Next, sand all wooden areas of the table using medium-grade sandpaper, followed by fine grade sandpaper to give a smoother finish. Step 3 Repeat the process, slightly overlapping the pieces, until you've achieved the desired effect. Keeping the overlap to a minimum saves on paper and helps give a smooth surface. Smooth out any wrinkles and wipe away any excess glue with a barely damp sponge as you glue each piece. The best way is to apply your glue on the reverse side, then lay it flat in position before you use the sponge. Keep going in the same way until your project is complete and leave it to dry. 5. Varnish the pictures Choose your paper. We have a wide selection of papers and patterns for you to choose from, and combining the right colour combinations is something that you want to plan early. Sanding - When decoupaging onto wood you’ll want to give the surface a light sand before applying any glue or paper. The surface of the wood needs to be as smooth as possible to prevent any air bubbles from forming when you are smoothing down your paper.

Once you have selected your item to decorate, make sure the surface of it is clean and dust free, as the varnish you add afterwards will magnify any imperfections. Dust it down with a damp cloth and then leave it to dry fully before you get started. 2. Cut out pictures

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There are lots of different finishes that you can apply once your object is dry. You can add Decopatch jewels, glitter and even acrylic paints to add extra embellishments and details to your design. If you are looking for a high gloss, shiny finish you can cover your decopatch with a thin layer of varnish. Using professional varnish will also make them waterproof! Remember that darker colours can show through lighter coloured papers, so if you plan ahead you can put the lighter coloured areas of paper on first. In the photo the pink accent for the ears was applied first. For the overlapping patchwork effect that is much favoured you'll probably want the paper pieces to be no larger than a postage stamp, unless you're working on a large object. Cover an area with PVA Glue or Decoptach Glue and place your torn up pieces of paper on top. Be generous with the glue, as it will dry clear so you don’t have to worry if it looks messy at the beginning. When you reach the three legs at the bottom, use a whole sheet to cover the side of one leg. Snip into any curves and push the paper over the face of the leg. Continue this method on the other side of the leg. Again you may have some gaps but these can be filled with smaller cut pieces. Step 6

For crisp edges, where the paper stops and doesn't fold over the edge, allow the paper to overlap the edge. When fully dry you can trim with scissors. If the item is not just a decorative item but will be used on a regular basis then add a coat of professional varnish (Aqua Pro). Having a selection of different size brushes allows you to match the brush to the size of the paper pieces. Looking to brighten up your festivities? We have a range of thematic objects too, including Easter rabbits and Christmas reindeer. Apply the paper to the surface and then brush a layer of glue-varnish over the top of the paper making sure there are no air bubbles. Working from the centre of the paper out to the edges helps give a smooth finish. Remove excess glue-varnish.You can decopatch practically anything, from furniture and bikes to storage boxes and picture frames. Why not transform your everyday objects with a bold, colourful pattern? I have seen people suggesting that if you add a few drops of a water based varnish to the water/glue mixture that it makes it more glossy and like Mod Podge, this is maybe something to experiment with. I hope that this has given you some idea as to the differences between the glues and what you might use them for in the future. This is one of the most popular types of paper and it’s a brilliant way to be more sustainable with your crafts; rather than throwing away the gift wrap on presents you receive, keep and re-use them. Going shopping for wrapping paper is also fun.