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Decoupage started as a small part of The Artful Crafter website. But, mainly in response to your questions, we have become more involved in the subject.

People are noticing. In addition to the questions we receive about the art, The Artful Crafter was listed as one of the top three decoupage websites in the HGTV.com decoupage forum.

We have covered just about every topic under the sun in these articles, but if there is something you can't find use the search box or click on the "Contact" link to the left to send in your questions.

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Decoupage Articles

The Art of Decoupage
The history of this classic art form.

Advanced Decoupage Projects
Being versatile.

Altered Paint Cans
How to make altered paint cans using decoupage techniques.

Beginning Decoupage
How to decoupage a desk top.

Best Decoupage Products
Replacements for tried and true Mod Podge.

Bubbles in Decoupage Finishes
How to eliminate bubbles when using Mod Podge.

Burning Decoupage Candles
Is it safe to burn decoupage candles?

Christmas Keepsake Album
A Christmas scrapbook layout using decoupage methods.

Decoupage Angled Glass Plates
How to get a perfect fit everytime.

Decoupage a Bookcase
Some tips on how to decoupage a bookcase using kindergartners' artwork.

Decoupage Box with Beach Scene
A reiminder of sunny vacations.

Decoupage Bubbles
How to get a smooth finish.

Decoupage Candles
How to decoupage wax candles.

Decoupage Candle Holders & Napkin Rings
Make candle holders and matching napkin rings with decoupage methods.

Decoupage on Canvas
Some tips for decoupaging on a canvas backing.

Decoupage Cardboard Pendants
Create authentic looking pendants using cardboard.

Decoupage Ceramic Tea Kettle
Ways to decorate a ceramic tea kettle, including decoupage.

Decoupage Clay Pots
How to protect decoupage on outdoor clay pots.

Decoupage on China
How to decoupage an old china lamp.

Decoupage Cloisonné Cross
Create a bejeweled cross out of cardbaord and paint.

Decoupage Coasters
How to decoupage photos on drink coasters.

Decoupage Condensation
Dealing with condensation between layers of a decoupage project.

Gold Leaf Decoupage Coasters
How to make colorful gold leaf coasters.

Decoupage Comics on Wood
Preventing ink bleed when decoupaging comics.

Decoupage Crackle Finishes
Tips on finishing off a crackle finish project.

Decoupage Defects
Fixing defects in finished decoupage projects.

Decoupage Fabric onto Walls
How to decoupage fabric pieces onto walls.

Crackle Decoupage Finishes
How to create a crackled wood finish.

Decoupage Finishes for Commercial Use - Part One
Heavy duty decoupage finishes - two part epoxies.

Decoupage Finishes for Commercial Use - Part Two
Heavy duty decoupage finishes - hardwood floor finishes.

Decoupage on Glass
Creating museum quality plates using decoupage.

Decoupage Ideas
Where to look for inspiration for decoupage projects.

Decoupage on MDF
Do you have to seal MDF before applying decoupage?

Decoupage Medieval Engraved Glazed Tile Cross Pendant
Create a beautiful medieval cross pendant using cardboard.

Decoupage Methods
Advice and methods on how to make a professional decoupage project.

Decoupage Motorcycles
How to decoupage a motorcycle.

Decoupage over Oil Stain
Products to use to decoupage over oil stained wood.

Decoupage Photos
How to add photos to a decoupage project.

Decoupage Plastic Cups
Are decoupaged plastic cups safe to use?

Decoupage on Old Furniture
Tips on how to prepare old furniture for decoupage.

Decoupage Pastels
How to prepare pastel drawings for decoupage.

Decoupage Patterns
Some inspiration for decoupage wall hangings.

Decoupage Picture Frames
Help making decoupage picture frames more durable.

Decoupage Plant Markers
Create colorful markers for your garden.

Decoupage on Plastic
How to prepare plastic furniture for decoupage.

Decoupage Problems
A probable cause of air bubbles in a decoupage project.

Another Decoupage Problem
Tips for dealing with bleeding, air bubbles and lumping in decoupage projects.

Decoupage for Profit
Tips on how to create and sell decoupage crafts.

Decoupage a Silhouette on Tile
How to choose the right paper to decoupage a silhouette onto tile.

Decoupage Spice Jar Labels
How to create original labels with a scanner and another way to prevent ink bleed.

Decoupage on Teak
Tips on decoupaging teak vases.

Decoupage Under Glass
Tips on painting glass before applying decoupage.

Decoupage Vintage Plaques
Aging your decoupage project.

Decoupage Wall Tiles
How to decoupage wall tiles.

Decoupage a Unique Wedding Memento
How to decoupage a wedding announcement and photo plaque.

Decoupaging Wooden Chairs
How to adhere pictures to your decoupage project. Durable Decoupage Finishes
Durable finishes for ceramic cups.

Free Art for Your Decoupage Projects
Where to find free artwork for decoupage.

Gorillas for Decoupage
Where to find gorilla art for your decoupage.

How to Prevent Ink Bleeding In Decoupage Projects
Tips on how to prevent ink bleeding in decoupage projects.

Peeling Decoupage Finishes
Dealing with peeling and yellowing finishes.

Faux Photo Finish
How to apply a photo to solid objects creating a faux screen print look.

Texturized Decoupage
What is the method used to add texture to decoupage pieces?

The Rainbow Bridge
A decoupaged tribute to our departed pets.

Wood Finishes for Decoupage
Tips on how to prepare wood surfaces for decoupage, plus a discussion of available finishes.

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Recommended Reading

These books are excellent resources for decoupeurs. Not only do you get tips and techniques, but also artwork that you can use in your own projects.

New Decoupage: Transforming Your Home With Paper, Glue, and Scissors By: Durwin Rice The Victorian Scrap Gallery: A Collection of over 500 Full-Color Victorian-Era Images By: Dee Davis Absolute Beginner's Decoupage: The Simple Step-By-Step Guide to Creating Beautiful Decoupage By: Alison Jenkins Collage Discovery Workshop: Make Your Own Collage Creations Using Vintage Photos, Found Objects and Ephemera By: Claudine Hellmuth 930 Matchbook Advertising Cuts of the Twenties and Thirties (Pictorial Archive Series) By: Trina Robbins Decoupage: A Practical Guide to the Art of Decorating Surfaces with Paper Cutouts By: Dee Davis

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