Our post today is about DECOUPAGE.

Decoupage is a popular trend. The technique of decoupage actually dates back to twelfth century China. it became known as decoupage during the seventeenth century when it became enormously popular in France and Italy. The term comes from the word 'decouper,' which means 'to cut out'. Some famous people are known to have loved and enjoyed decoupaging during their lives including Madame de Pompadour, Marie Antoinette and Beau Brummell. Decoupage is relatively easy and inexpensive to do. Here are some basic guidelines to get you started.

We will step by step make decoupage bag from faux leather.

I used brush, repair tape, alcohol, scissors, pencil, potch for napkins, artistic gel, primer, hairdryer, napkins and bag.

1. I bought high-quality faux leather bag at the store.

2. Degrease the surface with alcohol to avoid delamination. Protect the eges with a repair tape to avoid contamination of the primer and gel. Primed special acryl PRIMER with brush. Use a hairdryer.

3. Cut the napkin along the contour which I drow with pencil. Cut less 0,5 mm from all sides. Napkin in the process of gluing will expand. Gently peel off the top layer of napkin with pattern. Gently brush apply the napkins potch on the top layer of napkins with pattern. Use a hairdryer.

Gently brush apply the artist gel to the entire surface wipes for protection against environmental influences and moisture. Use a hairdryer.

And VOILA! Water resist (light rain or fog) - unique luxury faux leather bag. You can clean it with a damp cloth. Decoupage bag is ready! Be warned, decoupaging can become an addicting habit.
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