Decoupage Simply

What is decoupage?
Decoupage—from the French word découper, meaning to cut out—is the art or craft of decorating objects with paper cut-outs and then covering them with several coats of varnish or lacquer.
The origin of decoupage is thought to be East Siberian. From Siberia, the practice came to China, and by the 12th century, cut out paper was being used to decorate lanterns, windows, boxes and other objects. In the 17th century, Italy, especially Venice, was at the forefront of trade with the Far East and it is generally thought that it is through these trade links that the cut out paper decorations made their way into Europe.
Decoupage is a fun and easy way to decorate just about any object, including household items from small vases to large pieces of furniture--the possibilities are endless.
By looking at a finished project, you would think this craft technique would be complicated, but it isn't. It is actually quite simple.
Best of all, decoupage can be learned fairly quickly in just a few steps.
You cut out pictures, glue the pictures onto an object and then cover the object with a few coats of glue to protect it.
What appears to be a painted design is actually paper, glued in place.
You can make your interior unique!
The application can be absolutely limitless - dishes, books, boxes, candles, vessels, musical instruments, flower pots, bottles, vases, plates, glasses, cutting board, furniture, shoes and even clothes!
Today, the most popular material for decoupage is a three or two-layer napkins.
But you can also use vintage wallpaper or wallpaper left over from a recent upgrade, pretty gift wrapping paper, and of course, fabric.
Use the technique of decoupage to create wonderful handmade gifts that nobody will forget!
They're simple to make and the possibilities are endless!
You don’t need to have great skills.
This application will show you the simplest way to get the best results.
Get inspired with this application and create your own decoupage.
Use your imagination!