DIY On A Budget Issue Two | Page 15

Treasure The Vintage, Learn how to Decoupage

Step by step guide to transforming my table

1 I always use sugar soap to remove dirt and grime and lightly sand

2 I applied 2 coats of Annie Sloan old white

3 Using a paint scraper I drag through the paint when damp to get desired distress look .Leave to dry and any extra can just be added.

4 Then lightly sand and begin decoupage .I always tear a napkin as close to the design as possible as it gives a better finish .Apply a medium (pva).Minimum as poss. as it prevents creasing .Using Clingfilm gently brush any creases. I allow to dry then add a further 2 coats of glue to image.

5 To finish I always sand over the dry image just to age and blend in.

6 For the finishing piece I used matt varnish for protection and durability.

Written By Samantha Adamson

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