Turning everyday images into exciting and original finished art is the allure of Découpage and now, three levels of day courses in this most traditional of French techniques are offered by Stella Andrews through the craft organisation Carte Blanche 79.

Carte Blanche 79  is run by Stella Andrews, a full-time resident in France, who has been producing creative découpage works in a range of styles and forms for several years. Trained in the UK, Stella teaches this most traditional of French art forms back in its home country.

So what is Découpage?

Traditional découpage can be applied to a variety of forms including realistic and abstract and consists of applying multiple layers of the material being used in order to create a 3- dimensional image.

Whilst there are many exponents of this art form, Stella's style is defined by scrupulous detail and finishes which can be made to create the illusion of ceramic or enamel. The original images are often culled from everyday materials and transformed into pictures which can be framed or made into unique cards which are a delight to receive and own.

At present three levels of courses are offered: beginners, improvers and advanced, each with a maximum of 5 participants, ensuring personalised contact in tuition in a relaxed, informal atmosphere in Stella's own home where people can work at their own pace.

Having friends to stay with you? An informal beginners day makes an entertaining and enjoyable break ~ especially on a rainy day! 

Why not get your own group together for a fun day or even morning or afternoon session and give Stella a ring...05 49  25 89 48.

In addition to these courses Stella also provides a unique service transforming photographs of your own home into a three-dimensional Découpage, presented in a customised frame.

Alternatively, découpage of houses make fantastic and very personal gifts for special friends and relatives with homes anywhere in the world. See our 'Products' page for fuller details.