Gold confetti is too delightful to keep only for parties. Why not wear it? When I opened this month’s 12 Months of Martha box and discovered the new decoupage line, I decided to give my accessories a festive upgrade. The decoupage glue worked beautifully to add shimmering gold accents to a simple pair of leather flats and a small clutch. The result looks like you just walked away from the best celebration and couldn’t bear to leave the sparkle behind. Ready to confetti-dip your own pieces? Here’s how I did it.
Supplies:
- Leather accessories (I found a pair of flats for $12 and a small bag for $10 at H&M)
- Decoupage medium (I used Martha Stewart multi-surface gloss for a shiny finish)
- Foam brush
- Gold foil confetti (from a local party store)
Step 1 — Prep and dip: Pour your confetti into a wide bowl for easy access. Paint a generous layer of decoupage glue on the area you want to cover. While the glue is still wet, press or dip the glued area into the confetti. You can also sprinkle confetti over the glued surface to fill in spots. Gently shake off excess confetti and remove any pieces that landed where you don’t want them.
Step 2 — Seal: Allow the confetti to dry for about one hour. Then apply a second coat of decoupage over the confetti to lock it in. I found light dabbing motions work best to avoid displacing pieces. Let that coat dry for another hour. Add one or two more clear coats if you want extra durability and a smoother finish, allowing each layer to dry between applications.
Step 3 — The bag: The clutch follows the same method. Paint glue on the area you want to decorate, then either dip or sprinkle confetti on the wet glue. Shake off the loose pieces once the glue has had a moment to set.
Step 4 — Final sealing: Let the glued confetti dry and then apply an additional 1–3 coats of the decoupage, waiting about an hour between coats. This creates a protective finish that reduces flaking and gives a polished look.
The result: A little bit of sparkle goes a long way. These pieces look as if they survived the most fabulous party and kept the best part with them. The multi-surface decoupage held the mylar and foil confetti surprisingly well—something that can be tricky with metallic pieces.
You’ll be surprised at how durable the finish can be when you take the time to seal it properly. I had so much fun with this technique I might try another confetti-dipped project soon—stay tuned!
All Photos by Studio DIY
This post is part of the 12 Months of Martha program; all content and opinions are my own.