DECOUPAGE

Decoupage originated in Venice in the 1750's, where it was known as lacca povera (poor man's lacquer) or l'arte del povero (the poor man's art).

At that time the artists of the day simply couldn't keep up with the demand for lacquered work.  Several printers produced sheets of engravings specially for lacca povera decoration. These were coloured, cut, and then pasted onto prepared surfaces. They were then varnished many times to resemble the high gloss of lacquer decoration on items such as desks, chairs, tables, cabinets and screens. The furniture resembled the fine hand painted imports of Japan and China.

From Italy the technique moved on to France where it was re-named Decoupage, from the French word couper, to cut. Thus Decoupage, as we know it today, was born.

FRAGILE CRACKLE

Ageing can be beautiful, and here's the proof. Use Fragile Crackle to create the delicate, hairline cracks of graceful age on virtually any surface.

Not your ordinary crackle medium, Anita's Fragile Crackle is a unique 2 step product that brushes on smoothly, easily, and provides uniquely delicate, hairline cracks with the simple stroke of a brush. The perfect solution for projects that require very fine line cracks.

Use it over any surface, and over existing artwork - that means over decorative painting, decoupage, postcards, decals..... whatever you can imagine.

Item # 1028205 Fragile Crackle Kit - Silver

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PENETRATING COLOUR STAIN

Tired of the same old boring brown and bland pastel stains?

New Water Based Colour Stain adds a whole new spectrum of excitement and colour to your wood department. The best penetrating water based stain available. Brush on for deep, rich, unequalled colour - with easy soap and water clean up.

Water Based Colour Stain is available in the following colours.

POLYURETHANE VARNISH

• Water-based polyurethane for easy clean up, yet has exceptional durability.
• Crystal clear finish that will not yellow with time.
• Water, stain and alcohol resistant so you can use it on active table tops.
• Dries hard and durable enough to use on floors.
• Doesn't leave brush strokes like acrylic glue/finishes.
• Excellent adhesion (can even be applied over oils).
• Available in Semi Gloss and Gloss.

Gloss

Item # 1026404 Gloss Varnish - 8oz  -  Contact us for availability

PEARL SPRAY

These 6oz aerosol sprays create a delicate, pearly haze that beautifully accents wood, glass and metal projects.

Item # 1026251 White Pearl Spray
Item # 1026252 Blue Pearl Spray

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DECOUPAGE BOOKS

We have the following books available.

Papercraft

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