Decoupage of bottles with napkins, rice paper, tights - features, description of types, instructions and photo ideas

The Story

Decoupage originated in France and translates as "to cut out. The work itself is the cutting out of various images from paper products and pasting them on glass products. To get a beautiful decoration of the interior, the design of the subject complemented by elements of various materials, then covered with paint and varnish compositions.

Materials .

In addition to bottles, vases and other containers of glass, it is possible to make decoupage:

• bread bowls;
• dishes;
• cutting boards;
• flower pots;
• textile products;
• furniture, etc.

The work will require:

• acrylic-based paint;
• varnish;
• glue;
• brush;
• alcohol;
• sandpaper;
• soft cloth.

Basically, the background of the crafts create with paint, for decoration it is possible to use:

• shells;
• beads;
• ribbons;
• bows;
• sequins and other elements.

For decorations it is possible to use:

• nutshells and eggshells;
• capron stockings;
• lace;
• burlap;
• various fabrics.

Types

Bottle decoupage can be done in several ways.

Decoupage

Such decoration of an object is similar to making clothes from rags - the entire surface of the container is covered with scraps of paper with drawings. Often use specially designed paper with images of a certain direction. This decoration is possible to perform and other materials.

The classic form

In this form using special cards with images, rice paper or tissues. The image is cut out and gently glued to the surface of the object. The method of fixing the image to the surface depends on the type of material, fastening can be dry, wet or by heating. Next, the drawing is covered with varnish. After drying, the object is polished. It is possible to tint the image or make it look like an antique, to give the product an additional volume.

Reverse type

Transparent vessels are used here. The decoration is made from the back surface of the object. The decorating steps are similar to the classic look, only in reverse order. Decorative elements are glued in a pattern to the product.

Artistic (smoky) look

The decoration is similar to painting with all its rules. A general background is created, on which all elements form a single composition with smooth transitions between the parts.

Volumetric method

Relief decoration of objects with pictorial elements. To create the texture is used: fabric, cereals, shells, structural paste.

Features of work

Decorating bottles with their own hands should be made, taking into account the existing rules of this technique:

• the bottle should have a smooth surface, without areas with bulges;
• Manicure scissors allow you to cut out drawings more accurately;
• it is better to use glue with a purpose for decoupage or water solution of PVA;
• Figures should be glued tightly to the product, smoothing the folds;
• Cards for decoupage are placed briefly in warm water before use, then dried;
• the protection of the entire design is a varnish coating;
• volumetric decoration on the object can be created with the help of eggshells.

You can start decoupage by following the master classes, which provide a variety of options for decorating bottles.

Using napkins

Decoupage with napkins occurs in several stages:

• Select a container of the right parameters, get rid of labels, treat with alcohol.
• Prim with an aqueous acrylic paint solution in several layers, the color should be similar to the design color, but a little lighter.
• Cut out the pattern on a napkin and peel off the top layer.
• Apply glue to the bottle and paste the design, smoothing it out and making sure there are no folds or air bubbles. Allow to dry.
• Apply several coats of varnish, letting each one dry.

Using Rice Paper

Beautiful products are obtained by decorating the bottle with napkins and rice paper. This decoupage is easy even for beginners:

• Choose rice paper and napkins with vegetal patterns.
• Degrease the surface, so the elements will stick to it better.
• Tear the paper into pieces with jagged edges to give the base a natural look.
• Fix the rice paper on the surface of the container. To do this, put the scraps on the glass, impregnate it with glue and varnish. You can also place water-wetted scraps on the glass, dry and varnish.

It is also possible to create a good drawing by cutting out images and photos from magazines.

Using tights

Due to their qualities, tights have become a popular material for decorating bottles. They are easy to drape, tightly cover the product, taking any shape. Performing the work is as follows:

• Remove labels from the bottle, degrease the surface.
• Cut the tights to make a stocking. It is smeared with glue, squeezed out the excess glue, and stretched over the bottle. Crease the edges of the stocking evenly around the perimeter. Leave to dry for a few days.
• Paint with acrylic paint.
• Decorate the product to your liking, apply varnish.

With the help of decoupage technique can transform the appearance of the object, giving it a new, more interesting look. Decorated with this method bottle perfectly decorate the holiday table and surprise guests.

Here are some ideas for homemade bottle decoupage