Decoupage Process

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  Cardboard is a fine surface for decoupage.Cardboard abstract background texture image by Scott Latham from Fotolia.com
  
  Select a piece of cardboard.
  
  
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  Old magazines have many usable images.different magazines studio isolated on white image by dinostock from Fotolia.com
  
  Cut out or tear images and pretty papers into shapes that please you.
  
  
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  A monochromatic color theme.Old fashioned in memorian card collage image by Jean Paul Beumer from Fotolia.com
  
  Arrange images into a composition that works. Consider choosing a color combination that you like, that will coordinate with a room in your home, or that is monochromatic (varying shades of the same color, such as many shades of purple).
  
  
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  Overlapping images creates interest.Old fashioned French communion cards collage image by Jean Paul Beumer from Fotolia.com
  
  Paste images to the cardboard with rubber cement in the prearranged composition. Cover any parts of the cardboard that are still showing with pieces of paper or images. Overlap images and papers to create interest.
  
  
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  Lace can add texture to your design.laces image by Anna Chelnokova from Fotolia.com
  
  Embellish the composition with collected objects until you are satisfied with the results. Generally, flat objects such as lace, fabric or dried flower petals are easier to work with than objects with more dimension.
  
  
• 6). Brush over your composition with a decoupage medium. A decoupage medium closely resembles white glue, and can be purchased at crafts stores. White craft glue works as a decoupage medium, and can be made by mixing 1 cup glue with 1/3 cup water. Both types will brush on white, and turn clear when dry.
  
  
• 7). Let dry for 30 minutes. Add as many coats as you desire, letting the art piece dry between coats.