Learned Something New ~ A Tutorial…
That’s what I love about this industry…you are able to learn something new {almost} everyday. Sometimes it’s can be something simple, sometimes it’s something really cool and other times you smack yourself on the forehead and say, “Why didn’t I think of that before!?” Well, the other day I was at Scrapper’s Boutique, my local scrapbook store where I work and teach, and the owner showed me this cool technique that she had done on chipboard with glitter and Diamond Glaze/Crystal Effects. It was one of those “Wow this is cool AND why didn’t I think of that?” moments, so I thought that I would share.
I’m actually going to start with the finish product/project and work my way to the details. This is the card that I made with the letter S having the Glazed Glitter technique {that’s just the name I came up with, call it what you will} applied…
By the way, the paper that I used might just be my new favorite. It’s the Quite Contrary line from My Mind’s Eye. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I got picked mine up from Emma’s Paperie.
Here’s a detail shot of the S tag on the card…
This technique is really quite simple, but I thought that I would show the step outs on how it is done. It’s so much easier to show things in pictures instead of trying to “show” them just in words. I wish I had the time to make more tutorials. Maybe this is a start! 
Supplies needed: chipboard or thick cardstock die cut, Diamond Glaze/Crystal Effects, fine glitter, adhesive to apply glitter {the MS glitter glue that came with the glitter is shown}.
Apply adhesive to your chipboard. NOTE/TIP: I used a foam brush to ensure that I got a thin, even layer over the entire piece. Generously sprinkle glitter and shake off excess…
Apply Diamond Glaze/Crystal Effects over the top of the glitter…
Allow to dry thoroughly and then attach to project.
Here are a couple more detail shots of the S. Pictures really don’t do it justice! It’s so smooth, shiny and glittery all at once. I really wish that I would have learned this before Valentine’s day so I could have done it on hearts on Valentine projects. I’m pretty sure that I will be doing this on just about everything that needs a little bling!
So what do you think? Pretty cool, no? Let me know if you use this on any of your projects, as I would love to see what you come up with, too.
Ouhh I love that!!! Now I have to think of a project I can use that on! lol Thank you for sharing!!
Wow! Thanks Jen!! I rarely use glitter because I can’t stand the mess, especially because even once it’s been glued on, it always continues to flake off the project later. This technique seems like it would fix that problem!! I’ll definitely give this a try and if it’s as easy as it looks, I’ll be using glitter A LOT more often!!!
WOW! Jen, that is absolutely gorgeous. I gotta try that.
This is great, Jen!! Love the sparkle
What an awesome idea! No more stray glitter all over everything. TFS!
Jen, I love your card! It is so Spring-y and that glittered S is awesome! I will be sure to try that technique!
Hi Jen, Thanks so much for sharing this, it looks awesome! after years working in Daycare/Preschool I HATE using glitter! lol. But this looks awesome without the mess. cool. That is one thing I love about this industry, is that there are awesome people out there willing to share their knowledge and experiences with others! So Cool . tfs
Oh my gosh, what a great idea!!! I avoid most glitter becuase it flakes off and continues to make a mess, lol! Thank you so much!!
That is SOOOO cool, Jen…thank you for sharing your tute, or I’d probably be too scared to try it!
wow very very cool!
well…DUH!!!! and a slap on the forehead from me!!!!!!!
Jen, thanks so much for sharing this technique! I have lots of the MS glitter, but I have yet to use it because I didn’t want it EVERYWHERE! It would look much better on a project vs. in the plastic jar…lol
I do have a quick question though…did you let the glitter set and dry BEFORE adding the diamond glaze, or did you just apply right after?
Thanks again!
Dawn:)
WOW; what a great technique; thank you for the pictures. I LOVE glitter, but it makes such a mess, particularly when it comes off in the hands of a 6 year old. LOL This would help solve some of that - love it!!
Again, thank you for sharing!
Thank you for sharing! They look FAB, I HAVE to give them a go. You’re right, it’s one of those ‘why didn’t I think of that’ ideas!! Love your card designs, they are all beautiful! You’re an inspiration! :o)
Jen -
Great idea! This not only shows of that lovely shiny glitter we all love and hate, but it allows us to enjoy it without the glitter coming off our pieces of art later.
Elaine Allen
Omgoodness………..I have all three of those products in my cabinets all at once!!! I am in love with glitter so much I would eat it if it were food….so now here is this AWESOME technique I will be using TODAY…………yep, one of those AH HA moments….wonder what other three products I have in my cabinets that would just be awesome??? THANKS SO MUCH!
That is soooo neat! Thanks! Now I need to go shopping because I NEED some of that glaze.
This is such an awesome technique. I’m definitely going to have to give it a try. I rarely use glitter because I don’t like how it comes off so this solves that! Beautiful card and paper too!
WAY cool! Will have to use this technique!!
LOVE THIS and need to try it!!! Thanks!
WOWZERS!!! I totally know what your mean! I had a duh why didn’t I think of that moment while reading this post! Love this idea and I can’t wait to try it out! TFS!
Hugs
Karen
xx
This looks sooo cool!! I definitely need to try this out. Have way more glitter and chipboard than I know what to do with
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the best part is no more glitter to flake off and find in your fruit of the looms!! Don’t ask cuz I won’t tell! LOL
I agree with Jen Tapler. I also don’t love working with glittering, but this would seal it in. Thanks for much for the photo tutorial!
that card is too cute, I love those papers, what a great effect this technique gives
Awesome! When I play with glitter it shows even on my face. I tell folks I have a ’sparkling’ personality. lol My daughter hates glitter for this reason. This tech will certainly fix THAT!! Thanks so much for sharing.
This is really cool!’
Gotta try this soon.
Jen, this is too “cool”! I am smacking myself on the head everytime I look at a new technique!LOL! Beautiful job.
This is so cool, Jen…definitely something I’ll have to try!
Sooo loving this… almost jumped up off the couch just this minute to go make one!! wow… thanks!
OH WOW JEN!!!!! This is GORGEOUS, and yes, “DUH!” **smack**… SO pretty and it’s card receiver friendly, LOL Nuttin like a bit of stray glitter stickin to the receiver! LOL
This is GORGEOUS!! Thank you for sharing this technique with us. I can’t wait to try it!!
This is so cool thanks for sharing. I love it.
This is great. Im going to try this. Thanks for sharing