TLC186 Glitter Surprise

[Lynn in St. Louis]

Today�s challenge isn�t really a technique as much as it is something that you may not have tried yet with your background stamps. For this project you will need:


Cardstock

Glitter matching cardstock, or close to the color of cardstock you will be using� lots and lots of glitter (so put out the cat, shoo away the kids and dogs and be prepared to sparkle)
Glue ink pad or SU!�s Heat & Stick Powder

A �busy� background stamp (the more close the images are on your background stamp, the more you will achieve the �now-you-see-it-now-you-don�t� effect)


I�m going to include two sets of directions; one for those using the Essential Glue Pad and another for those who may be using Heat & Stick Powder.


If you are using the GLUE PAD:

Ink your background stamp with a glue pad. I used TSUKINEKO-The Essential Glue Pad. Make sure your pad is really juicy. Add more glue re-inker if necessary. Now sprinkle the glitter generously onto your stamped image. Don�t be shy; really dump it on there to get good coverage.


Gently tap off the excess and (this is the important part) I set it aside and let it dry and set up well before taking a really soft bristled brush (I used an old cosmetic face powder brush) and brush off all the remaining glitter that isn�t held on with the glue or knocked off with the tapping. This will reveal the pattern in background stamp.



If you are using HEAT & STICK POWDER:

Stamp your background image with Versamark, or Craft Ink similar in color to your glitter. Sprinkle on your Heat & Stick powder onto your cardstock, tap off any loose Heat & Stick powder, just like you would if you were using any embossing powder, and then heat lightly to activate the �stickiness�, according to the directions. At this point you will sprinkle the glitter onto your stamped image. (be generous with the sparkly stuff � the excess can be returned to the container).


Tap off the parts of the glitter that doesn�t stick and then reheat your project (following the directions for Heat & Stick).

Let this cool for a moment before taking a really soft bristled brush (I used an old cosmetic face powder brush) and brush off all the remaining glitter that isn�t held on with the glue or knocked off with the tapping. This will reveal the pattern in background stamp.


I can�t wait to see all the fabulous ways you will find to use this technique.


My sample card can been see HERE.


Don�t forget to use TLC186 as a keyword when you upload your project.


For the Gallery of all the TLC186 projects, click HERE.

[yellowrose46]

I'm so glad you included a versamark version! This sounds like fun!

[Vicky Gould]

Can't wait to give this a try - thanks, Lynne - you come up with the best techniques!

[Suzy_H]

Sounds fun I will try to play

[tracymum]

Ooooo a sparkly challenge! What fun. Thanks Lynne.

[stampingcaj]

Subscribing to try later, thanks!

[dbdoodle]

I LOVE sparkle!!! Wahoo! Great challenge!

[allmerricks]

how freaky - I was only thinking today of buying a Essential Glue Pad today, after talking to my cardmaking neighbour! I will have to pop in and borrow it from her to give this a try!

[Indy_Patti]

Lynn - great technique to try! I have my backgrounds ready for when I get home from work (and I WILL be glittery at the office today - lol)

I'm using Dazzling Diamonds. I hope someone tries with chunky glitter - I'd love to see how that works!

[DawnL]

thanks Lynn

[dawnmercedes]

what a funtastic idea...and it will get our neglected backgrounds out of their hiding places! thanks...can't wait until the kids are on the bus...

[AmberDawn]

FAB challenge! It was so fun, gonna have to do this again soon!

TLC186-Believe in Your Dreams by AmberDawn at Splitcoaststampers

[n5stamper]

Is it possible that I am the first with a project to upload, Yeh, I think this is a first for me.
Here is my FRIGHT NIGHT HAUNTINGS.

[NANCYRUTH]

thanks Lynn! tlc186, Happiness Blooms by NANCYRUTH at Splitcoaststampers

[blessingsX3]

thanks for the challenge Lynn- I LOVE glitter and bling!! I did do this first one wrong though, did not use pigment ink, still like it though. I will try and do another one if dd will let me LOL. here is mine:

U Rock

[Vicky Gould]

I love the look of this glittery background - good one, Lynne! Here's my

His name is . . . wonderful!

Thanks for looking - have a great day!

[myboys]

Oh my goodness, my heat n stick stuff has been sitting in my drawer for how long? I LOVE the way this is working, thanks for the instructions.....COOL BEANS

[1busymomof2]

Fun fun fun Lynn, I don't have very many background stamps or glitter, but I made it work >"<
glittered damask by 1busymomof2 at Splitcoaststampers

[flowergal36]

This was so fun Lynn. Glad I didn't shower until after I did it. Glitterfied....Thanks for an awesome challenge. Here is mine:

TLC186 Cardinal Christmas Sparkle by flowergal36 at Splitcoaststampers

[dawnmercedes]

I think I"ll be cleaning up glitter for a few days...but I think it was worth it.

glitterized fairy dmb TLC186 by dawnmercedes at Splitcoaststampers

[sarahzoe]

Thanks, Lynn...love your challenges. Here's mine: Glittered Blossoms by sarahzoe at Splitcoaststampers

[AmylovesNormaJean]

NOW This is my type of project! I'm a glitter fanatic! I can't wait to play!

[Cook22]

Hmm - I had one of those Stewarts glue pads and it was so rubbish I threw it out. But I think if I use something like the print pattern BG, I might manage with a Sailor glue pen - I'll try, anyway! Just as well I put off vacuuming up here till tomorrow, LOL.

[Lynn in St. Louis]

bwahaha...ah, glitter - the badge of honor for a true stamp addict! I wear mine with pride. ;)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cook22

Hmm - I had one of those Stewarts glue pads and it was so rubbish I threw it out. But I think if I use something like the print pattern BG, I might manage with a Sailor glue pen - I'll try, anyway! Just as well I put off vacuuming up here till tomorrow, LOL.

[cherbear49908]

Thanks for this challenge, I got to use one of my new Christmas Sets!
Here's my card:
TLC186 Christ is Born by cherbear49908 at Splitcoaststampers

[Bailmac]

Wow, I can't wait to play. I was actually going to get all the laundry done. Now what am I supposed to do? We will see how long I last

[artystamper]

Wow - what a fun new technique - hope to be able to try this tonight after work!

[katieg]

oh wow, this really sounds like fun!!!

[HamiltonGal]

Whoa - co-incidence or what? Just finished a glittery spiderweb card last night. Hope to post later this evening when work, gym and life's little things are all in place! Don't you just love glitter?

[valentina9]

Here's Mine:

Glittery Butterfly

[basement stamper]

Oh I just LOVE bling!! :-D Thanks for the fun technique!!

[cardcrazytn]

I just bought a glue pad and it makes this technique so much easier than inking and then using a glue pen to go over your stamp to add glitter. Loving all the bling I can add to my cards. It is soooo much fun! Thanks for sharing! Have a blessed week!

[Cook22]

somehow I did a double post

[TreasureOiler]

I don't have a lot of background stamps....is it okay to make my own background and glitter it up?

I'll get at it just as soon as I get the kid ready for school ;)

Looks wonderful Lynn!

[stampinjos]

fun challenge. here is mine.

[peanutbee]

Fun challenge today. I love glitter! Here's my Hay Chick! card.

[debhorst]

Here is my card for today's glittery challenge! I am so glad I got to play today. I have missed it!!
Glittery Bambo Forest

[beadn&stampn]

This looks fun!! And MESSY!!! LOL!! Thanks Lynn!! Thank goodness the kids are in school!!

[papermoon04]

Here's mine:

Glittery Peace

[kellyjg]

I just ordered Bella Toile... oooohh, I can't wait to use this technique with it! Thanks, Lynn!