The art of decoupage began to flourish in the late fifteenth century. Elaborate printed designs were used to decorate furniture which was then coated with many layers of varnish to create a painted effect. The industrial revolution in the nineteenth century brought about the mass production of decoupage papers which made the craft of decoupage more accessible. The founders of the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late nineteenth century recognised the importance of hand crafted goods. The movement redefined the role of craftsmanship. Their wish was to move away from the mass production of the Victorian era and make quality, hand crafted goods.

'Unique hand crafted designs'