Paper and Fiber Arts: Craft My Stash: Glossy Accents For Stained Glass Effect

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Craft My Stash: Glossy Accents For Stained Glass Effect

Recently, I purchased some new glossy glue from Spellbinders called Glaze and Glue. This purchase, as are many of mine, was motivated by thinking it was a new product to try. As it turns out, it is very much like something already in my stash: Glossy Accents from Ranger. This makes this Craft My Stash post a project review and tutorial using old and very new items.

It seemed like a good idea to compare the two products. And also, because trying new things is fun! This project uses the Glaze and Glue and the Glossy Accents over cardstock which has been colored with alcohol markers. Here is a video tutorial showing the process:

Video Tutorial

Outlining the areas to be colored helps to maintain clearer lines of color. This enhances the stained glass vibe of the piece.

After coloring the background, glue the die-cut to the top and then cut out the shape. At this point fill in the die-cut channels with Glossy Accents or whatever glaze/glue you may have. Let it dry and then use it as you would any die-cut or embellishment.

The drying time depends on your climate. When it is dry, you will have a shiny, glass look over the areas where the glue has been placed.

As I was trying to craft from my stash, I used some glitter cardstock which has been in my stash for several years. The glittery card stock and the shiny die-cut decorative pieces look very pretty together.

Catherine Pooler Snug Hug Word Die

The sentiment is a word die with the shadow layer cut as one piece. This gives you a fun outline effect from the negative cut letters. It is a bonus to have the h, u, g, and s to use on a separate project. Hugs to you for reading this far!

Happy Summer Solstice!