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Tips & Tricks for using Glimmer Mist

admin — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 23:21:00 GMT

I received this information from Tattered Angels and thought I would pass it along. Frequently asked questions about Glimmer Mist. See- it's Ok if you get blops when you spray!

Commonly Asked Questions about Glimmer Mist

First and Foremost - Give up perfection!! No one gets a perfectly even spray every time. There will be some blops (is that a word?!). Think of them as adding "movement" to your project!

Happy creating!

How to Use:

For a light, evenly misted look hold Glimmer Mist away from your project, and spray, such as you would when applying hairspray.

For a thicker, raindrop application hold Glimmer Mist closer to your project while spraying. Do not move the sprayer too much, or too fast.
For a pooling effect, which gives intense color, spray Glimmer Mist very closely and directly on your project.

You can let Glimmer Mist air dry or use a heating tool to speed up the drying process.

Please note that while Glimmer Mist is attractive when just using one color, layering multiple colors also adds a beautiful richness to your projects.

Visit our blog spot at: www.glimmermist.blogspot.com for ideas!

Some of our Favorite Places to Use Glimmer Mist:

Dries instantly on wood
Looks fabulous on chipboard and paper
Sticks to metal and glass
Pools on plastic to create a stained glass effect
Makes your stickers shimmer
“Pops” your fabric or paper flowers
Adds a gorgeous sheen to lace, ribbon, twill and fabrics (will wash out!)

Glimmer Mist applications are limited only by your creativity!

Commonly Asked Questions

The sprayer dribbles:

When you spray, make sure your finger is not hanging over the front edge of the sprayer. When the Glimmer Mist disburses it will hit your finger and dribble back down onto the rim of the sprayer. The next time you shake it or tip it, it will dribble out. If your finger is pulled back the Glimmer Mist will spray out in the pattern it was intended to and as much won't go back into the cap.

When you push down on the sprayer some of it gets into the rim of the cap. Before you shake it the next time, pop the sprayer part off and tip out an excess.

The sprayer gets clogged:

To prevent it getting clogged - make sure you shake all the bottles of Glimmer Mist really well before you spray it. The Glimmer part settles as the bottom and if the bottle isn't shaken really well the sprayer will suck up too much glimmer for the sprayer to handle.

To clear out the sprayer - take the top part off and put canned air down by the hole. Spray the canned air. You can also put the canned air to the outside of the hole and spray it that way.

You don’t like the Spray Pattern:

You want a fine mist – Push the sprayer down quickly and move it across the surface of your project like you’re applying hairspray. You want to keep your hand moving quickly and evenly across your project. Bear in mind the nature of the product is that it may take you several tries to a completely even spray pattern. Practice spray before you do your final project.

You want a “splotchy” look – Push to sprayer down halfway while aiming at your project. Don’t move the sprayer too much or too fast.

The paper is curling:

Glimmer Mist is a water-based spray that can make lightweight mediums (like tags and paper) curl as it dries. There are a number of ways you can correct this:

Use a heat tool on both sides of your paper
Iron your paper
After it’s dry, place a heavy object on it for a few minutes

Will it stain my hands and/or clothes?

As with any arts and crafts project, messes happen. Glimmer Mist will come out of your clothes in almost all circumstances. It may take a couple of washings so make sure you check before you put it in the dryer. Glimmer Mist on your hands comes off best with shampoo – so once you’re out of the shower it should be gone! It will also come off with several washings from soap.

Will it fade in the sun?

Yes! Glimmer Mist will fade if left in the sun. You may be able to resist fading if you use a UV protective coating over your project.

Is Glimmer Mist water resistant?

No, Glimmer Mist is water based and does not use pigment dye. Therefore, it will run if exposed to moisture. If you’re planning on using Glimmer Mist in a humid environment (bathroom décor, for example) put a protective coating over it.

My stamped images get blurry after being sprayed:

There are two ways to use Glimmer Mist with stamped images. If you’re using archival ink, you can spray Glimmer Mist on top of your stamped image and it won’t run. If you don’t use archival ink, spray the Glimmer Mist first and stamp your image when it’s dry

Check out Scrapbooks N Smile's Assortment of Glimmer Mist in their store www.scrapbooksnsmiles.com ! Looking for a specific color? Email us at info@scrapbooksnsmiles and we can try and special order it for you!

New Year - New You

admin — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Happy New Year! Create a new more creative Scrappy You! It's 2008 set some new scrapbooking goals for yourself -

1. Set aside some time to Scrapbook - whether you like to scrap alone or with friends. Plan a few definite dates on your calendar to scrapbook. Maybe plan to got to a charity crop or scrapbooking weekend this year.

2. Upload your photos that you have had in your camera for months and get some recent pictures printed out. Sometimes new pictures give you new inspiration. You can always come back to your old photos but try a page or two with recent photos!

3. Get out of your 12x12 rut. Not all pages have to be in a 12x12 format. Create a mini album or altered project using photos. Mini books of one theme give you a feeling of completion and highlight your memories just as well as a 12x12 page.

4. Get more organized. Sometimes this is an overwhelming task. Maybe start small. Just pick one item you want to work on getting organized and start from there. Maybe your it means getting your cardstock organized and located in one place or organizing all the flowers you've collected into cute little containers. when your organizing it's also a great time to get rid of supplies you know you won't use and give them to a friend who's just starting out or donate them to a charity crop.

5.Try something new on your pages. Maybe you've seen a technique in a magazine you always wanted to try or you've had stamps or embellishments you purchased but still haven't tried to use them. Now's the time to expand your horizons. Sometimes when you try new things it opens up new doors of creativity. Start small if you're scared - try out a new technique on a handmade card or tag first if you need to ease into it.

6. Match up cardstock with those printed papers that you haven't used. Maybe you bought them recently and set them aside or maybe you've had them for a while. Sometimes just working with cardstock to match up your prints gives you the creative jumpstart you need to get going.

7. Journal on your pages. Some people are better at journaling than others but it is an important part of your pages. The sooner you journal the better so you don't forget what happened in your photos and sometimes who is in your photos. Keeping a journal and jotting down memories helps keep them in mind when you get to scrapbooking certain events. Journaling on the computer gives you great effects with different fonts but here and there be sure to insert your own handwriting.

8.Last resolution for your new Scrappy You! Have fun! Whether it's getting together with friends to crop and just getting a page or two done or going to a scrapbook class to learn a new technique. Enjoy this hobby! No need to stress! Happy Scrappin' & Keep on Smilin!

Free Fonts N Fun

admin — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 19:48:00 GMT

So if you're like me and you don't like your own handwriting on your scrapbook pages then fonts are the answer. Fonts are what make your journaling, titles or card sentiments pop! Here are some free font sites that you may want to check out. Just like cardstock colors you can never have too many fonts!

dafont.com Offers thousands of free fonts
1001fonts.com Posts popularity ratings for each font
fontdiner.com Hides free retro fonts behind "free silverware" link
fontfoundry.com Easy to navigate site
urbanfonts.com Boasts more than 8,000 free fonts
nofonts.com Lets you preview fonts in the text of your choice
highfonts.com Includes links to other free sites
fontgarden.com Features dozens of free handwriting fonts
bvfonts.com Includes pay fonts and free fonts
fonts.tom7.com Includes whimsical free fonts and dingbats
typenow.net Cool movie and music themed fonts
mickeyavenue.com Disney fonts and links
simplythebest.net/fonts/ Lots of free fonts listed

Never installed fonts on your computer? Click on the link to download the font you want from the site. I like to create a separate "downloaded font folder" and download all my fonts from the internet to this folder.

In Windows, go to Control Panel, Appearance and Themes, Click on the Fonts Folder on the left side of your screen, In the Fonts Folder go to FILE and INSTALL NEW FONT. Click the fonts you want installed and then hit OK. Most of the Font Sites have detailed directions on installing fonts to your computer if you need more help.

Father's Day

admin — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:46:00 GMT

Don't forget June 17 is Father's Day. Make something Special for the DAD in your life. Whether it's your Dear Old Dad, Grandpa or your husband. Create something Special for him to show how much you care.

Make a handmade card with reasons why he means so much.
Gather your favorite photos of him and create a mini album.
Don't have any current photos - you still have time to take some!
Take your favorite family photo and decorate a plain frame with scrapbook embellishments for his desk.
Package his favorite snack & a movie with a cute handmade tag to tell him it's his day to relax!

7 Summer Scrapbooking Tips

admin — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 00:40:00 GMT

Summer is here and that means vacation, the sun, the water and the beach! Here are just a few hints and tips to capture those summer memories....(read more)