How to Blend Decoupage Papers with Paint

Decoupage papers are never the exact size we need! So lets grab some paint and watch how to blend the outside edges for a flawless finished look on your furniture or decor pieces!
Mint By Michelle papers are all designed especially with furniture art and refurbishment in mind.
The optimum paper size, finish, design and print have all been painstakingly curated with individuality, style and artistic scope in mind. The artwork is selected for easy blending techniques, allowing you to recreate the colors and techniques of the original artist.
MINT BY MICHELLE DECOUPAGE PAPERS AVAILABLE HERE:
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For "Girl on a Swing" Lynne used the following Fusion Mineral Paint colors:
Coal Black
Picket Fence
Coral
Prairie Sunset
Azure
Heirloom,
Champness
Renfrew
Peony
FUSION MINERAL PAINT IS AVAILABLE HERE:
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FUSION DECOUPAGE AND TRANSFER MEDIUM IS AVAILABLE HERE:
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FUSION TOUGH COAT IS AVAILABLE HERE:
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FUSION CLEAR WAX IS AVAILABLE HERE:
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[@britzel71]

I'm trying to pick my jaw up off the floor 🤭 How stunning, you turned a beautiful slice of art into a master piece...Absolutely Brilliant 👏

[@laurieberry3920]

Me too!

[@creativeness68]

Ms. Ellen. You have no idea how I need to hear perfection is not all that. I struggle with perfecting my crafts, and I get overwhelmed and shut down. Then I won't do art for several months. I searched on KZbin, "How to blend paint?" Your channel popped up. It was God that needed me to hear what you had to say. I have to stop beating myself like Mike Tyson and Holly Field. I'm working on it. Thank you so much. 💓 😊 🙏 😊 🙏 😊 🙏 😊 🙏 😊 🙏

[@ellenjgoods]

You are so welcome thank you for being here with us. We are thrilled that you found us! Yes we tend to be so hard on ourselves, don't strive for perfection just create and enjoy every minute of it. Do what makes you happy! Make sure you enjoy the journey as much as the finished project! We hope to see you back again soon!

[@bevp6904]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. I am attempting my first decoupage on a piece of furniture (an antique chest of drawers) and am going to blend with paint for the first time. Your help is very much appreciated by this novice.

[@ellenjgoods]

You are so welcome, I am honored to be able to help you in any way at all. Enjoy creating and have fun!

[@cherylmacedo5521]

Second time watching…never gets old. 💙

[@ellenjgoods]

I'm so glad to see you here! Hope you are having a wonderful week!

[@deborahsturgess7847]

You are amazing ! That was excellent. You are the gold standard of tutorials 🍃💞🍃

[@ellenjgoods]

Oh Deborah! YOU are the gold standard of followers! I am so thankful always for your comments and encouragement 💓💓💓💓

[@deborahsturgess7847]

@@ellenjgoods You are so kind. Thank you !!

[@colleenkirkbride5455]

You are such a talent! I love watching you create! She is gorgeous!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@laurieberry3920]

Wowza!!! First of all…. That’s stunning! And you did it upside down! Are you kidding me?!? I have never seen anyone use decoupage paper in that way! It’s beautiful. You are so talented! Love your work and your channel. And your music!!!! ❤️❤️

[@ellenjgoods]

Paint fast without overthinking. It’s the best way! Even upside down, I’m just following strokes and colors. Thanks Laurie!!!

[@beverleygarchow9945]

Beautiful work!! I want to try this you are an inspiration!

[@ellenjgoods]

You should! Start with something small! 💓

[@MariaFlores-ql1rg]

Amazing the way you marriage the paper and your artistic touch just beautiful. Blessings.

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Maria! I really think that is the key to fooling the eye… overlapping the paint onto the paper! 💓

[@rebeccavinyard2899]

Beautifully done Lynne. 💜

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Rebecca! 💓💓💓💓

[@friedaschnell3729]

You did an amazing job with this! And upside down at that.

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks for watching, Frieda! Happy New Year!

[@lollylolly8186]

What a great way to train your eye to match colours and brush strokes! Plus it’s so dynamic and the piece ends up looking like a complete work of art! Thx Lynne 👏👏

[@ellenjgoods]

Yes! Lolly, artists have been doing it for years… not to copy but to learn. It’s really a good way to train your eye, as you said. Enjoy your weekend!

[@Winged-Women]

You ARE an artist. The final outcome is fabulous! Thank you for sharing! Now I am off to search for that roller....

[@ellenjgoods]

Oh thank you!!! I’m so glad you enjoyed the vide! 💓💓💓

[@stephaniehayward1046]

Wow 👌 one of the best videos I've ever watched!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you Stephanie! How sweet of you. I hope you have been inspired! 💓

[@lisaroth7526]

This is exactly what I wanted to see right at this very moment! Thanks Lynne!

[@ellenjgoods]

I’m so glad!!!! Go for it… and remember, no such thing as perfection! 💓

[@VanessaStar1031]

STOP IT!! You're just AMAZING!! totally LOVE this!!! Thanks for teaching.

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank YOU for sharing your comment!! Would you try this technique? 😊

[@maggiefletcherscuriouscelt4199]

Perfect demo! Thank you for sharing this technique!

[@ellenjgoods]

I do hope you can find something useful ! Enjoy your weekend! 💓

[@superannieoakley4513]

This was Exactly what I was looking for, so thank you so much!! Now I just need to learn how to pick the best colors & use different painting techniques. I usually love what I create, but since I'm not a painter per se, I'm afraid I'll mess it up by painting. It's not something I've done a lot of. I know...practice, practice!😉

[@ellenjgoods]

Go for it, you can always re-do it if you are not happy with the results. The journey is so fun and exciting! Thank you for tuning in!

[@tammyseaback2988]

Look forward to your inspiring video's. Thank you Lynn. Sending to well wishes from South East Texas.

[@heathermacleod7068]

That is absolutely stunning

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you Heather! Enjoy your weekend and happy painting!

[@vintagemagnolia3471]

I have fond memories of watching you paint this live Lynne but I don't recall that I saw it completed. I'm so happy I took the time to double down on youtube where you've done a great job with the editing! You go girl! Love, Michelle C 💖😍

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Michelle! Thank you, thank you for always sharing your thoughts and feedback! I really do love doing these little edited videos. And I’m sure they are much easier to watch than an hour of live video. Bless your day! 💓

[@heathergausin5961]

I just found you and I love your energy so much! Such a great breath of fresh air and easy to listen to. I love your advice on life too

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Heather! Thank you so much! I’m sorry for the delay in getting back to you. We so appreciate you watching and hope you continue to be inspired. 💓

[@danettecadzow9837]

Love that paper reminds me of the Lakes! Great inspiration!

[@ILoveMaltese]

Love, love, love this tutorial ❤️. Thank you.

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you! I hope it’s helpful!!! 💓

[@lorraineophoff4984]

Thank you for this very helpful tutorial! Pretty!

[@ellenjgoods]

You are so welcome! Thank you for being here with us!

[@kaytiemcd4331]

Excellent Tutorial. It turned out just beautiful. Thank you

[@ellenjgoods]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much!

[@debbiemarkgraf6901]

This turned out gorgeous!! Love your channel!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you Debbie. I really appreciate you coming by! 💓

[@barbott2430]

I am blown away by how stunning that looks! I’m fairly new to your channel and will be on your website ! Thanks

[@ellenjgoods]

Barb, I’m so happy you are enjoying what we do! And so happy you are here with us! 💓

[@pamelacook7933]

Opens a world of exciting possibilities for someone like me who just doesn’t quite have the talent to create and image from a blank canvas.

[@ellenjgoods]

It truly does, Pamela. It’s one of the joys of coming to one of our creative retreats. You are guided through the process of creating your own art.

[@cherylatkinson9083]

Lynne, what an amazing job you did recreating the art around the paper. This was perfect timing for me because I just laid a piece of Decapauge on a piece that it didn't quite fit. I admire your skills so very much. If I didn't work for corporate America I would be watching every live you have on. This is perfection.

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Cheryl! I’m so excited for you to try this! It opens a whole world of possibilities!!!! You are a dear and I always appreciate your comments! 💓

[@cathleenneese1217]

Love this! You did a fabulous job and very well explained. I can't wait to start my project

[@ellenjgoods]

Yay! Thank you! Have a ton of fun creating!

[@fanniesprojectpalace2278]

That came out amazing!!!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you!!! I loved working on it!

[@tracydufour3687]

Lynne, I’m just beginning to use decoupage papers so this tutorial was much needed. The way you blended what would’ve been a hard edge and the way you took your color into the painting made it so cohesive. Love this technique and your style! Thanks for sharing your talent! Hope you have a beautiful weekend in your idyllic little cottage! 😊😊

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Tracy! Welcome to the world of decoupage! I love being able to share any techniques that will help you to dive in and make beautiful art! I hope you have a lovely day!!!!

[@yvettesblack]

Beautiful!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you!

[@kathyscott4635]

Just love seeing your beautiful creations.!!! Keep up the great work and thank you so much for sharing your talent.

[@ellenjgoods]

Kathy, thank you! I’m so encouraged by your comment! 💓💓💓

[@tinagallucci40]

You make it look so easy...and maybe it is! Can't wait to try this technique!

[@sabrinahowe-coopman683]

I am blown away... Stunning!

[@ellenjgoods]

Hey Sabrina! Thank you SO much for your comment ! I’m always blown away, too !

[@candacewalsh8726]

Thanks for breaking that down so well Ellen. Also, if you’ve ever read - Drawing on The Right Side Of The Brain- you elevated your painting by doing it upside down! Love your videos and your art💕❣️

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Candace! I’ve never read it! But I have to!!

[@robinmartinko8644]

This is amazing! ❤️

[@ondinadixon1875]

OH WOW WOW ! Just ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT! Don’t think I could do what You did , but I’m Gonna give it a Go 😜 Again Just ❤️❤️ IT Thank You for Sharing Your Talent 👍👏😊

[@ellenjgoods]

Yes! Just go for it! Paint quickly without thinking too much, and just follow strokes and colors!

[@tracybroughman8796]

Incredible!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks so much for watching! It’s a fun technique! I’m sharing a Christmas Mint blending paper project soon!

[@lisaterlecki8466]

Wow … beautiful

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Lisa! Have a greAt week!

[@sandramalbrough3499]

I have always been afraid to use decoupage papers that do not fit my frame or canvas exactly because of the dreaded edges. Not knowing or having the knowledge of how to blend or extend the ARTIST work has always been an issue for me until now. Thank you so much for sharing this video. I've learned more from this short tutorial then from watching all the other ones.

[@ellenjgoods]

I hope you are willing to just try. It’s the only way to conquer the fear and improve! Start with a small project like I did. 💓💓💓

[@thesmikey13]

So very helpful, thank you 🙏

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you so much. 💓

[@kavln11]

Beautiful!!! Lynne, you’re a talented artist and teacher! Loved this tutorial ♥️

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Karen! Thanks always for your very generous feedback. You know I do these videos for you, right? 😉😂💓

[@cjdiep]

Just Love it!!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you! 💓

[@karenbaldry8096]

That is amazing ❤️

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks for watching, Karen!

[@melissamccracken6327]

Absouletly amazing!!!!

[@kathynelson2461]

You are an amazing artist thanks for sharing!

[@shastablair1141]

Wowwww!!! 😍😍😍😍

[@betsykellydesigns9600]

Thanks 🙏🏼 I am doing a coffee table and still scratching my head as to the way I am going to incorporate paints and paper.

[@ellenjgoods]

I hope this helps! Let me know how it goes!

[@ellenjgoods]

I hope this helps! Let me know how it goes!

[@jackiemahoney1314]

This is fabulous and you are an artist 🎨

[@ellenjgoods]

Jackie, you are too kind. There is an artist in all of us 💓

[@jackiemahoney1314]

@@ellenjgoods ❤️❤️

[@carlaorjohn]

Outstanding!!!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Carla! It’s really a fun techniques! 💓

[@rouladergham4015]

You are amazing teacher thank you so much 😍

[@ellenjgoods]

I’m so happy this is helpful!

[@jessicatucker1440]

Looks great!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks Jessica! I really appreciate it!

[@pamt5132]

This was such a helpful and inspiring tutorial! I have hesitated to use decoupage papers because the image always has a squared off edge and never came in the size or shape of the piece I wanted to use it on. Thank you for sharing your time and talent with us!

[@ellenjgoods]

Absolutely! It’s really a great way to make those papers work. Thank you for watching 💓

[@growsomethinwild]

I'm about to do my first decoupaged piece of furniture. I'm doing Study in Black and Green. I am so afraid I'm going to mess it up. I don't even know how to do any of it but I'm going to try my hardest. Thank you for the wonderful tips.

[@ellenjgoods]

Hi Janet! I think you have to just dig in! Find a small area that you can easily match colors and go for it ! 💓💓

[@JJArtoArt]

Wow.. amazing art work..

[@ellenjgoods]

It’s fun to try to recreate the artist’s strokes! Thanks so much JoJo!

[@JJArtoArt]

@@ellenjgoodsits difficult to do it. but you did it so perfect..

[@charlottenance9697]

Unbelievable how you can do that.

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you so much!!!

[@elgajoh]

Wow, I love all of the decoupage you displayed. Which primer and varnish is perfect for surfaces like ceramic, glass ?

[@ellenjgoods]

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[@AM-ei7qk]

💖💖💖💖

[@ellenjgoods]

😊 thank you

[@karenkearney755]

I love your clear tutorial but not sure why people think the music is necessary. It’s distracting and not needed

[@ellenjgoods]

Thank you for watching and for your feedback.

[@Tami24945]

Ellen, I paint roses with acrylics paints. Do you know if I can decoupage the actual painting ( if I use water paint paper) to the actual item? I can’t get this question answered?

[@ellenjgoods]

I think you’d need em to create an actual photo file of your painting and then have it printed to a size that you could decoupage

[@pjbarker956]

Did you use all chalk paint or any kind will work?

[@ellenjgoods]

I used Fusion mineral paint. You could use anything, really. 😊

[@lisajones236]

what type of paint are you using for the background? Acrylic?

[@ellenjgoods]

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[@ellenjgoods]

I used all Fusion Mineral Paint

[@rosejohnson973]

Very nice but please lose the background music - it really distracts from your demo!

[@ellenjgoods]

Thanks for your feedback! 💓

[@michellemoore5607]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ellenjgoods]

😊❤😊