In this project decoupage artist Joan Justeson shows how to make an elegant decoupaged glass plate. Enjoyed during the Victorian era, this craft comes alive again with today's technologies and finishes -- which make the process both easy and enjoyable. The result is similar to ancient Chinese lacquered wood. You can use a glass bowl, a dish or an ashtray. If you prefer, you can use the same technique to make a glass picture. Remember to wash the finished pieces by hand, not in the dishwasher. Materials:
Clear glass plate or any clear glass item
Cutout image
Color copy of cutout image
Scissors
Yes® Glue or any smooth glue that will stick to glass and dry clear
Brush
Small roller
Waxed paper
Acrylic paint (several colors if you wish to accent); gold metallic is used in this project
Various kinds of sponges (optional)
Cardboard box large enough for the project to fit inside
Krylon® Gloss enamel spray paint
- Choose the image or images for your project. The example shown was cut from a magazine and then taken to a copy shop, where a color laser copy was made, re-creating the image on a thin, clear-backed piece of paper. Cut out each image you'd like to use (figure A).
- Apply Yes Glue or an equivalent to the front of the image, making sure that you apply an even coat.
- Position each image on the back of the glass so it shows through the front (figure B).
- Place a piece of waxed paper on the back of the image, and roll the image with a roller to get rid of any air bubbles (figure C).
- Turn the project over. Check for air bubbles and to be sure the image is positioned properly. If it has moved, you can soak the glass to remove it.
- Clean the glass to remove any excess glue, and allow to dry.
- To add highlights to the design before adding the background color, sponge the accent color on the back first (gold was used to accent the black background). Lightly dip the sponge in the paint and carefully dab the paint where you want it to appear. Allow to dry (figure D).
- Apply the background color. Place the glass upside down inside the box and spray a light, even coat of paint onto the back of the glass. The box will contain any overspray and protect surrounding areas. The background should have a solid, opaque appearance. Five or six coats may be needed.
RESOURCES :
Krylon Paints, Acrylic Spray Finish
www.krylon.com
Sherwin-Williams
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: Not Available
Fax: 800-243-3075 custom
Website: www.sherwin-williams.com
Liquitex Acrylic Gloss
Binney & Smith Inc.
Easton, PA 18044-0431
Phone: Private
Fax: 610-250-5768
Website: www.liquitex.com || www.crayola.com || www.revell-monogram.com ll www.portfolioseries.com
Mod-Podge or Royal Coat Decoupage Medium
Plaid Enterprises Inc.
Website: www.plaidonline.com
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