1302-1 Italy
Majolica Dimensional Decoupage
Designed by Patty Cox

Make your guests feel welcome with this beautiful Majolica inspired sign.

When you see the “helping hand” symbol on a project, it means you may need adult supervision to do the project. Always cover your work surface with a mat or some type of protective covering like wax paper or plastic. Always use care when using tools or a heat source. Be careful and safe!

Grade Range:  1 to 6

Skill Level:  Moderate

Appropriate for These Special Events
Christmas
Kwanzaa
Hanukah
Valentine’s Day
Saint Patrick’s Day
Mother’s or Father’s Day
Easter
Halloween
Birthdays
Every Day and Rainy Days

Supports Subject Area(s) of:
Social Studies
Language Arts – e.g. step by step instructions
Visual Arts
Math – e.g. measuring

Time Needed for Project:
1 hour plus drying time

The name majolica was derived from Majorca, the port from which majolica originally was traded. In the 13th century, during the Renaissance, a small town in Umbria called Deruta, made use of the special clay from the Umbrian hills to establish itself as the center for the production of majolica and Italian pottery. The clay is formed, dried and fired for the first time. The cooled form is dipped into a mineral oxide bath, creating a white opaque background on which the designs may be painted. The painted form is fired a second time, for up to 24 hours.

Main supplies:

• 1 – 9” x 12” Elmer’s® Bi-fold Foam Board™
• FloraCraft® Styrofoam® 1” balls, 1 ½” balls and 2” ball, 2 ½” egg
• Elmer’s ® Glue-All™
• Non-bleed tissue paper

Basic Supplies:

• Scissors
• Paint brush
• Disposable container
• Wax paper
• Elmer’s® Painters® Paint Pen, champagne
• Plastic knife