Decoupage Tools And Equipment
Scissors
It’s best to have a pair of scissors put aside solely for decoupage. Certain things can gradually blunt scissors, and you want to keep yours as sharp and clean as possible. Embroidery scissors, which come to a very sharp point, are good for this sort of work. You Read the rest of this entry
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Ok so you might find the next few links interesting. These are from around the web, just random snippets that I’ve picked up in my reading, but I found some very cool information in them. You might too. Here goes…
Chatbug Karen at Winding Threads » Blog Archive » Handmade by …
She enjoys making things using Read the rest of this entry
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How do you decoupage a photo to the back of a plate?
I have copied a photo from 1978 and have tried to decoupage the copy to a clear plate… but have been unsuccessful. The color in the picture tries to run. Can someone tell me how to get this project done?
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Make A Coffee Can Herb Garden
If you drink a lot of coffee, you probably have quite a few metal coffee cans on hand. With just a little effort, you can make a useful and pretty handmade gift for your friends and family.
First, wash out your can and peel off any labels. Next, apply a coat of metal primer to Read the rest of this entry
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If you’ve ever been overwhelmed with selecting a picture frame, then learn how you can narrow down your search and find the frame you want. Learn the top 3 questions you should always ask yourself before buying a frame.
If you’ve ever shopped Read the rest of this entry
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How can I decoupage on glass so that the glass can be rewashed?
I received some beautiful wrapping paper images that I would like to use on some plain white coffee mugs. Each image is about the size of a postage stamp, and I would only use 1 or 2 images per coffee mug. Does anyone know what type of glue and varnish Read the rest of this entry
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This article will explain how decoupage professionals and hobbyists use everyday tools and materials to perform the three basic tasks of their magical craft: cutting, pasting, and varnishing.
Cutting is one of the two decoupage fundamentals. And the basic tool for this is a good, sharp pair of scissors. Ideally you should have a pair of scissors devoted only to decoupage so that they will stay sharp Read the rest of this entry
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If you’ve ever needed help hanging a picture frame on your wall, here’s you chance to learn how. Learn which type of wall hardware is best to use and the tips you need to know to properly hang your frame.
Once you select your wall frame, the next step is to select the type of hardware you need to hang your frame and choose a spot to hang Read the rest of this entry
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