Boho Pampus Grass Decoupage Rice Paper, 29.21 x 36.83 cm - for Journal Cards Crafts

Boho Pampus Grass Decoupage Rice Paper, 29.21 x 36.83 cm - for Journal Cards CraftsDECOUPAGE is the art of decorating an object by gluing colored paper cut outs onto it in combination with special paint effects, gold leaf and other decorative elements. Commonly, an object like a small box or an item of furniture is covered by cut outs from magazines or from purpose manufactured papers. Each layer is sealed with varnish (often multiple coats) until the "stuck on" appearance disappears and the result looks like painting or inlay work.

with a wonderfully unique and eye-catching look

Virtually any paint can be used to stencil with but the two most popular types are Acrylic and Dry-brush Oil

Stenciling is fun for the whole family but BEWARE it is very addictive

Wait 5 - 7 seconds until the glue on the back side is heated

Always make sure that the surface to be stenciled is clean and properly prepared with no flaking paint

Coat with mod podge or other finishing medium and allow to dry

Coat with more decoupage glue or other finishing medium and allow to dry

during this period

Starting in the center of the sheet and push outwards with a cloth ball or fingers to eliminate wrinkles and bubbles

If you use too much paint you will find that it bleeds behind the stencil

more blended effect

and mixed media