What is the difference between Decopatch and decoupage?
Lots of people get muddled up with Decopatch and Decoupage, but don’t worry, essentially they are the same thing – ‘Decoupage’ is the process of sticking and covering an item, where as ‘Decopatch’ is a brand of Decoupage paper and products.
Can you paint decopatch?
You can add Decopatch jewels, glitter and even acrylic paints to add extra embellishments and details to your design. If you are looking for a high gloss, shiny finish you can cover your decopatch with a thin layer of varnish. Using professional varnish will also make them waterproof!
Can you decopatch with any paper?
You can use almost any paper or light fabric material to cover your surface. Wrapping or origami papers are great because they’re decorative and a good weight. Other types of material for decoupage include: Fabric or paper napkins.
Can you use any paper for Decopatch?
Is PVA glue the same as decoupage glue?
The short answer is yes, almost. PVA is white crafting glue that drys transparent and Decoupage Glue is also a white crafting glue but with a completely different consistency. You can simply use PVA glue and water it down and you will end up with a glue mixture, that is almost exactly the same as Decoupage glue.
Can you Decopatch wood?
You can decorate almost any solid surface with decopatch paper from paper mache, shells, glass, wood, ceramics, stone, wood, plastic, metal etc – so you can enhance furniture, jewellery, flower pots, chairs, vases, lamp shades, the list is endless…
Can you Decopatch on card?
Layer directly on to card, metal, wood, plastic and even glass and brighten up your everyday objects. It’s a great way to upcycle furniture, create beautiful sculptures and even keep the kids entertained. Whether you’re 3 or 103, Decopatch is a fun and creative way to start crafting.
Can you put Modge podge over photos?
Well, Mod Podge has the answer! Transferring a photo onto just about any surface such as wood, metal, glass, terra cotta and even fabric is so easy to do using Mod Podge Photo Transfer Medium!
Is Decopatch glue waterproof?
The Decopatch Paperpatch Glue Varnish is an exceptionally versatile glue, designed to work perfectly with Decopatch’s range of paper. It can be applied to most surfaces, including paper, card, wood, glass, metal, plastic, ceramic, fabrics and more. It will produce a water-resistant, non-sticky film.
Can I use PVA glue for Decopatch?
PVA glue is another type of glue, that you can use for decoupage but it is a little more tricky to use. PVA glue sticks to pretty much the same Materials, that Decoupage Glue does, so there is no problem there. But PVA glue drys a little faster than Decoupage glue does, so you have less time to work with it.
Can I use PVA instead of Modge podge?
Watered down PVA glue. That’s: Homemade Mod Podge is PVA glue with water in it. PVA is also known as Elmer’s glue or woodowrking glue or simply white crafting glue. It is gluggy and sticky and thick and perfect.