Decorating plates using découpage is really easy and the effect is as good as any expensive designer plate. The great thing is when you do it yourself you can make very special personalised gifts and momentos. You can use photos, special messages or dates, write your own messages or poems for a really impressive look.
What You Need -
- Wrapping paper, greeting cards or other suitable motif.
- Sharp scissors
- PVA Glue and Brush
- Glass plates
- Paint (Acrylic or Emulsion) and Brushes
- Blu-tac
- Extra fine pointed gold or other suitable colour marker pen (spirit-based).
- Cotton wool buds
- Small sponge
- Clear Varnish and paint brush
What To Do -
- Cut out the motifs you will be using. It can look effective to put a larger image in the centre and smaller ones around the edge. Use blu-tac to keep your design in place until you are happy with the positions.
- At this point it is a good idea to put your personal message or photo on the plate.
- With your message and motifs worked out it is time to secure everything in place with glue. Using the PVA paste the right side of your motifs and place them on the underside of your glass plate. Smooth it out with your finger being careful to remove any air bubbles.
- Place any other decorations you are using in the same manner.
- When everything is in place and dry you are ready to paint. Clear off any excess glue with warm water and cotton wool bud. Sponge paint over the back of the plate several times allowing it to dry in between each sponging.
- To finish off, protect the paint with a couple of coats of clear varnish. Remember to allow each coat to dry before applying the next. Clean up the top surface and dry to a shine. this plate should not be submerged in water to clean just wipe with a damp cloth.
- To hang your plate add a peel and stick hanger to the back.
Take your time and plan your design carefully and you will not be disappointed.
Have Fun:)