Paper Craft Workshop: Glitter Cardstock-Tips And Ideas

All About Glitter Paper

There are different types of glitter cardstock and each of them have specific uses.

There are 6" by 6" glitter cardstock pads. These are perfect if you want a variety of colors and will use them for smaller projects.
You can also find single colors packs in 8.5inches by 11 inches. These are really useful if you are planning a special event with a prominent color.

Thin Glitter Cardstock

This type of glitter cardstock has very fine glitter in a thinner paper. The glitter is almost bonded to the paper. In this type of paper there is very little shedding of the glitter when you cut it. The weight of this paper is similar to patterned paper. You might want to use this paper for intricate die cuts.

Medium Glitter Cardstock

This cardstock has more stability and is heavier than the thinner version. It would be comparable to an 80-85 lb. cardstock. It still will cut well. But if you are using an electronic cutting machine and a mat, it may leave a few glitter specks.

Heavier Glitter Cardstock

So, this is the heavier version used for projects where you need the paper t stand on its own like a cake topper. It would be compatible to a cardstock of about 100-110 lb. weight. It will cut well. But intricate shapes would be more difficult. It has a rougher texture and may have a bit of glitter shedding.

Glitter Cardstock Tips

There is a slight opening between the peel off strips where the glitter may not adhere. But it is a small inconvenience. that you can work around.
You may want to work in a three-sided box to help contain the glitter from getting all over the place. Just lay newspaper in the box, then your larger piece
Keep a lint roller handy! It helps you pick up any runaway glitter.
Make sure to use the brayer or bone folder to make sure all the glitter is moved onto the paper. You could use a rolling pin or even a ruler too.
You want to use a good strong wet glue when you are adhering glitter cardstock to any project.
When you are using cover dies or background dies, make sure to run them through your die cutting machine at least twice.
When cleaning a die cut, use a pokey tool. Turn the die cut over to see the cut lines better.

Glitter Cardstock Die Cuts

One of my favorite ways to use glitter cardstock is to make die cuts. They add a little special something to not only your greeting cards, but also your scrapbook pages, tags and even journals. You can make backgrounds, embellishments, sentiments, and a whole lot more.

Creating Your Own Glitter Cardstock

Have you ever created your own glitter paper? It is really not that difficult. And you can get a lot of die cuts from one package of sticker paper. This is just part of my collection from a recent paper making project. I learned a lot of tips and tricks which I will give you in this post.

There are only few things that you need to create your glitter paper.

Double sided adhesive paper
Fine glitter in the color of your choice
Bone folder or a brayer
Cardstock
Newspaper or something to cover your work area.

Make sure that you turn off any fans in the area that you are working in. Otherwise, you may have glitter flying around.

Spread the newspaper or over covering on your workspace.
Place a 12" by 12" piece of cardstock on the work area.
Place a letter size piece of cardstock on the larger piece.
Remove the backing from one side of the adhesive sheet.
Carefully place and line up the adhesive sheet on the smaller piece of paper
Cut off any excess adhesive paper. Set the backing aside.
Use the brayer or the bone folder to rub the adhesive sheet onto the cardstock.
Remove the backing off the front of the adhesive sheet, now adhered to the cardstock.
Set aside the backing.
Sprinkle the fine glitter onto the adhesive sheet covering the entire sheet.
Place the backing on top of the glitter covered sheet.
Use the brayer or bone folder to rub the glitter onto the sheet.
Remove the backing from the glitter sheet.
Lift the glitter sheet and tap any extra glitter off the sheet onto the larger piece of cardstock.
Use the larger cardstock like a funnel to put the excess glitter back into its container.
Die cut or use as needed.

The white numbers were bits of the larger paper that had glitter on it

Here is another option for making your glitter cardstock. There are several different ways to get the job done

Super Quick Glitter Paper

This is another idea to help you create a super quick piece of glitter paper. This will help you create a smaller piece of budget friendly glitter paper in a color that you need for a specific project

Cardstock
White PVA or school glue
Wise foam brush or other brush
Scrap paper (the same size as the cardstock)
Fine or medium glitter
Brayer or bone folder

Place some newspapers or other non-stick material (like parchment or wax paper) on your work surface.
Place the cardstock on your work surface.
Spread the glue over the cardstock with the foam brush evenly.
Cover the cardstock completely with the glitter.
Place the scrap paper over the glitter paper.
Rub the glitter into the paper with the brayer or bone folder.
Lift the paper and tap off any loose glitter.
Let it dry and enjoy using your paper.

Did You Know That You Can Add Color To Glitter Cardstock?

Now, I am off to create with my glitter die cuts. What would you make with your DIY glitter paper? As always, we would love to hear your ideas, thoughts and suggestions.