Decoupage (or découpage) is the art of decorating an object by gluing colored paper bits onto it in combination with special paint effects, gold leaf etc. Commonly an object like a small box or an item of furniture is covered by cutouts from magazines or other papers. Each layer is sealed with multiple coats of varnish until the "stuck on" appearance disappears and the result looks like painting or inlay work.
Recommended Resources
Techniques of using decoupage to create art with paper, scissors and glue. This site is a complete resource for decoupage artists, offering step by step project instructions, an extensive selection of gift wrap papers, classes and workshops. Features the Durwin Rice Gallery of decoupage art.
http://www.durwinrice.com/
Created by Amy, who has been knitting for more than twenty years, sewing for longer, and decoupaging for about ten years, the site is focused on these topics. Amy offers craft ideas, tips, and tutorials for children and adults. Mod Podge, a decoupage medium and all-in-one glue, sealer, and finish are highlighted here, and a collection of Mod Podge holiday projects are featured. Home decor crafts in a variety of styles, such as farmhouse, rustic, and vintage, are included.
https://modpodgerocksblog.com/
The National Guild of Decoupeurs presents image galleries of members' art pieces, decoupage history, education, workshops, and listings of suppliers, along with membership and trade information.
http://www.decoupage.org/
This decoupage website explains the ancient and interesting method of decorating objects which originated in Italy. Created by Rosanna Del Bon, you can find publications here that explain how this decorative form has been used through history. You can also request private lessons in the art of decoupage from Rosana Del Bon.
http://www.delbondecoupage.it/www.delbondecoupage.it/ENGVER/index.htm
