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This month the theme for November 2009, for The Virtual Crafting Challenge is;
Lacquers & Glazes
Crystal Lacquers
Crystal Lacquer is sold by various companies. It can be used as a dimensional glue, or on top of images to create a 3D glass bead style of effect.
- Mix with a dry mica product to enable you to use it on a wider selection of surfaces
- Use on top of stamped coloured images to give a dimension to the finished image
- Use coloured lacquers to colour stamped images
- Use to create embellishments for your cards
Glazes
You can create clear or coloured glazes to change the tone or appearance of your original images
- Use a sepia glaze to give a vintage style to your projects
- Use clear glazes to add shine to colours or images
- Mix colour with your glaze for a whole new look.
The idea behind this challenge is to encourage you to use long forgotten products from you cupboard, or to try new ways with them. Try a product for the first time and see if you like it. There is no pressure to create a finished piece at the end of the month, more to encourage you to experiment and play with your products.
Links
This site has tips for using Crystal lacquer
http://www.rubberstampsclub.com/tips/crystal-lacquer.html
Have fun
Best wishes and thanks for reading, see you soon
Billie :)
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