Autumn arrangement with napkin technique

Autumn, with its rich colors and cozy evenings, literally invites you to give free rein to your creativity and embellish your home with homemade decorations. In this step-by-step guide, you'll learn how to make your own decorations with the napkin technique and a few simple materials from our online store to create an enchanting, bright fall arrangement. Ideal as an eye-catcher for your living area or as a unique gift for friends and family!

The basics of napkin technique

Before you dive into your creative projects, it's important to understand the basics of 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 napkin . You will need only the top, printed layer.
Applying the napkin paint: Apply a thin layer of napkin varnish to the chosen surface. Make sure to work evenly to achieve a smooth result.
Applying 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 to do it here:

Set the frame: Glue together a sturdy frame from the craft blocks.
Cut the foil to size: Cut a square piece of foil that fits perfectly into your frame.
napkin technique apply: 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 napkin and place it on the foil coated with varnish. Carefully brush the surface again with napkin varnish, to seal the napkin . Allow everything to dry well
Create a second frame: Repeat the steps to create a second, identical frame.
Intermediate frame with chain of light: Make an intermediate frame from craft blocks. Attach the chain of light 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 light later.
Assemble the frames: Glue both finished frames to the intermediate frame to form a single unit. Finally, attach the chain of light switch to the outside of the frame.