Glitter glue is an essential for all types of crafters. From Christmas decorations to scrapbook pages, to greeting cards, it’s been the go-to for everything creative. There are many choices when it comes to glue that glitters.
The name itself suggests that glitter glue is a form of glitter that has been suspended inside liquid glue. Since glitter is suspended in the glue, products such as Stickles or Nuvo Drops may be opaque or translucent.
It is available in plastic bottles that come in different colors. The bottles usually contain nozzle tips with small diameters which allow you to obtain the exact quantity of product you require.
Smaller bottles are available of the glue like Stickles along with the larger glitter glues that resemble the ones from Elmer’s. I have found that larger bottles have a smaller quantity of glitter inside the glue. But, every glue is extremely beneficial, based on the type of glue you are using and the product you’re applying it to.
Elmer’s glitter glue can be washed and not advised for use on photographs or metallic surfaces submerged surfaces, or heated surfaces.
Glitter glue is simple (and secure) to apply on many different materials, including chipboard, wood, paper canvas, and much more!
There are also glitter tubes glue available in sets. These tubes come with small nozzles that are attached to them.
You can also buy glitter glue that is larger in size. These bottles are larger and have larger nozzles and are priced higher per ounce.
Glitter glue is available in a dry version and glitter glue sticks that you can put to make craft glue
If you’re using glitter glue that has transparent white surfaces, my best option is to rub over the surface with a small amount of glitter glue, then dry. This way, you’ll be able to visualize the appearance of the color when it is dry.
Benefits of Utilizing Glitter Glue
There are numerous advantages of using glitter glue instead of glue that has glitter added on the top. Here are a few suggestions:
It’s much cleaner. Since that the glitter mixes into the glue this creates less mess than when using loose glitter.
It’s a type of adhesive. A portion of the mixture is actually glue. Although it isn’t a very strong adhesive but it does have adhesive properties.
Saves you money. There is less waste of glitter because it’s already in the glue.
It dries faster than the usual methods of securing glitter.
Create Glitter Glue Flowers
It’s easy to make the glitter glue of your choice. flowers. cut out the flower you like on thick card stock. The glitter glue is painted over the petals of the flower, allow to dry. Add a half gem on the top. It is perfect for scrapbook pages or card.
Where to Apply Glitter Glue
There are a myriad of ways to make use of the glitter pastes, glues and adhesives. Here are a few ideas to get your creative sparks flowing:
Scrapbook Pages
Glitter glue is much simpler to apply to scrapbook pages. It’s much more simple to work with in comparison to glitter and glue. It is possible to highlight a name or add embellishments. Frame an image with glitter glue.
Greeting Cards
Then, highlight the stamped images or create dots to add an artistic touch. It is also possible to glitter glue your sentiments. Make a background using stencils. You can also stamp using glitter glue if the stamp is just an outline. (make sure to clean the stamp immediately with detergent and soap )
Art Journals
There are endless ways to use glitter glue for your art journal pages! Use it as paint. Create the glittery glue button. Use the stencil to make them !
Make A Custom Frame
You can design a custom frame using a wooden frame, or any frame. Make use of the glitter glue for painting the frame. Apply a single shade, or mix various shades. Simply put some drops of glitter glue onto the frame. Apply the glue using a brush and let it dry.
Decorate a Pumpkin
After you scrub the dirt and dirt off the pumpkin, you are now able to paint it any theme you think of using glitter glue
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Pins for Make-up Clothes Magnets
Decorate a clothespin with glitter glue. Attach magnets to one side of the pin. A great idea for a present your children can make.
Decorate Glass Jars
You can use glitter glue to embellish glass containers. This is a wonderful recycling idea. Make sure the jar is spotless. Apply the glitter glue to the pattern or design you want to create. Let it dry. Apply Modge Podge on top of the glitter to protect the glitter glue.
Decorate Rocks For A Garden
Make your garden by adding glitter glue on some nice -sized rocks. Be sure the rocks are free of dirt. Use the glue. Let it dry, then decorate your garden
Create Glitter Butterflies
One of my favourite methods to make use of glitter glues is to make glitter butterflies. Create a butterfly-shaped design and embellish with the glitter you prefer
Uses For Glitter Glue
Making cards, highlight areas using glitter glue
Scrapbooking-decorate decor, use on a title
On a coloring page
Bring life back to the old Christmas decorations
Glaming ribbon
Outline Letter Stickers can personalize any letter sticker that you own with glitter glue.
Use glitter glue to make stencils
Create patterns such as stripes, polka dots, and circles
Crafts made of embellishing felt
Painting flower pots with paint
Accentuate and decorate according to match any accessory
Make glitter glue drops using a non-stick mat. Use them to create circles
Use pre-made glitter glue drops to create a faux shaker card
Create glitter pebbles. Make use of large drops in glitter glue form tiny pebbles or use the non-stick material. Leave them for a minimum of 2 days.
Make use of strips of paper that have like planks. Cut the edges rough with scissors. Place them on the dark or black color on a base card. Make use of the glitter glue in complementary colors as a grouping of colors
Outline letters with an inscription on an album page
Put them over buttons or brads to make them sparkle.
Make a special icing using them on cards and cuts
Use them as borders for a scrapbook page, or on a card
Use them to create the central point of the flower
Make stencils instead of ink
Make use of them to catch the sun’s rays
Make a sparkling rainbow
Glitter Snowflakes
Glitter Time to Dry Glue
Glitter glues, actually, require some drying time. Based on the humidity of your area of work and the strength of your glitter glue could take up to an over the course of a few hours.
If you’re attracted to use the heating gun to speed up the process avoid doing. It’s not worth it. needed to speedily dry Stickles and Nuvo Drops will cause burning of the glitter. The same thing can lead to bubbles in the carrier glue. Worst case scenario, you might burn your project.
