Learn about the history and origin of decoupage. It all began in ancient Persia when the poets needed to decorate their poems. Marie Antoinette's court decoupaged under glass , "Potichomanie" using paintings fromthe artists of the day.
We take a more modern approach using photocopies and gift wrap. Combine paint techniques and gilding to create unusual pieces.
The beginners decoupage kit includes notes and materials. 2 pages of black and white pictures. 2 small paints, glue, modge and varnish, small pair of scissors. 2 small wooden items to decoupage, some giftwrap, shellac flakes. 
Paint and decorate a small box using black and white cut outs which have been antiqued. Learn how to cut out, how to glue and modge the picture. Finish off with gold pen and varnish.