need:

IMPORTANT: If you want to create truly vintage-looking furniture, do not skimp on craquelure varnish. It will give the necessary cracks when drying, which will create the desired visual effect.

4. Bitumen
5. PVA
6. Scotch tape

Let's get started:

• First of all, unscrew all metal handles- they will only interfere with work. Most often, chests of drawers are polished - in this case sanding and primer required

IMPORTANT: If the dresser is not polished, do not waste time sanding and priming. It is enough to simply apply acrylic varnish.

• Now it's time for gold paint. It needs to dry well

• Measure a centimeter from the edges. Apply tape for an hour so that this tape protrudes. It's the same with drawers.

• Apply white enamel on top of furniture and on drawer faces

• It's time for craquelure- apply it to the side panels of the dresser
• When an hour has passed after applying the tape strips, remove them. The same surface that was previously under the tape must be paint it brown

IMPORTANT: Apply brown paint with a sponge - this is how it will adhere best

• Part of the chest of drawers painted with enamel process with sandpaper. You need to try until the golden paint shows through.
• Cut out those designs from decoupage napkins that you want to stick on furniture. Glue them with PVA and smooth them out. Wait for the glue to dry
• Cover the furniture with craquelure again. This time, try to ensure that the craquelure varnish covers the entire surface of the chest of drawers along with the drawings

• Wait for the craquelure varnish to dry. Cover the surface with it again. Wait until it dries - after that cracks will begin to appear.
• Fill the resulting cracks with bitumen- this is the final stage of work

Glass decoupage for beginners step by step

To start you can try working with a glass jar, a favorite for storing coffee. It is well known that grain or ground coffee will best retain its aroma if stored in a glass container. So, for a themed jar you will need:

1. The jar itself with a lid
2. Alcohol-soaked napkin
3. Sponge and clip for stationery. The latter is advisable if you don't want to get dirty with paint.
4. White acrylic paint
5. Napkin for decoupage
6. Aqualak
7. PVA
8. Flat wide brushes
9. Toothpick and old toothbrush
10. Real coffee beans
11. Burnt umber is a paint that will help create a slight aging effect
12. Twine
13. Bitumen varnish

Let's get started:

• First of all, of course, you need degrease the jar with an alcohol wipe

• Now The jar is covered on all sides with white paint. Don't forget about the lid

IMPORTANT: The background is applied using blotting movements with a sponge fixed in a clamp - this is convenient and effective.

• All this should be good dry out
• Now on PVA the drawing is glued. Since the can is convex, the image is best applied in parts. Don't forget about the lid either.

• Both the jar and the lid are needed cover with aqualac

• The lid should be decorated coffee beans. They are glued with PVA

• Now let's make it old. A toothbrush is dipped into the umber, and a toothpick is used to spray onto the jar and lid.

IMPORTANT: Umbra should first be slightly diluted with water.

• Now it's all dried, then varnished
• If you want to add a little more aging, cover the edges of the lid with bitumen varnish. Some areas of the can can also be coated

• Tie the twine- and the jar is ready!

Decoupage for beginners step by step on wood

It's best to start with something simple - for example, from the cutting board. This thing will serve to train decoupage skills and will be used often in everyday life. So, stock up:

1. The board itself
2. Acrylic paint in white and gray colors
3. Decoupage napkin
4. Acrylic varnish
5. Water in a glass
6. PVA
7. Sponge
8. Brush
9. A toothbrush that isn't used
10. Candle
11. Sandpaper

We create beauty:

• Apply white paint to the entire outer surface of the board using a pressing motion.. Start application from the top of the board

IMPORTANT: For convenience, the sponge should be cut into 2 or even 3 parts.

• Carefully comes off the napkin or that piece of the image is cut out, which is necessary

• From the right piece The topmost layer with the picture is separated. This should be done as carefully as possible

• Add PVA to a glass of water in such a ratio that the end result is the consistency of liquid sour cream. Place the required piece of the image on the board. Dip the brush into the glass and drop a little solution into the middle of the drawing

• The glue needs to be spread over the pattern with a brush.. The pattern should be carefully smoothed out in order to avoid wrinkles and the effect of bubbles.

• By a similar principle paste other images

• About the edges of the board you need rub the candle

• Further paint the edges with gray acrylic paint. Apply it with a sponge using pressing but gentle movements.

IMPORTANT: Do not overdo it with the amount of paint - there should be a little of it.

• Gray paint should be applied to the rest of the surface, but this time with light rubbing movements

• Sand the edges. Since they were treated with a candle, they will turn white

• Now gray paint is applied in a small amount to the toothbrush. Swipe along the stubble away from you - this will make splashes

Splashes - another decoupage trick

• And now make splashes of white paint like this

• The final stage - varnishing the board

Apply varnish and the Provence style board is ready

Decoupage boxes for beginners

This master class is a kind of basis from which you can build on when creating other boxes. You will need:

1. Blank for the box
2. Flat brushes

IMPORTANT: It is advisable that the brushes are made from non-natural materials

3. Brown acrylic paint
4. Light enamel
5. Toothbrush
6. Candle
7. PVA
9. Rice paper, decoupage card, napkins
10. Patina. As an analogue, it is permissible to use brown oil paint
11. Acrylic varnish
12. Sponge
13. Double-sided tape
14. Various accessories - buttons, lace, etc.

Now you can start:

• All irregularities are carefully removed. The surface needs to be cleaned Cover with brown acrylic paint. The box should dry well
• Now use a candle to rub all the corners and edges

IMPORTANT: Do not remove excess candles with your hands - it is better to use a toothbrush for this purpose.

• The surface is covered with white enamel and dried

• Take any metal thing. Use it to scrape off the paint in those places that were previously rubbed with a candle.. Carefully remove excess paint

• Dilute the glue in water in a ratio of one to three. Using a wide brush, apply the solution to that area of ​​the box. where the image will be placed
• Attach a picture and at the top coat with PVA again. Move from the center to the edges. In this case, you need to smooth out all the unevenness
• Remove excess glue with a brush. Leave the workpiece to dry

• Soak the cards in advance for decoupage in water
• Patina or oil paint corners and edges need to be covered

• Now it’s the turn of acrylic varnish. The box needs to dry after this.
• The bottom of the box should cover with double-sided tape- fabric will be attached to it

IMPORTANT: Do not forget to pre-moisten this fabric in the adhesive solution - this will get rid of wet threads.

• Decorative items also need a preparatory stage. The lace should be soaked in instant coffee with sugar. Then they are slightly wrung out and placed on the battery. No need to rinse

• All that remains is to glue the lace, braid and buttons. Preferably with transparent glue

Decoupage for beginners watches

Clock decoupage is great for beginners. Stencils, dials, hands and other watch blanks can be easily found in bookstores or craft stores

• So, take the blank. You don’t have to worry about where to attach the arrows - the blanks, as a rule, have holes. There is also a hole for batteries

IMPORTANT: However, you need to prepare the future dial. If it is wooden, sand it; if it is plastic, degrease it.

• Now you can start designing the dial. There are absolutely no restrictions - when choosing, focus on the interior features and imagination. They even sell ready-made decoupage sheets in the form of dials.

• Glue the image onto the blank. Keep in mind that if the paper is rice paper, there is no need to soak it. Smooth out all wrinkles
Clock after decoupage in Hollywood style



Decoupage of tea houses for beginners

What you will need:

1. Wood blank
2. Thin acrylic relief paste
3. Spatula-palette knife, thanks to which it is convenient to apply primer and remove excess
4. Acrylic paints
5. Rice card
6. Matte varnish in the form of a spray
7. Matte acrylic varnish
8. Gel with 3D effect
9. Glue
10. Stencil for future tiles

Let's get started:

• First of all, you need prime blank for a house



• Cut out from the map the necessary pictures

IMPORTANT: Make a centimeter reserve.

• Paste all the images in the right places. However, glue only the middle of the pictures.



• Here's why you shouldn't paste the entire image at once. Apply relief paste under the free edges with a palette knife.- this is all done for the volume of the house



• You can draw bricks with relief paste. A toothpick will help with this
• Using a stencil and volumetric paste , you need to apply tiles
• Mix the paints in advance - It may happen that the desired shade is not available in finished form



• Now it begins house painting process





• For greater similarity don't be afraid to post additional details- lantern, stonework



• Paint the lantern and masonry. Add cracks on the walls for credibility



• Paint the roof




IMPORTANT: You should not paint the inside of the house.

• It is recommended to use dark umber in order to finish the roof - so it will be brighter



House after decoupage

Many people who love decoupage things think that only masters can do this art. But masters are not born, but made! Moreover, many of the techniques are quite simple to perform, so you should never be afraid to get creative.

If you feel the need for creative fulfillment and want to learn how to create unique and spectacular things with your own hands, you should try to master the decoupage technique. With its help you can make things of incredible beauty, without requiring any special skills. It’s quite easy to master decoupage, the main thing is to have a very strong desire.

What it is?

Decoupage is a certain technique of decoration, which includes the possibility of fixing an image or pattern to any thing. The word itself comes from the French “to cut.” Pictures for decoupage are usually cut out, and the entire composition must be varnished.

The history of this technique dates back to the Middle Ages, when the Germans began decorating furniture in this way. However, decoupage flourished much later, in the 18th century, along with the fashion for Asian-style decor. Furniture makers from Italy and France imitated very expensive inlays with glued pictures, which were carefully varnished on top.

Despite the fact that it was just an imitation, such furniture was in great demand due to its attractive price. In England, decoupage craftsmanship gained particular popularity in the era of Queen Victoria; it became accessible to most segments of the population.

Already in the 19th century, decoupage needlework became widespread in Europe - only the styles changed, but the technique was improved. At the turn of the century, decoupage came to the American continent and became widespread there as a hobby.

In the modern world, decoupage art has received a new round of development, thanks to new technologies, convenient tools and the return of fashion to the styles of Provence, shabby chic and others. Our country is now experiencing a real boom in this type of decor.

In addition to traditional decoupage, a variety of techniques are used to create truly luxurious and unique creations: aging, gilding, volumetric and artistic decoupage.

Types and styles

First of all, we should highlight the main types of technology.

• Straight. Direct decoupage involves gluing an image to the surface of something from the outside. It can be painted, aged with craquelure or primed.
• Back. It can only be used to decorate transparent items, such as glass plates. Technically, direct and reverse decoupage are no different. The only caveat is that the drawing is glued with the front side to the back of the item. After which the background, coating and other details are already drawn up.
• Art. It is also called smoky, it visually matches the painting, since these two techniques combine perfectly with each other.
• Decopatch. This is a continuous pasting method, when there is no free surface of the object left. Not only individual subjects of images are used, but also a large number of fragments of patterns, which, like rags, are laid out on the surface of the thing being decorated.
• Volume. In this method, the details of the designed surface are visually made in volumetric form, rising above the rest of the composition. This highlighting is achieved by multilayer gluing, using special masses and pastes.

As for styles, there are a number of basic ones, which, firstly, are popular in themselves, and secondly, look appropriate in the decoupage technique.

• Provence. This gentle rustic style of provincial France has not lost its popularity for many decades. It looks very restrained and dim, yet expressive and deep. Provence has many noble notes, grace, and sophistication. Characteristic features are aged surfaces, abrasions, unevenness, bleached wood, light shades, an abundance of pastels. The calm color scheme perfectly resonates with floral motifs, floral patterns, images of small houses, lavender fields, and grapes. Main colors: lavender, mint, rose, lemon, heavenly, white, beige, milk.
• Shabby chic. It is often confused with Provence, but despite all their similarities, there are significant distinctive features. This style also welcomes a worn surface, artificial aging, delicate colors, and floral designs. Blurred motifs, pink color, scenes with angels, bouquets of roses, birds, and luxurious castles predominate. This style has a lot of comfort and elegance.
• Simple City. This style is distinguished by the mood of unpretentious city life, it is very democratic, it has many new and fresh ideas. Motifs of newspaper and magazine themes and torn edges predominate. A very laconic style, appropriate in modern interiors.
• Victorian. Aristocratic and status, combining classic features with luxurious elements. This style often uses gilding, catchy expressive tones of green and red. Stripes and checkered patterns are actively used. As for the subject images, these are mostly animals, roses, oaks, still lifes, fox hunting. The background is predominantly dark wood or metal.

What tools and materials are needed?

Most often, those who begin to master the technique turn to the decor of some household utensils, so the basis itself is already there. These can be jars and bottles made of glass, boxes made of plastic, tin, and metal. Experts, however, recommend turning to other surfaces first. Glass and plastic items are quite difficult to decoupage for a beginner, as they have a very weak adhesion.

To begin with, it is better to turn to plywood and flat wooden surfaces. These can be special blanks, panels, watches, boxes, cutting boards.

Once you've decided on the basics, check out what tools you need to purchase to get started.

• Synthetic brushes. You will need a set of brushes like this: a pair of flat ones, one round, several very thin brushes for painting. Keep in mind that the brushes for varnish, primer, glue, and paint should be different.
• Palette knife or spatula. You will need it when you want to hide a chip or add a voluminous paste to the composition. If these tools are not at hand, you can use any plastic card.
• Sandpaper. It will allow you to sand down imperfections in the work, make the surface neater, and eliminate roughness. Select two leaves with a fine and a coarse grain on a fabric base.
• Foam sponges. You don’t have to purchase this item on purpose, but simply take a sponge for washing dishes or a sponge for applying makeup.
• Palette. If you don’t want to buy it in a special store, take a regular plate made of plastic or cardboard. However, after using it you will have to throw it away.

You can also use glass plates, using old unnecessary dishes that can be washed for these purposes.

Additional tools that will make your work much easier, although not mandatory:

• dishes in which you will wash and store brushes;
• wet wipes;
• file for storing paper materials;
• sharp scissors.

As for materials, a lot depends on your imagination, but the necessary set must still be purchased.

• Paper motifs. These can be regular or special napkins, decoupage cards, rice paper, clippings and printouts. To begin with, it is better to buy special materials that do not require skill in working with them.
• Acrylic based primer. You definitely can’t do without this material, since it is the soil that provides high-quality adhesion to the surface, makes the image durable, resistant, and levels the surface, which is much easier to work with. Primer perfectly replaces white paint.
• Acrylic paint. To get started, just a few jars or tubes with the shades you need are enough. Try not to buy too large volumes of paint if you do not plan to constantly decoupage. You will definitely need black and white tones. Among the popular ones are red, brown, ocher, blue, yellow. First of all, start from your main motive, select tones in accordance with the image. If you decide to get creative seriously, purchase a set.
• Water-based acrylic varnish. Products decorated using the decoupage technique are carefully varnished many times. If the varnish is water-based, it dries well. Not only the quality of the varnish is important, but also its external properties. It can be of varying degrees of gloss, matte, semi-matte. Here you need to proceed from the tasks that you set for yourself. In general, the required set consists of matte and glossy varnishes.
• Decoupage glue. Without it, it will not be possible to capture the image on the surface. You can choose regular PVA, but there is a chance that it will turn yellowish over time or crumble. Craftsmen recommend buying special decoupage glue or varnish glue, which also allows for varnishing.
• Acrylic outline. Not mandatory, but very useful material that allows you to effectively complete the composition and frame the motif. The contours can be of different colors - golden, silver, white, black.

Beginners can try their hand at decoupage by purchasing special kits that already contain all the necessary materials to create a particular product.

How to do it correctly?

Decoupage technology often scares beginners, since there is a lot of information on it. In fact, it’s enough to go through the master class with your own hands from start to finish once to understand it. Of course, it will take some time to achieve the ideal result, but a good result will await you already when making the first product. Experts recommend adhering to the following rules when mastering decoupage techniques.

• Color it. Be sure to apply paint to the entire surface of the object that will be visible - if it is a flower pot, then the bottom outside and the top of the container to the ground should also be covered with paint.
• Choose light colors for the background. The main motifs look more expressive on them. White dye or any light shade of pastel looks good, which is easy to achieve by combining the desired tone with white. To apply the dye, use a flat synthetic brush. Do this carefully so that the paint does not run. Always wash your brushes after this procedure.
• Let the base dry thoroughly. Do not proceed to the next steps before half an hour. If you are in a hurry, dry the product with a hot air dryer.
• Re-paint. If you notice imperfections after drying, paint the item a second time and dry it.
• Only after this do you begin to form a drawing-plot by cutting it out of napkins or other materials. Start with small pictures that are easier to paste without defects. If you use regular napkins, remove the bottom layers, leaving only the top.
• Try on the drawing. Before you start gluing, be sure to check how the fragment will look in the area you have chosen.
• Apply glue with a flat brush. Move from the center to the edges, then place the design and glue, smoothing out wrinkles and creases - ideally there should be none.
• Don't forget about varnish. After the glue has dried, varnish the product.

There are features of performing decoupage against a background of dark tones. To make the composition look harmonious, try to select motifs that blend organically with the background. On a dark basis, a drawing on a napkin can simply fade into the background and get lost. A white background perfectly emphasizes the beauty of the picture, giving it expressiveness and brightness.

However, thick paper, which is specially designed for decoupage, can also be used on dark backgrounds. Napkins here can be used as additional elements placed around the main one.

You can do it this way:

• paint the product with white paint;
• attach a napkin;
• dry everything;
• apply matte varnish;
• Without affecting the picture, paint over the background with a dark shade, using a sponge for large areas and a thin brush to paint inside the picture.

Second method:

• paint the background dark;
• paint the part white, where the napkins will be placed;
• place the drawings and fix them.

Don’t be afraid of a dark background if you use expressive elements in the main motif:

• with silver;
• gold;
• copper;
• bronze;
• large elements, faces, inscriptions, figures.

Decoupage masters have come up with several rules that you need to know so that not only the result, but also the process pleases you:

• the thicker the paint, the worse it adheres, dilute it;
• several thin layers are better than one very thick one;
• the thicker and thicker you apply, the more cracks will appear;
• the slower you dry the product, the longer it will retain its beautiful appearance;
• under-drying is worse than over-drying;
• Varnish will not spoil the decoupage;
• If you're not happy with the result, fix it with sandpaper.

After you have studied all these tips and rules, you can begin analyzing the master classes.

Step-by-step master classes

In fact, you can use decoupage to decorate absolutely any surfaces and objects - from a bill holder to furniture and a refrigerator. As we have already said, it is better to start with wooden bases, gradually moving to glass, metal and plastic.

On wood

Wooden items are perfect for decoupling, as the surface is highly adhesive and provides good adhesion. You can try decorating a bird feeder, any wooden box: a spice box, a chest, a bread box, a box.

Very often, photo frames, paintings, banknotes are decorated using the decoupage technique, and compositions are formed on a cut tree. Where you start is up to you.

We invite you to learn a step-by-step algorithm for decoupaging a wooden box. Choose a rectangular box and follow the instructions.

• Prepare the surface. If the box is already decorated and varnished, all this coating must be removed using coarse and then soft sandpaper.
• Apply primer. Prime the entire surface with white acrylic or water-based primer or varnish.
• Select drawings. Then cut them out, try them on the future product, and carefully think through the entire composition.
• Stick it on. Saturate the image with glue and fix it on the box.
• Decorate. As soon as the glue has dried, dip the brush into the paint of the desired design and create a spectacular outline, draw in the details. You can use gilding, silver, and other contours.
• Don't forget the finish line. You will need two or more coats of varnish, which must be completely dry before you apply a new one. The surface must be perfectly smooth.

Designing a board using a photo:

• select photos, scan them and print them on thin paper, do not use photo paper under any circumstances;
• cut out what you need;
• prepare the surface, sand the old coating if necessary;
• prime the board in a tone that contrasts with the photo: if the photo is bright, choose a dark background; if it’s dark, choose a light one;
• After drying, apply glue and place the design;
• add decor or painting if necessary;
• varnish 2-3 times.

You can create a craquelure coating on top of varnished decoupage if you want to visually age the product. To do this, you need to treat the surface with two compounds. To create the effect of patina, that is, a cracked product, do the following:

• take a soft quality brush and apply a layer of the first craquelure composition;
• dry, but not completely, touch the surface - it should be slightly sticky;
• apply the second composition, dry thoroughly;
• then you will need a pigment type powder, eye shadow or pastel, which needs to be rubbed into the dried surface;
• rinse, dry, varnish.

On glass

After you have mastered decoupage on wood, you can start decorating glassware: dishes, vases, glasses, mugs.

Decoupage mugs

For this you will need:

• the base, that is, the mug itself is made of transparent glass;
• napkins with a chosen motif;
• acrylic paints to match the composition, always white;
• scissors;
• fan brush;
• paint brush;
• PVA glue;
• two containers;
• glossy varnish;
• sponge, garbage bag.

Step-by-step algorithm:

• pour white paint into one of the containers and paint the base with a sponge, excluding the bottom and handle;
• We leave the product to dry for an hour and a half, after complete drying we paint it again;
• dry again even longer, you can leave it overnight;
• paint it a third time, carefully painting over all defects;
• dry completely;
• cut the napkin in half, separate the top layer and apply it to the mug;
• in the second container, dilute glue and water 1 to 1, mix the composition;
• Using a brush, glue the image from the center to the edges, first on one side, then on the other;
• dry the product;
• varnish at least 5 times, more if possible;
• After drying, decorate with gold or other paint.

For metal

Decoupage on a metal surface can be done with tin boxes, a table lamp, or a candlestick. We suggest decorating a metal garden watering can.

The article will tell you in detail and show you how to create incredibly beautiful crafts for home decor using the popular decoupage technique.

Decoupage is a modern trend in creativity and handicrafts, which involves the use of fabrics and paper to create beautiful decorations for everyday things: furniture, boxes, dishes, boxes and much more.

Decoupage can be flat and voluminous, artistic and in the spirit of minimalism. This creativity is within the capabilities of an experienced needlewoman and a complete beginner. If you have the opportunity, carefully study the instructions for work in this article and watch the video master classes.

What is required for work:

• Special decoupage base– thin paper with a selected design or pattern.
• Glue– special for decoupage or regular PVA
• Stationery knife
• Sharp scissors, may also require manicuring for smaller cuts.
• Ruler
• Simple pencil and eraser
• Fine sandpaper (paper)

How to get started:

• First, you should decide what surface you will decorate: tin cans, wooden boxes, corton boxes or glass bottles.
• The selected surface should be prepared: washed and dried thoroughly.
• If you have chosen wooden material for work, then you should first prepare it by rubbing it with sandpaper.
• If the selected wooden material has cracks, they should be covered with putty.
• It’s easy to prepare the material for applying decoupage: you can leave it in its original form or open it with acrylic paint.
• Before starting work without applying glue, you should place cut-out patterns from special paper on the surface to determine the design.
• Apply the glue to the selected surface in an even layer, and also apply the glue to the paper.
• Glue each drawing very carefully, straightening even the smallest folds so that the work is beautiful.
• After the glue has dried, the design should be opened with varnish.
• The varnish is applied with a brush or sponge in two layers, after the first has dried.

Video: “Master class on decoupage for beginners”

How to make decoupage from napkins for beginners step by step with photos: technique, master class

A napkin with a pattern is an ideal material for decoupage. In stores you can find a large selection of designs on napkins of different themes, which makes it possible to create crafts of extraordinary beauty in the chosen style.

Step by step:

Simple decoupage of a flower pot using a napkin

Decoupage soap with napkin

Decoupage hangers using napkins

Decoupage of champagne bottles: photos of works and ideas

Decoupage of bottles is the most popular, since it is not difficult to find an empty bottle, and the finished work looks very beautiful and is easy to decorate the house with. Also, modern manufacturers of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks allow you to choose a glass bottle of any shape.

Decorated wine bottles

Work step by step:

• Wash the bottle thoroughly from the inside and outside and dry.
• If you are gluing a bright image, you should open the glass with white acrylic paint (or any other color). Acrylic paint is resistant to moisture and varnish and retains its brightness.
• Carefully cut out patterns and pictures from napkins
• Open the bottle with glue and the pictures on the back side
• Glue, carefully smoothing the paper, avoiding wrinkles.
• Wait until it dries and open the bottle with varnish, dry it and apply another layer of varnish.
• Decorate the dried bottle with lace, whip, canvas or other decorative elements to your taste.

Video: “Decoupage bottles: master class”

Decoupage glass vase: photos of works and ideas

An old flower vase can be very successfully transformed using a technique such as decoupage. So you can create a country-style vase for a country house or to support the overall style of the room. A large selection of creative paper will help you accurately determine the ideal image for the vase.

Decoupage a vase using special paper

Decoupage and craquelure on a vase

IMPORTANT: The vase should be opened with acrylic paints or stained glass paints. They are moisture resistant and will not leak when in contact with water. After applying the design, open the product with varnish twice or three times.

Video: “Decoupage of a plastic bottle under a vase”

Decoupage boxes: photos of works and ideas for creativity

Every woman has a box. In it she keeps her secrets, cosmetics, jewelry or important papers. You can transform your plastic or wooden box very simply using decoupage.

Beautiful boxes:

Wooden box with decoupage decoration and lace

Stylish box made using decoupage technique with your own hands

Homemade decoupage of a wooden box

Video: “Decoupage boxes: master class”

Decoupage Easter eggs: photos of works and ideas

Using decoupage, you can also decorate Easter eggs for the holiday to make them incredibly beautiful and impressive. If you are decorating decorative eggs (carved from wood or foam blanks), they can be opened with varnish.

IMPORTANT: If you intend to decorate edible eggs, you can open them with a layer of PVA glue, which will be removed along with the eggshell during cleaning.

Photos of works:

Decorative Easter eggs

Beautiful Easter decor using decoupage

Volumetric decoupage of Easter egg

Video: “Decoupage eggs: master class”

Decoupage cans: photos of finished crafts, ideas for creativity

Decoupage can decorate your kitchen utensils and jars intended for storing cereals and other bulk products: sugar, salt, soda, cocoa, coffee, tea, and so on. Banks can be covered with a pattern over the entire area, or only some patterns and inscriptions can be glued.

Photos of works:

Stylish decoupage of tin cans

Beautiful decoupage of jars for the kitchen, decoration with lace

Decoupage of ceramic jars for the kitchen

Video: “Decorating plastic and glass jars for the kitchen”

Decoupage of plates: photos of finished crafts, ideas for creativity

A plate decorated with decoupage is necessary only for decorative purposes and to transform the room: kitchen, living room, even bedroom. You can choose any pattern and make it carefully, since the surface is smooth and comfortable. The resulting product is placed on shelves, walls or special stands.

Photos of plates:

Decor of plates for the kitchen

Decor of plates in medieval style

Stylish multi-layer decoupage plates

Video: “Decoupage plates: master class”

Decoupage cardboard boxes: how to decorate a box?

A box decorated with decoupage can be an excellent package not only for storing personal items, but also for gift wrapping. Decorating a box with decoupage is very easy, the paper lies flat and neat, the box has a comfortable, flat surface.

Photos of boxes:

Stylish decoupage box

Decoupage boxes in the spirit of minimalism

Video: “Decoupage boxes: master class”

Decoupage of tea houses: photos of finished crafts, ideas

A tea house is a special box in the form of a symbolic hut with a roof, which is intended for storing tea bags. It's convenient and beautiful. A tea house is a good gift and souvenir for loved ones.

Decorating cutting boards with decoupage is necessary only for decorative purposes. Such crafts should be hung on the wall or placed on shelves in the kitchen. As a rule, they are decorated with pictures of food, fruits, vegetables, flowers and cooked food.

Photos of works:

Beautiful cutting boards using decoupage technique

Original decoupage boards

Boards for room decoration

Video: “Decoupage a cutting board according to all the rules: a detailed master class”