Dear All
We will never find any scrap booker or craft enthusiast who
has never incorporated decoupage in any of their projects.I find it very
exciting and beautiful way to add some effects on projects.it was one of the
first thing I tried my hands on.its a
most delicate kind of craft which
require a great practice and a sense of art.
When it comes to creating beautiful things I always opted
for less expensive things.Branded and imported supplies can
burn hole in the pockets.yes if you absolutely need one of those
expensive supplies for any particular project and you are quite sure about it ,then go for
it.otherwise some simple hard-were shop bought supply will do just as great. Another
point is ,suitable decoupage napkins are either not available for our projects
or they are unreasonably expensive.
Solution: its always better to print out
own napkin.this post is about how can we save money on prints.traditionally
napkins are used for decoupages,these napkins are are often decoratively
printed.local party supply stores often keeps printed napkins ,which often does
not go with out intended projects –I had this experience.we have to be very careful
while choose from such napkins.
The solution is to print your own napkins at home.and trust me
it requires skills.Napkins are very soft and thin.-if not inserted in to the
paper feeder correctly –it can jam the printer .this has happened to me couple of times.I have an INK JET printer (These printers are often made for home
use).inkjet printers can have expensive cartridges.. and ink-jet printers works
well if you keep using it regularly—you see how contradictory!
The solution is to install CISS ( continuous inks supply system)if
you really do a lot of printing ,it’s the best way- its an one time investment –one
more thing I really need to master –i.e to be able to open my own printer to
clean inside head.lol!!
Back to the topic
1.you can use regular office paper-go for a low gsm
2.Napkins,it prints well but it needs some practice
3.tissue paper-I like it ( its not that’s soft as the
napkin)
4.rice paper
5.Acid free paper 160gsm
You have to choose from these –as per you skill sets and
your projects.
enjoy
