Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt Tutorial

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

Hi friends

I am back on my blog after a long gap ....hope you missed me some :) I am sharing a Reverse decoupage glass plate made with the awesome DecoArt supplies 

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

I started with a 9" glass plate and using Americana Decou-Page Matte  applied the Paper Napkin on the reverse side of the glass Plate .... allow to dry and then apply another coat of  Americana Decou-Page Matte  on the paper napkin. after that was dry I applied DecoArt Media White Gesso on the decou-paged surface at the back of the plate........

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

I then selected a paper from the Tribal set of Specialty Decou-Page papers from DecoArt . Americana Decou-Page Paper is significantly thinner than most decoupage papers and delivers an almost seamless finish. Extremely soft, durable, pliable, and workable, this special paper weight is so simple to use. It easily wraps around corners, eliminates creases and wrinkles. This comes in three coordinating pattern sheets per package ( Each sheet measures 12"x16" per package).

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

I selected the paper and cut according to the size and shape of the plate and dry fitted to see position at the back of decoupaged surface.

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

 Using the DecoArt Dimensional metallic paint in Gold and Andy Skinner Mixed Media Stencil Tornado  stencilled on the Decou-page paper.....

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

After the Metallic texture paint is dry cut little slits on the inside circle of decou-Page paper so that it fits well on the curved surface of the glass plate. Decoupage on the reverse side of the plate using Americana Decou-Page Matte , after the glue dries completely, sand the excess paper with a fine grit sandpaper....

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

Reverse Decou-Page with DecoArt supplies Tutorial

Seal the back of the plate completely with Americana Decou-Page Matte  and after drying finish the back with a coat of Media Gesso in Black or white or Gold metallic. You need to give an opaque coating at the back as the Decou-Page papers are translucent . 

I do hope you like this project and try your hand at reverse decoupage......

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Reverse Decoupage and Collage on Glass

Collage on Glass with DecoArt

Hi Friends

I would like to share this lovely collage work I created on a Glass Plate. This actually combines both the techniques of  Reverse Decoupage and Collage.

Collage on Glass with DecoArt

The painted Deer is a Decoupage napkin Tissue. I have cut out the image from the Napkin and removing the extra ply decoupaged the image with Americana Decou-Page Matte Decoupage Glue . Clean the back of the plate with an alcohol wipe and make sure it is dry. In the reverse decoupage technique, remember to keep the Tissue Image face down on the glass surface, apply the Decou-Page Matte and allow to get little tacky and then place the Tissue paper slowly and smooth with a plastic wrap. let dry and give another coat of Decou-Page Glue to seal the napkin.

Collage on Glass with DecoArt

After the Decou-Page Glue is dry, clean the glass with an alcohol or baby wipe or a damp rag to remove traces of extra glue. I have painted the Decoupaged image with DecoArt Media white Gesso  so that the Image design is highlighted. In the reverse decoupage technique if you are using Decoupage Napkin , it is very important to paint an opaque white layer  over the design so that the design is clearly visible . 

Collage on Glass with DecoArt

Next I have used a Book Print pattern paper from PaperMania , torn the paper into strips , dampened the strips of paper with water and then decoupaged onto the back of the plate with Americana Decou-Page Matte. Press with a damp sponge to ensure there are no air pockets.overlap the paper strips to cover the surface and let dry completely. Give another coat of glue and allow to dry completely. Cut the overhangs with sharp scissors or exacto knife. Distress edges with DecoArt Media Black Gesso.

I have given  one coat of DecoArt Matte Metallic gold on the back of the plate and one can see glints of gold in random places ( difficult to see in pics ) Finally two coats of DecoArt Media Ultra-Matte Varnish  to seal all the layers.

Collage on Glass with DecoArt

Do hope you like this combination of Decoupage and collage on the glass surface. Please do leave your comments. I would love to read what you say !!

DecoArt supplies used : 

DecoArt Media Gesso White and Black

Decou-Page Matte Glue and sealer

DecoArt Matte Metallics Gold

DecoArt Ultra-Matte Varnish

Linking to : PaperArtsy Challenge #19 Tissue Paper

https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/ Anything Goes

First Workshop on Reverse Decoupage by 'SuRuchi Creations and Workshops'

Hi Friends

I have formed a collaborative venture with fellow artist and friend Ruchi Gupta called SuRuchi Creations and workshops and so happy to share that we had our first Joint workshop on 22nd September , 2018 at Project Eve Store in South Extn, New Delhi. 

First Workshop by 'SuRuchi Creations and Workshops' ......where learning is a fun-filled creatively invigorating experience .....am sure the participants enjoyed the creative experience with us. Me and Ruchi were so humbled by the talent, enthusiasm and love of all the wonderful ladies.....thank you Carol and Pooja of Bloom & Grow and Project Eve for reposing your trust in us.

It was great fun and a full house (42 participants ) ....we created Reverse Decoupage on Glass plates....here is sharing some pics from the workshop....lots of happy faces and lovely projects .....

Please do leave your comments. I would love to read what you say and I would love to visit your blog too !!