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I have been loving glitter lately. I think I am a junky now.
Does anyone know where I can buy high quality glitter? Not stickles, martha or doodlebug I have them and like them I just want to try something different. Also maybe recommend your favorite color.
Would also love to find chunky clear glitter. I saw someone use it on a card on their blog and it was beautiful (wish I could remember the blog :()
sparklensprinkle.com has great glitter! Every color imaginable. The bridal white (I think that is what it's called) covers so good. If you want to pm me I can send you a list of the ones I have. They are gorgeous!
I like each of the colors for different reasons...so it really depends on how you are using it to determine the colors...I have bunches of colors but don't use it nearly enough!
Good Luck!
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The best and finest glitter is German Glass Glitter...Google it and you find several places that carry it...
The sparkle can not be missed, it is real glass as fine as you can get and the colors to die for...You can also get it from American Art Glitter...
This glitter is beautiful, but be careful if you use it. Obviously, it is glass, right? Well, I wish I would have remembered that the first time I used it. I went to press it into the paper, and I actually cut my finger. I was wondering what that slicing feeling was, and why I had little specks of blood on my fingers. Then I realized that it had been the glass glitter that had done it. :rolleyes:
Thank you for the suggestions and the links. I would love to try the german Glitter Glass but I have 3 dogs and a 6 year old. I would be afraid to use it.
Katie...I have used it for years and have never cut myself nor has anyone I've ever given a card too been cut from it...I do not put it on childrens cards, but other wise using it you should have no problem...I also have never pushed glitter into paper with my fingers?
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I love Hero Arts Prisma Glitter for a clear, super-sparkly look. Barbara Trombley's Art Glittering System colors (which I found at a LSS) are wonderful. They are ultra-fine like Prisma.
Art Institute Glitter is GREAT! You can even use it on clothing with appropriate glue. I've used it that way, on paper, in glass ornaments, etc. See this link:
I would like to try Art Institute Glitter. I have looked at their combo packs but there are so many of them I am more confused than ever.
Since valentines day is coming up can someone recommend a good red and a couple pinks. A dark, medium, and light pink. For Red I don't like fire engine or orangie (is that a word lol ) red more of a deep or darker red.
This would be so helpful. It is so hard to tell the colors on the computer.
I would like to try Art Institute Glitter. I have looked at their combo packs but there are so many of them I am more confused than ever.
Since valentines day is coming up can someone recommend a good red and a couple pinks. A dark, medium, and light pink. For Red I don't like fire engine or orangie (is that a word lol ) red more of a deep or darker red.
This would be so helpful. It is so hard to tell the colors on the computer.
Thanks,
Katie
I received a newsletter that 7kidscollegefund is going to be carrying this product and they are SUPER great to work with!
Katie...I have used it for years and have never cut myself nor has anyone I've ever given a card too been cut from it...I do not put it on childrens cards, but other wise using it you should have no problem...I also have never pushed glitter into paper with my fingers?
It's not unusual to press glitter into glue if it isn't sticking. I used to use glue pads, and sometimes I had to do that to get the glitter to stick. That's why I don't use glue pads anymore. If anyone should rub his/her fingers across the glitter, it can cut him/her. I just wanted to point out the dangers of using glass glitter. And if she has a little one and dogs, it can be very dangerous to have around - especially if any lands on the floor, as glitter usually does.
It's not unusual to press glitter into glue if it isn't sticking. I used to use glue pads, and sometimes I had to do that to get the glitter to stick. That's why I don't use glue pads anymore. If anyone should rub his/her fingers across the glitter, it can cut him/her. I just wanted to point out the dangers of using glass glitter. And if she has a little one and dogs, it can be very dangerous to have around - especially if any lands on the floor, as glitter usually does.
You are GOOD mine ALWAYS lands on the floor, not "Usually"! LOL It is GUARANTEED to happen... shoot, I have gottenit in my eye by opening the jar!!!! great affect if you are lacking in sleep, instant twinkle! :rolleyes::mrgreen: I use a 2 way glue pen and I too have to push my glitter into it, and ALWAYS smush the flock down into it....
You are GOOD mine ALWAYS lands on the floor, not "Usually"! LOL It is GUARANTEED to happen... shoot, I have gottenit in my eye by opening the jar!!!! great affect if you are lacking in sleep, instant twinkle! :rolleyes::mrgreen: I use a 2 way glue pen and I too have to push my glitter into it, and ALWAYS smush the flock down into it....
Usually our dog ends up with glittery fur for a few days whenever I use it.
The best glitter I've ever seen is from PK Glitz http://www.pkglitz.com/
They did a demonstration at a scrapbooking convention in San Marcos that I went to this past August (or was it Sept.?).
It's fabulous!
I have been looking into German glass glitter and product info says it develops a vintage patina over time. Does anyone know if this means it tarnishes? Does this affect the sparkle?
I have been looking into German glass glitter and product info says it develops a vintage patina over time. Does anyone know if this means it tarnishes? Does this affect the sparkle?
Yes, it does tarnish and the sparkle does dull over time.
I would like to try Art Institute Glitter. I have looked at their combo packs but there are so many of them I am more confused than ever.
Since valentines day is coming up can someone recommend a good red and a couple pinks. A dark, medium, and light pink. For Red I don't like fire engine or orangie (is that a word lol ) red more of a deep or darker red.
This would be so helpful. It is so hard to tell the colors on the computer.
Thanks,
Katie
Try the pee wee kit called 'My Valentine', pinks, reds and no orangies! Look at the color names on the artglitter site under glitter color kits if you want to get them seperately (scroll down to find it alphabetically). Have fun!!!!
I love the Our Craft Lounge Sparkly Fluff. It's super glittery, but it's also fuzzy and soft and comes in tons of colors. I love their big chunky glitter as well. I had my nail technician use their fine glitter on my toes last summer
Yes, it does tarnish and the sparkle does dull over time.
I think this is only the silver glitter, or maybe some other colors, too. I've only ever used the clear glass glitter, and it is as sparkly as the day I first applied it. I have some Christmas decorations from many years ago that I used glass glitter on, and no sign of 'patina'.
If the brand of glass glitter says that it fades, then all shades of it will fade. The colors will seem to 'tarnish' until all color is eventually gone. But that will take quite a while, especially if you keep it out of the sun. That's why Art Glitter's german glass glitter is called 'vintage'.
I have several projects I've done that are about 5 years old and look as good as new. There is a type of glass glitter with a special coating that prevents it from fading if you can find it but expect to pay for it! Even after fading it will continue to sparkle, glass glitter has a great look to it. I just love it all!
High Quality Glitter
Usually our dog ends up with glittery fur for a few days whenever I use it. 
