https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/decoupage-letters-2 • Posted by Ryland Peters & Small
These plain papier mâché letters are découpages with red-and-white gingham and polka-dot paper. The letters are then finished off with decorative bands of contrasting ric rac braid and tiny buttons to create these festive NOEL letters. They look striking lined up on a mantel piece or table.
These plain papier mâché letters are découpages with red-and-white gingham and polka-dot paper. The letters are then finished off with decorative bands of contrasting ric rac braid and tiny buttons to create these festive NOEL letters. They look striking lined up on a mantel piece or table.
Working on an old plate, paint the letters with the white paint or undercoat, and leave to dry. This will prevent the brown papier mâché background from showing through. Paint all four of the letters and leave to dry thoroughly.
Use the scissors to cut the gingham and polka-dot paper into a collection of squares and rectangles, measuring between 3⁄4–11⁄4in (2–3cm).
Stick a paper square or rectangle onto the letter by applying a thin layer of découpage glue to the letter and pressing the paper firmly into place. Continue to layer the paper around the letter, overlapping the pieces so that none of the background color shows through. Carefully fold the paper pieces over the curved edges of the letter shape. Leave to dry. Repeat for the rest of the letters.
Apply a thin coat of découpage varnish all over the letters, and leave them to dry thoroughly. If you wish, you can apply a further coat to make the letters more hard-wearing.
Cut a length of white ric rac braid to fit around the sides of each of the letters, and glue into position. You may find it easier to use a hot glue gun to do this. You can also decorate the sides of the letters with small red buttons.