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We always seal the finish, whether painted or not, but be aware Use a t<x)thpick to clean up the edges. that oil-based polyurcthaiie will give the final color a slight f"-""™""^-amber colorcast. Use clear acrylic if you want the true colors to show through. ^^^^ Apply glue to the remaining areas to be treated with glitter. Alice goes yet another step by applying glitter after the finish coat lias cured. Use any method of application you wish, but be sure to use clear glue for attaching the glitter. In this photo, Alice uses a toothpick to apply glue to the star area. A variety of glitter was used for the remaining areas. Alice normally uses Prisma™ Ultra bine Multi Glitter on small ornaments. If she wants one or two prominent highlights, she'll switch to a larger size glitter. To prevent glitter from getting oil the rest of our stock, Alice always packs the finished ornaments in small plastic bags, two to a bag. She also punches several small holes in the bags to release any fumes or moisture that eventually build up if left sealed. Ajid there you have it—ways to enhance your projects that do not require much time or money but will certainly increase your orders. Sprinkle the glitter over the glue, and then press it into the glue with your finger to set it in place. This will greatly reduce the amount of glitter that will fall off when the ornaments are handled. (Prisma™ Fine Gold Glitter was used on the star.) For questions concerning this article, send a SASE to: We.s Demurest, 66 Snover Rd., Sussex, NJ 07461: email: wes@ woodworhsandcrafts. com Creative Woodworks 8. Crafts Holiday 2Q05 • 75 |
