Autumn creativity: create your own bright autumn arrangement
The basics of the napkin technique
Before you dive into your creative projects, it's important to understand the basics of the napkin technique. This technique is ideal for embellishing a variety of surfaces with decorative motifs.
Preparing the napkin: Start by carefully pulling apart the different layers of your napkins. You only need the top, printed layer.
Applying the napkin varnish: Apply a thin layer of napkin varnish to the chosen surface. Make sure you work evenly to achieve a smooth result.
Attaching the napkin: Carefully place the printed layer of napkin on the prepared surface and smooth it out.
Sealing: To fix the napkin and protect the motif from external influences, apply another layer of napkin varnish.
Designing a light frame
With a self-designed illuminated frame, you can create bright accents in any room. Find out how here:
Set the frame: Glue together a sturdy frame from the craft blocks.
Cut the film to size: Cut a square piece of foil that fits perfectly into your frame.
Apply the napkin technique: Now you can apply the napkin technique: First coat the cut-out foil with napkin varnish. Then carefully peel off the top, printed layer of the napkins and place it on the lacquered film. Carefully brush the surface again with napkin varnish to seal the napkin. Leave everything to dry well.
Create a second frame: Repeat the steps to create a second, identical frame.
Intermediate frame with chain of lights: Make an intermediate frame from craft blocks. Attach the chain of lights to the inside of this frame and leave the cable with the battery hanging out of one end. This way, you can easily switch on the chain of lights later.
Join the frames together: Glue both finished frames to the intermediate frame to form a single unit. Finally, attach the switch for the chain of lights to the outside of the frame.
