By using paper cutouts, the effects of wonderful scenes and decorations were achieved at low cost. Decoupage pieces became so beautiful in themselves that the craft has since seen many revivals of popularity among the masses. Eventually anything with a surface that could be enhanced by the addition of these cutouts, including boxes, trays and accessories, was used as a background for decoupage . During the Victorian age, decoupage became the vogue for ladies and children who made tea trays, little boxes, frames, etc, that were profusely covered with cupids, flowers and other symbols. In the 20th century, with so many technical advances in paints, varnishes and decorative papers, decoupage is an even more exciting art form than ever before.
Modern decoupage makes use of the widely printed media available today.
Cal endars, gift cards, magazines, photos, wrapping papers, doilies, are a few of the many papers one can use when creating your chosen craft. Decoupage is an art of elegance. There is a refinement about this art that distinguishes this work the moment you set it. The appearance of your finished craft is stylish, mellow and usually antique in character. It is an individual cr eation, where no two can be alike.