For a girl, a wallet is not only a place to store money and payment cards. This is a special accessory that is selected according to style and personal preferences. With prolonged use, your favorite products lose their presentable appearance and relevance. In the current situation, it is not necessary to purchase a new wallet. You can update your accessory using several simple methods.
We will tell you how and how to decorate an old wallet with your own hands.
Decorating with paint
Dyeing is the easiest way to change the appearance of a product. An option with full coloring or partial application of a pattern is suitable here.
Tools
To work you will need:
- wallet;
- brushes;
- alcohol;
- cotton pads;
- stencil;
- acrylic paints;
- masking tape;
- varnish
Completing of the work
The surface of the wallet should be degreased. To do this, carefully wipe the product with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol. Leave until completely dry. If there are places on the surface that do not need to be painted, they can be covered with masking tape. It will help protect elements from paint.
Coloring is performed in several stages. Each layer must be left until completely dry and only then proceed to the second. During the painting process, do not change the direction of the brush.
Important! The paint is applied in a thin layer. A minimum of 3 consecutive applications is recommended.
Stencils are suitable for creating a picture. After complete drying, the result must be fixed with acrylic varnish.
Decoupage
Decorating in the decoupage style is very popular when updating furniture or interiors. This option is also suitable for updating your wallet. The work will require similar materials as in the method described above. Stencils should be replaced with napkins or fabric cuttings with which the accessory will be decorated.
The surface of the wallet is thoroughly degreased, and the fasteners are sealed with tape. We treat each side several times with acrylic paint of the desired shade.
Advice. Do not forget that the next layer should be applied after the previous one has completely dried.
We place a cloth or napkin on the surface of the wallet and treat it with varnish. Using a brush, carefully smooth the material to avoid the appearance of folds or bumps.. The excess is carefully trimmed with a stationery knife.
Rhinestones and beads
These materials are actively used when updating accessories. Ready-made patches that you made yourself or purchased from a specialized store are suitable for the job.
The decor is attached to the surface of the wallet using glue. It is recommended to use a brush for application.The glue is carefully distributed over the surface to be decorated. Excess should be removed immediately with a thick cloth to avoid drying out and subsequent streaks. When decorating, you can decorate the entire surface or distribute the embroidery in the corners of the accessory.
Important! At the initial stage, do not forget to degrease the surface.
Lace and leather appliqués
Lace and appliques help to completely transform and sometimes update the appearance of any product. When working with lace, the stages of work are similar to decoupage. The wallet can be painted and then covered with lace. Cut off the excess with scissors or a utility knife.
Most applications already have an adhesive layer. In order to decorate the surface, you should remove the protective film and carefully place the selected picture on the wall surface. If there is none, you will need glue. It is applied to the reverse side of the applique using a brush. As you work, keep a close eye on any excess. If they appear, the glue should be removed immediately with a soft cloth.
Useful tips
- When working with lace, the surface can also be treated with acrylic varnish, and the corners can be decorated with metal inserts.
- Decoration work should only be carried out with a clean product. A fabric wallet must be washed thoroughly, a leather wallet must be cleaned of possible dirt.
- Sewing is also a suitable option for attaching leather appliqués. If the wallet is made of soft fabrics, the picture can be sewn by hand to the wall of the product.
- When decorated with decoupage, accessories with slightly smeared edges look original. To achieve this effect, the paint around the edges must be lightly treated with a soft foam sponge.
Each girl has special requirements when choosing a wallet.The product should have an attractive appearance and complement any image. Global trends change at an enviable speed, and therefore it is not always possible to purchase a stylish accessory. A few tricks will help anyone who wants to radically transform any wallet.
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