Ever had a small box that would be so useful in your room, but it just looks too old? Next we will discuss how to use decoupage to give that box a make-over.
You’ll need: Once again, your decorated paper serviette of choice, acrylic paint, masking glue, cutting glue, decoupage glue and normal white copy paper.
Step 1: Cut out the part of the serviette that you want to put on your box.
Step 2: Spray cutting glue on your white paper. Keep the can about 30cm from the paper while spraying. This will enable you to stick the paper serviette down without causing crinkles.
Step 3: Place your serviette cut-out on the white paper facing down. Rub out any crinkles.
Step 4: You will be able to peel away the back layers of your serviette cut-out, leaving only the top layer attached to the white paper.
Step 5: Cut out the exact design of what you want on your box using normal scissors.
Step 6: Place your cut-outs on a white paper and spray decoupage glue onto the design front of the cut-outs. Make sure you cover the entire cut-out. Leave to set for two minutes.
Step 7: Once your cut-outs are dry, place them face down on your box, so that the white paper faces up. Use a cloth to put pressure on your cut-outs to secure them to the box.
Step 8: Use a craft knife to pry off a corner of the white paper off your cut-out. Slowly peel the white paper off to leave your design on the box. Wipe your designs gently with a cloth to remove any excess glue.
Step 9: Use your choice of spray glitter varnish to spray over your designs. This will create a metallic effect, so if you don’t like that, you can use normal spray on varnish.
Step 10: Enjoy your newly decorated box!
We hope that you enjoyed this project, because it uses everyday items like paper serviettes to turn your ordinary pieces into art works!
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