crafts and decorative paintings

One stroke pansies

2010-05-19T14:38:00.003+03:00

Materials
Wooden plate
folk art acrylic colors
folk art one stroke brushes
Sealer
Sand stone
Steps
1-Lightly sand the surface of the wooden plate and remove the dust.
2-Paint metalic pearl color in two coats.Let it dry.
3-How to paint pansies:Pansies are very easy to draw.
For double loading, dip one corner of the bristles in light color and then the other corner in dark color. The two colors should meet a little in the middle of the brush.Paint pansies and leaves with double loading colors.One stroke painting is a technique and anyone can learn.
4-Apply a coat of sealer.
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Wood graining and transfer techniques-wooden mailbox

2009-05-23T15:41:00.000+03:00

Materials
wooden mailbox
acrylic paints(white or light colors,brown,green,red,metalic gold)
sand paper
glaze medium
transfer medium
picture to transfer(colored photocopies of images)
wood grainer
varnish(sealer)
Steps
1-Prepare the surface of the wood.Sand and paint white or light coloured acrylic colour.Make sure the wood has been sanded smooth and all of the dust wiped off.Apply 2 times.
and let dry.
2-How to transfer picture:Cut out colored photocopies of image to be trasferred.
Apply transfer medium to the surface of the image.Let dry 30 minutes.Then apply medium again.Place image print-side down on the surface.Use finger gently push down the picture and push out thee wrinkles.Let dry overnight.Take a wet but not dripping washcloth and lay it across the back of the paper.Slowly and lightly begin pressing the washcloth around the paper until becomes more transparent.Start in the middle of the paper and peel off carefully.Work slowly and occasionally apply more water until another large layer of paper is gone.At this point as the image dries there is usually some bits of paper left leaving a sort of white haze.Start process of wetting and rubbing over again until the images is crisp and clear.
3-Wood graining technique:Apply brown acrylic base colour and let it dry.Apply a generous coat of glaze and don't worry about working quickly. The glaze dries slowly, so mistakes can be simply brushed out.Put a thick coat of a contrasting colour(red,green and yellow)of acrylic paint onto the surface. Quickly begin pulling the wood graining tool down through the wet paint,starting at the top and pulling completely down to the bottom.Keep repeating this step.Don't stop in the middle. Run the wood graining tool across the surface until the finish looks pleasing and let it dry.
4-Apply a coat of sealer for protection.

one stroke painting and stencil technique -box

2009-01-26T23:21:00.001+02:00

Materials:
Wooden box
sand stone
stencil
stencil brush
Acrylic paints or enamels paints(folk art)
Brushes_one stroke,flat no10-12,script liner
Metalic acrylic paint(gold)
Hi-shine glaze lacquer-like, high gloss finish

Steps:
Steps
1-Prepare the surface the box.Lightly sand . Apply base coat acrylic paint.Let it dry.Sand again.Apply second coat metalic pearl white acrylic paint.
2-Paint metalic gold.
3-One stroke painting method is a decorative painting technique that concentrates on loading the brush two colors instead of light and dark.It is a technique and anyone can learn the paint.
4- Paint with double loaded colors and larger roses or buds first, and then fill with leaves.
5-Stencil:Press stencil firmly on the wood and use stencil brush to daub paint into stencil..Lift corner of stencil carefully,wait for first stencil to dry before repating technique.
6-Apply hi-shine glaze.

one stroke painting technique-wooden box

2008-12-23T08:19:00.000+02:00

Materials
wooden box
Acrylic paints (folk art)
Brushes_one stroke,flat no10-12,script liner
Metalic acrylic paint(gold)
sealer
sand stone
Steps
1-Prepare the surface of the wooden box.Lightly sand and remove the dust with a tack cloth or damp rag .Paint metalic pearl white and light blue acrylic paints in two coats.Apply light blue acrylic paint inside of the box.Let it dry.
2-Paint metalic gold.
3-One stroke painting method is a decorative painting technique that concentrates on loading the brush two colors instead of light and dark.It is a technique and anyone can learn the paint.
4- Paint with double loaded colors and larger roses or buds and pennies first, and then fill with leaves.
5-Apply a coat of sealer for protection .

gold- leaf and decoupage technique-project for christmas

2008-11-16T15:38:00.001+02:00

Project for Christmas
Gold leaf and decoupage plate(tray)

Materials:
Wooden plate or tray
Color copies of whatever images you chosse to use
acrylic paints(metalic gold)
sand stone
decoupage glue
scissors
gold leaf adhesive
gold,silver leaf(roll)
varnish

Steps:

1-Sand the wooden plate.Apply base coat acrylic paint.Let it dry.Sand again.Apply second coat acrylic paint.

2-Cut out colored copies of images and decide how you want them placed on the plate.You can begin brush backside of the picture with decoupage glue or medium.Apply to the plate and smooth out any air bubbles.Brush with more glue on the top,Then let it dry.

3-Apply the gold-leaf adhesive whatever you want leaf to go.The adhesive will look milky when applied, but will dry clear and without visible brush strokes.Let the adhesive dry for about 10 minutes until tacky to the touch.Apply gold and silver leaf and brush the excess leaf from the surface.You can distress, decorate, or overpaint the leaf.

4-Apply varnish.

decoupage book box and wood graining technique

2008-11-05T07:30:00.000+02:00

Decorative paint technique:Wood Grainig technique and decoupage
Decoupage book box

Materials
wooden book box
acrylic paints(black and metalic gold)
decoupage glue
glazing medium
colored photocopy of image
scissor
wood graining tool
varnish
Steps:
1-Sand the surfaces to remove any rough areas, sanding in the direction of the wood grain. Remove all traces of sanding dust.
2-Apply two coats of black acrylic paint base coat.Let it dry.
3-Wood grain:Add the glaze mixture to the paints(metalic gold) that have been mixed.
Quickly begin pulling the comb down through the wet paint, starting at the top and pulling completely down to the bottom. Make sure to comb through all the wet paint that has been put up. Keep repeating this step. Don't worry about working quickly. The glaze dries slowly, so mistakes can be simply brushed out.Run the wood graining tool across the surface until the finish looks pleasing.Paint pages of the book with gold paint.Let it dry.
4-Decoupage:Cut out picture(colored photocopoy).Brush backside of the picture with decoupage glue or medium.Apply to the box and smooth out any air bubbles.Brush with more glue on the top,Then let it dry.
5-Apply varnish.

one stroke painting on ceramic tray

2008-10-08T10:59:00.000+03:00

One stroke projects-On ceramic tray

Materials
Ceramic tray
Acrylic paints or enamels paints(folk art)
Brushes_one stroke,flat no10-12,script liner
Metalic acrylic paint(gold)
Hi-shine glaze lacquer-like, high gloss finish
sand stone
Steps
1-Prepare the surface of the ceramic.Lightly sand and clean with glass cleaner or alcohol. Paint metalic pearl white acrylic paint in two coats with sponge brush.Let dry.
2-Paint metalic gold.
3-One stroke painting method is a decorative painting technique that concentrates on loading the brush two colors instead of light and dark.It is a technique and anyone can learn the paint.
4- Paint with double loaded colors and larger roses or buds first, and then fill with leaves.
5-Apply hi-shine glaze.

decoupage crackle finish-decorative box

2008-09-30T11:15:00.000+03:00

Decoupage-crackle finish technique

Materials
wooden box
acrylic paints(brown,cream,metalic gold
colored photocopy
decoupage glue
scissors
sand paper
crackle medium
crackle varnish 2
oil paints-linseed oil
sealer
Steps
1-Sand the box,remove the dust with a tack cloth or damp rag.Apply acrylic paint(cream color on the top)(apply brown acrylic paint inside of the box.).Let it dry. Apply 2 times.
2-Decoupage:Cut out picture.
3-Brush backside of the picture with decoupage glue or medium.Apply to the box and smooth out any air bubbles.Brush with more glue on the top,Then let it dry.
4-Crackle finish:Apply crackle varnish-2 one coat.Paint lightly and in one direction only.Don't go over the same area twice with your paint brush.Let dry.Apply crackle medium.To create small cracks,use a thin coat.If you'd prefer larger cracks,apply a thicker coat.Let dry.Wait the recommended drying time.
5-Apply oil paint over the crackling medium.Then wipe off the excess paint with linseed oil.
6-Apply two coats of varnish for protection.

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2008-09-26T18:46:00.000+03:00

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paper napkin decoupage lamp

2008-09-23T14:12:00.000+03:00

paper napkin decoupage lamp

Materials:
ceramic lamp
scissors
decorative napkins
glass cleaner
paper towels
napkin decoupage glue
paints(acrylic colors)-white,gold
hi-shine glaze
steps

1.Prepare the surface of the ceramic.Sand andclean with glass cleaner. Paint white colored acrylic paint in two coats.Let dry.

2. Cut out all the pictures to be used in the lamp. Use fine scissors to carefully cut out the designs you want from the paper napkins. Separate the napkin layers and carefully take off the top layer.Place the napkin onto the surface of the ceramic lamp and brush some decoupage medium over the center.Press out any bubbles (eliminate wrinkles)Let dry.
3-Apply hi-shine glaze
Also see projects
paper napkin decoupage projects-ceramic plate
birdhouse-paper napkin decoupage

Crackle Finish Technique and transfer technique

2008-09-05T10:51:00.000+03:00

Faux painting finishes
Crackle is a faux painting finish,by using two different varnishes(crackle medium and crackle varnish 2-available from craft and paint stores).You can be used on wood,biscuit ceramic,metal and polyster.

Materials
wooden table
acrylic paints(cream and brown)
sand paper
picture to trasfer(colored photocopies of images)
transfer medium
crackle medium
crackle varnish 2
oil paints,
sealer
Steps
1.Prepare the surface of the wood.Sand and always paint white or light colored acrylic color.Apply 2 times.
2.Transfer technique;Cut out images to be transferred.
3.Apply medium to the surface.Let dry 20 minutes.Then apply medium again.Place image print-side down on the surface.Use the finger gently push down the picture and push out the wrinkles.Let dry at least 4 hours or overnight.
4.Take a wet but not dripping washcloth and lay it across the back of the paper and wait for a minute. Slowly and lightly begin pressing the washcloth around the paper until becomes more transparent . Start in the middle of the paperand peel off carefully. Work slowly and occasionally apply more water until another large layer of paper is gone. At this point as the image dries there is usually some bits of paper left leaving a sort of white haze.Start the process of wetting and rubbing over again until the images is crisp and clear.
5.Crackle finish:Apply crackle varnish-2 one coat.Paint lightly and in one direction only.Don't go over the same area twice with your paint brush.Let dry
6.Apply crackle medium.To create small cracks,use a thin coat.If you'd prefer larger cracks,apply a thicker coat.Let dry.
7.Apply a matte or satin finish.(sealer)

decoupage box

2008-08-24T18:48:00.000+03:00

Decoupage Gift box
materials
wooden box
acrylic paints(metalic gold,red and green)
decoupage glue
decoupage paper
scissor or craft knife
sand paper
hi-shine glaze(sprey)
beads
steps
1-Sand the box.Apply acrylic paint(metalic gold)(apply green acrylic paint inside of the box.).Let it dry. Apply 2 times.
2-Cut out pictures.
3-Brush backside of the picture with decoupage glue or medium.Apply to the box and smooth out any air bubbles.Brush with more glue on the top and repeat with more pictures until the box is covered. Then let it dry.
4-Apply hi-shine glaze(sealer)
5-Glue the beans on the top of the box.

paper napkin decoupage-projects

2008-06-22T20:09:00.000+03:00

Paper napkin decoupage projects
Materials:

decorative napkins
ceramic plate
scissors
decoupage medium(for napkin)
foam brush
acrylic paints(white and metalic gold)

hi-shine glaze(sprey)

Steps:

1.Prepare the surface of the ceramic.Sand and paint white colored acrylic paint in two coats.Let dry.

2. Use fine scissors to carefully cut out the designs you want from the paper napkins. Separate the napkin layers and carefully take off the top layer.Place the napkin onto the surface of the ceramic plate and brush some decoupage medium over the center.(eliminate wrinkles)Let dry.
3-Apply hi-shine glaze

birdhouse_paper napkin decoupage

2007-11-27T08:08:00.001+02:00

Birdhouse
supplies
wooden birdhouse
sand paper
acrylic colors
decorative napkins
decoupage medium(for napkin)
scissor
cream colored acrylic paint
sealer
steps
1-Sand the surfaces.Apply cream color acrylic paint in two coats.Let dry.
2. Use fine scissors to carefully cut out the designs you want from the paper napkins. Separate the napkin layers and carefully take off the top layer.Place the napkin onto the surface of the wood and brush some decoupage medium over the center.(eliminate wrinkles)Let dry.
3-Apply sealer.

Birdhouse-paper napkin decoupage

paper napkin decoupage-projects

2007-11-24T21:46:00.000+02:00

paper napkin decoupage

2007-11-24T20:35:00.000+02:00

Paper napkin decoupage
Materials:

decorative napkins
wood
scissors
decoupage medium
foam brush
cream colored acrylic paint

Steps:

1.Prepare the surface of the wood.Sand and paint cream colored acrylic paint in two coats.Let dry.

2. Use fine scissors to carefully cut out the designs you want from the paper napkins. Separate the napkin layers and carefully take off the top layer.Place the napkin onto the surface of the wood and brush some decoupage medium over the center.(eliminate wrinkles)Let dry.

transfer technique-projects

2007-11-17T14:36:00.001+02:00

transfer techniques on wooden mailbox

2007-11-17T14:32:00.001+02:00

wooden mailbox

materials
wooden mailbox
acrylic paints(brown,green,red,metalic gold)
sand paper
glaze medium
transfer medium
picture to trasfer(colored photocopies of images)
wood grainer
varnish(sealer)
Steps
1-Prepare the surface of the wood.
Make sure the wood has been sanded smooth and all of the dust wiped off.Apply the base coat and let dry.
2-see the link below; How to transfer picture
3-Apply a coat of sealer for protection .

Decoupage -projects

2007-11-17T14:28:00.001+02:00

decorative book box-transfer technique-projects

2007-11-07T12:27:00.000+02:00

Supplies:
picture to trasfer(colored photocopies of images)
transfer medium
white or light colored acrylic paint
wood
colored acrilic paint-metalic acrilic paint

How to transfer:
1.Prepare the surface of the wood.Sand and paint white or light colored acrylic color.Apply 2 times.
2.Cut out images to be transferred.
3.Apply medium to the surface.Let dry 20 minutes.Then apply medium again.Place image print-side down on the surface.Use the finger gently push down the picture and push out the wrinkles.Let dry at least 4 hours or overnight.
4.Take a wet but not dripping washcloth and lay it across the back of the paper and wait for a minute. Slowly and lightly begin pressing the washcloth around the paper until becomes more transparent . Start in the middle of the paperand peel off carefully. Work slowly and occasionally apply more water until another large layer of paper is gone. At this point as the image dries there is usually some bits of paper left leaving a sort of white haze.Start the process of wetting and rubbing over again until the images is crisp and clear.
5-Apply colored acrilic paint other surface of the box.(bordered with metalic paint)
6-Apply a coat of sealer for protection .

trasfer technique

2007-11-03T09:09:00.001+02:00

Transfer technique
Supplies:
picture to trasfer(colored photocopies of images)
transfer medium
white or light colored acrylic paint
wood
How to transfer:
1.Prepare the surface of the wood.Sand and paint white or light colored acrylic color.Apply 2 times.
2.Cut out images to be transferred.
3.Apply medium to the surface.Let dry 20 minutes.Then apply medium again.Place image print-side down on the surface.Use the finger gently push down the picture and push out the wrinkles.Let dry at least 4 hours or overnight.
4.Take a wet but not dripping washcloth and lay it across the back of the paper and wait for a minute. Slowly and lightly begin pressing the washcloth around the paper until becomes more transparent . Start in the middle of the paperand peel off carefully. Work slowly and occasionally apply more water until another large layer of paper is gone. At this point as the image dries there is usually some bits of paper left leaving a sort of white haze.Start the process of wetting and rubbing over again until the images is crisp and clear.

Decoupage

2007-11-02T07:52:00.001+02:00

DECOUPAGE:
Basically, you cut out pictures and glue the pictures onto an object then cover the object and pictures with a few coats of glue/decoupage medium to protect it.

Supplies:
Decoupage paper or pictures(The pictures can be cut out of magazines, books, wrapping paper, wallpaper, packages, greeting cards, fabric, etc.(Make photocopies of images) You can also buy designed paper made especially for decoupage.You can use photos(high qualilty color photocopies)
Decoupage medium or glue
Damp rag(wipe up excess glue other clean up)
Paint brush(used to apply decoupage medium)
Craft knife or scissors(cut out detailed pictures
Sealer(you can use decoupage medium, glue as a final coat,or acrylic spray etc.
How to decoupage
1.Prepare the surface of the item (paint wood with acrylic paint,let dry and sand.Apply 2 times.You plan to decoupage on.

2.Cut images with scissors or craft knife before beginning project.

3.Arrange the pictures before you add the glue.

4.Completely coat the back of the picture with your glue or decoupage medium.

5.Stick the picture on the glue. Use your finger to gently push down the picture (for a large picture, start from the center and work your way out) and push out any wrinkles and excess glue.Let the glue dry.

6. Coat your item completely with diluted glue or decoupage medium.Let this dry completely.

7.Continue to add coats of the glue or decoupage medium or use another sealer (polyurethane, acrylic spray, etc.) until you get the desired result.