For Real Family Fun Here Are Some Decopatch Ideas For The Whole Family

For a real fun hobby you should try Decopatch. We will try to give you some fun Decopatch ideas for you to try. Decopatch paper is a paper that you can with ease apply to any surface. This surface can be flat or bumpy, smooth or rough.

Once applied the paper ensures a smooth surface and appears like it has really been painted. The paper will not tear and the colors will not run into each other. It is extremely thin paper however also tough and durable.

You can stick this kind of paper to almost any surfaces and substances. These include cardboard, wood, metal, paper mache and glass.

There are many things that can be done in terms of this real fun hobby. Remember school days when we played with paper mache? It is similar to that however the main difference is that you work with beautifully colored paper that will transform most of your household goods.

You do not spend endless hours on it and get no result; therefore it can be great fun for the kids. It will help them with all sorts of skills that they can improve upon.

To get started you need only a handful of items. These would be first Decopatch paper and there is a healthy range available. Next are paper patch glossy glue and then finally a paper patch bristle brush. For items that will suffer heavy wear & tear like a chair for example, you will need a waterproof finish. This would be in the form of Decopatch Aquapro professional varnish.

The art of applying Decopatch is fun and simple. You simply tear or cut up the paper and then apply it the object of your choice. As mentioned previously it is the only paper around that can be applied to virtually any kind of surface.

The uses and things you can do with this paper are endless. You can decorate chairs with this. Plates, candles, light switches. Photo frames, candles. You and your children can have so much fun with this. It is a great way for the whole family to have loads of fun.

It is wise to remember that the paper is slightly seen through particularly with the lighter colors. For this reason it is advisable to apply a light coat of paint to the object prior to applying the paper. The color of the paint can either be white or the same color paint as the color of the paper. We hope these Decopatch ideas have been of value and inspire readers to go out and get some Decopatch paper right away!

Katia is the author of a 10-page guide, "30 FAQ's to Help You Master the Art of Decopatch". For your complimentary copy, visit http://www.paper2play.com - a website that specializes in provided craft related tips, advices and resources to unlock your creativity with Decoupage!