Glitter Paste Stencilled Background with Aqua and Lavender

A project from our live show Brand Showcase in the HTCN studios - GLITZ CRAFT - broadcast Friday 25th Feb 22 - 1st show · 25/02/2022 · watch it from 36:30

A vibrant textured background created by applying glitter paste through a stencil in two complementary colours. The paste dries to reveal sparkling, dimensional stripes with a beautiful colour blend, perfect for adding glamour to any card design.

You will need

100362 - HTCN - Glitzcraft Background Stencil Bundle - 250222LSEE IT 100363 - HTCN - Glitzcraft Glitter Paste Kit - 250222MSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Secure the circle or star stencil to your black card base using magnets or the supplied paste tape. ▶ watch 36:30
2. Take a pea-sized amount of aqua blue glitter paste on your palette knife—you need very little. ▶ watch 36:45
3. Scrape the paste through the stencil, working it into the cut-out areas with a smooth, butter-like motion. ▶ watch 37:00
4. Scrape away any excess paste from the stencil back into the pot. ▶ watch 37:15
5. Clean your palette knife and select a complementary colour (such as lavender purple) glitter paste. ▶ watch 37:45
6. Apply the second colour through the stencil, filling in gaps and creating colour variation across the design. ▶ watch 38:00
7. Carefully remove the stencil by lifting it straight up, then place it immediately into lukewarm water to rinse off the paste. ▶ watch 38:30
8. Allow the paste to dry naturally for approximately five minutes—do not use a heat gun, as it is not necessary. ▶ watch 39:00
9. Observe as the glitter becomes increasingly vibrant and dimensional as the paste dries completely. ▶ watch 40:00

Tips from the show

• Use only a pea-sized amount of paste—it goes a long way and you can always add more.
• Do not use a heat gun to dry the paste; natural drying allows the glitter to develop its full sparkle.
• Rinse your stencil immediately in lukewarm water to prevent the paste from drying on it, so you can reuse it.

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