Learn how to decoupage, the supplies you'll need and potential decoupage projects with tips from an expert in this free video series.
There are 21 videos in this series:
Get an introduction to the craft of decoupage and the supplies you will need in this free video clip.
Get an introduction on how to decoupage a glass platter in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to set up a platter and lay out the paper for decoupage in this free video clip
Bubbles can cause tearing in the paper of a decoupage; learn how to avoid air bubbles when gluing a decoupage in this free video crafts clip.
Learn how to glue paper to your glass platter for decoupage in this free video crafts clip. Part 2.
Learn how to glue the edges of your platter for decoupage in this free video clip.
Learn how to scrape the edges of a decoupage platter in this free video clip.
Learn how to spraypaint the back of your platter for decoupage in this free video clip.
Learn how to prepare and paint a box for decoupage in this free video clip.
Learn how to cut paper to prepare to decoupage a box in this free craft video clip.
Learn how to glue the paper to the inside of the box that you are decoupaging in this free video clip.
Learn how to measure and cut the paper you will use to decoupage a box in this free video clip.
Learn how to glue paper to the inside of your box for decoupage in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to cut the paper strips for decoupaging a box in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to glue the side of your box for decoupage in this free video craft clip.
Learn tips for decoupaging a bowl in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to glue the paper napkin to your bowl for a decoupage project in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to eliminate air bubbles when gluing paper for a decoupage project in this free video clip.
Learn how to scrape the edges of a bowl that you have decoupage in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to measure and cut the paper to decoupage a candle in this free video craft clip.
Learn how to glue the paper for decoupaging a candle in this free video craft clip.
Decoupage is the art of decorating an object by gluing pieces of colored paper onto objects like small boxes or decorative furniture. The ancient craft was seen in early 12th century Chinese peasant art and gained great popularity in France during the 17th and 18th centuries. Objects are sometimes painted or gold leaf is used, and then paper is laminated to the object with a special varnish or decoupage glue. A variety of household objects can be used in this handicraft, including glass dishes, wooden boxes and even candles, while newspaper, magazines, wrapping paper and decorative napkins can be used as the paper for decoupaging.
In this free video series, our expert will demonstrate how to decoupage a variety of household items. With step-by-step instructions, our expert will show you how to cut the paper for your decoupage project, how to glue the paper to your object and how to smooth and cut the edges for a beautiful finish to your craft project. In this video series, our expert will decoupage a glass platter, a wooden box and a candle, but you can experiment with many household items with this fun and easy craft the whole family can enjoy.
Karen Weisman Karen Weisman graduated from Boston University with a degree in Hotel and Food Management. Since then, she has helped a national grocery store chain develop and launch a gourmet food division, worked as a manager at a large catering company, and owned & operated her own her restaurant. She currently lives in Israel with her husband and six children, where she teaches cooking, baking, cake decorating, and various crafts such as mosaics and sewing.dkdk
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