How to Decoupage a Tissue Box Holder
Decoupage is one of the simplest ways to transform an ordinary object into a decorative accent piece. Anyone can be an artist when using a decoupage technique. Scissors, paper and glue are all that are needed. Magazines, sheet music, photos and even newspaper can be cut and glued to decorate ordinary household items. Decoupage a new or used tissue box holder to add a custom look to a bathroom or bedroom.
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Things You'll Need
- Small scissors
- Colored tissue paper
- Paper cutouts
- Decoupage glue
- Sponge brush
- New or used tissue box holder
- Metallic paint pen
Instructions
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Clean the surface of the tissue box holder if necessary. Wipe away any dirt or oily residue with warm water and mild soap. Dry completely with a soft cloth.
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Tear irregular-shaped pieces of tissue paper. Look through magazines, old books and newspapers for interesting pictures. Carefully cut out the pictures with small scissors.
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Apply a small amount of decoupage glue on the tissue box holder using the sponge brush. Lay a piece of torn tissue paper over the glue. Smooth the tissue paper down with the sponge brush or a finger. Work your way around the tissue box holder in this manner until it is completely covered with the tissue paper. Apply a layer of decoupage glue over the entire piece.
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Select a focal point on the tissue box holder. Apply some decoupage glue with the sponge brush. Choose an interesting cutout and adhere it to the glue. Add more paper cutouts to cover the tissue box holder. Smooth out any wrinkles while the glue is wet. Allow to dry.
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Apply two or three additional coats of decoupage glue to the entire piece. Allow the piece to dry completely. Outline the pictures with a metallic paint pen to add a dimensional look.
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Tips & Warnings
Flowers, birds and children are popular subjects for decoupage.
Wrinkles can be left to add an interesting texture to the piece.
Move the paper, not the scissors, while cutting out pictures; this prevents jagged edges.
Work on one section at a time to prevent the decoupage glue from drying too quickly.
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