Creative Tips & Tutorials

How to Seal and Protect Your Decoupage Projects.

Learn how to seal decoupage, choose matte or gloss, apply an even finishing coat, and care for your project after drying and curing.

Choose decoupage paper with confidence. Compare sizes, understand paper types, and plan your design’s scale, placement, and background color.

Learn what causes decoupage wrinkles and bubbles, how to handle folded paper, and when to smooth, repair, or let your project dry.

Learn how to trim decoupage paper with a craft knife, sand exposed wooden edges, and repair lifting corners for a neat, finished project.

Try five beginner-friendly decoupage projects, from wooden plaques and keepsake boxes to framed artwork, decorative trays, and handmade gift tags.

New to decoupage? Learn what supplies you need, how to choose an easy first project, and tips for applying decorative paper with confidence.