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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.
Ooooo a sparkly challenge! What fun. Thanks Lynne.
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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!
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:
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
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.
bwahaha...ah, glitter - the badge of honor for a true stamp addict! I wear mine with pride. ;)
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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.
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?
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!