How Decoupage Can Be Used To Make Authentic Cards And Invitations

Decoupage is the artistic way of decorating any specific object by utilising different craft materials such as coloured papers, paints, and other craft items such as beads or even gold leaf. Decoupage can be put to great use on objects such as gift boxes, presents, photograph albums, frames, mirrors, shelving or furniture.

So what decoupage materials are good to use? Well you can use almost anything and many people like to use common household materials to create a number of different effects. Pictures and photographs can be used to create a great result, you can usually find good cuttings and inspiration from sources such as fabric or lace, magazines or newspapers, wrapping papers, and potentially old greeting cards that you may have collected over years gone by, no longer want to keep and wish to put to good use.

You are likely to need a number of tools for your decoupage activities. The two main essentials are a good pair of craft scissors and suitable glue for your chosen decoupage item. If you are planning on doing a lot of cutting it can be a good idea to invest in a craft knife, as it will allow you to get creative with your cutting shapes. When choosing your glue the general consensus is that standard diluted white paper glue works well with a range of decoupage materials. Glue sticks can also be useful for gluing different paper decoupage items. Other useful tools or items can be sponges and cloths for cleaning up any overspill or mess that may occur during crafting your decoupage creation.

A number of craft shops now stock good selections of different decoupage materials and tools. You can usually find specialist decoupage printed card, papers and stickers that are specifically made to help in the creation of unique book coverings or picture frames. There are different decoupage materials that can suit different decoration tastes or creative ideas. From printed decoupage sheets to die cuts, templates and stamps it is worth looking at decoupage materials available in online shops to give you ideas or provide you with something different to make your decoupage creations look beautiful.

Scott King is a consumer specialist who reviews the latest decoupage on the market.