http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Karen+LeBlanc Arts and Crafts Karen LeBlanc Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=213654&ca=Arts+and+Crafts 1. Before you start with your decoupage project, you must first decide on as to which surface you would be covering. Any kind of surface is just fit for decoupage. Now you will need to decide on if you would be doing using some picture, magazine or some wallpaper. Whatever you select, ensure that th... Arts and Crafts Karen LeBlanc Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=213653&ca=Arts+and+Crafts In the decoupage process, after applying the gold/silver leaf, leave it for 24 hours before sealing. Many books recommend that you shellac after gilding. If you don't have shellac on hand, you may choose to opt for your sealer. Decoupage is an art which is mainly done using scissors, but experts use... Arts and Crafts Karen LeBlanc Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=158852&ca=Arts+and+Crafts One of the advantages of decoupage is that it requires very little equipment, and it’s likely that you already possess the tools that you need to get started. However, there are items that can be helpful in your decoupage, if not strictly necessary. These will vary according to the exact work you pl... Arts and Crafts Karen LeBlanc Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=158856&ca=Arts+and+Crafts Wood Lightly sand any rough spots. Fill rough spots and holes with wood filler and then sand. Wipe with a damp sponge. If you want a stained background, use a water-soluble, alcohol-based wood stain. You may need to seal the wood. You can apply your cutout directly onto untreated wood, but it’s bett... Arts and Crafts Karen LeBlanc Fri, 28 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=70892&ca=Arts+and+Crafts Here are some varied ideas for new decoupage projects. We've even included some children's projects as well. Boxes Boxes provide interesting results when done with decoupage. A variety of boxes are available in craft stores. A box should be given two or three thin coats of an oil based paint as a ba...