Fresh Ideas in Decoupage

This book delivers what todays crafters are looking for: updated, sophisticated home decorating projects that are easy, inexpensive and fun to make. Taking a new approach to the classic craft of decoupage, weekend crafters will learn to transform flea market finds and ordinary objects into decorative pieces that enhance the d#cor of every room.Crafters will find:- Simple, quick and effective how-to instruction that allows them to create great projects fast;- Blending techniques for integrating decoupage with staining, stamping and texturing to create an appealing, artistic look;- Projects that can be created using many on-hand materials, such as napkins, wrapping paper, boxes and ordinary household items;- Step-by-step instruction for creating professional-quality decorative pieces, including bowls, pots, wall cones, memory boxes and more.Projects offer a range of styles from Romantic and European style to Modern Country and retro-kitsch. Many of the projects also feature variation ideas for making each decoupage creation truly unique.