Finnabair 101: Metallic Flakes and Gilding Glue

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A Magical Goblet by KasyopeaArt

Hi. 

Did you know that Metallic Flakes are great for working on glass?

My new project is a glass goblet which I decorated with metallic Flakes. But they are not visible on the surface, they only create a magical glow inside the goblet.

I prepared the glass, cleaned and degreased with alcohol. With the help of Heavy Black Gesso I reflected the stencil of the Iris Tapestry template And after drying, I painted the entire top with gilding glue. 

When the glue wysech I became strongly sticky I sprinkled the glitter gently and then glued the Fine Metallic Flakes in Paris. Then I painted the whole top of the goblet with Black Heavy Gesso. I used a sponge to add a more interesting texture.

When the goblet was ready, I prepared a cast of resin from the Mecha Moth. I warmed it up with a heater to give shape to the moth so that it adheres to the surface.

I mixed the Modeling Paste with Gesso to reflect the stencil pattern.

I glued the moth and I could start playing.

I used Art Alchemy Sparks paints, which sparkle amazingly. I also added Art Extravagance Jewel Texture Paste in  Enchanting Amethyst I Sparkling Onyx colours. I created a beautiful texture on the edge of the goblet.

Finally, I gently sprinkled with glitter and applied waxes that created a metal effect on top. 

Do you like my idea of a Magical Goblet ? 

Greetings 

KasyopeaArt 

Products I have used - all the images linked to Mixed Media Place online store:

Tag Blue Radiance by Margarita Shkludova

Hello friends! Margarita Shkludova is here.

I love adding Metallic Flakes to my projects. They give a wonderful shine and radiance. You can simply stick the flakes on the mould figures, or you can come up with something more interesting. Here I'll show you how I decorated the background with Metallic Flakes and a stencil.

Products I have used - all the images linked to Mixed Media Place online store: