Hello creatives Rita Barakat here today! After making several Christmas cards
I have some fun and easy creative tips using Therm O Webs’ Deco Foil™ and adhesives to give your projects a little sparkle!
Project Supplies:
Deco Foil™ White Foam Adhesive Sheets
Deco Foil Transfer Sheets
Memory Tape Runner XL
Paints, Burlap Card, SnowTex
Add a Little Sparkle to your Projects with Deco Foil!
I used the Deco Foil™ Foam Adhesive, it has two sticky sides, peel back one layer and put the Deco Foil down. I used a brayer across the top and it got a little crinkled – I liked that, it gave it a little vintage feel. If you want a smooth surface simply lay the foil on top, smooth out any bubbles with your hand and remove the foil. Grab your punches to make some creative shapes.
For this card I used acrylic paint on a burlap card and painted a simple tree.
I painted the little tops on the card so I knew where my ornaments would go. For snow I used Snow Tex , just a little right on top of the foil. (I have found that Deco Foil™ does not stop any texture mediums from sticking to the shiny surface.)
Once dry, remove the backing from the ornaments and add them to your card. I also added these little stars I punched out.
You can imagine all the different ways you can use Deco Foil™ like I did here one these cards. The card on the front has a frame covered in Deco Foil. I used the tape runner to add a little on the edges of the card as well. For that vintage feel don’t worry it’s not perfect!
This card has a little snowflake covered in Deco Foil and punched out right on top.
This is a great way to add a little sparkle in all of your creative adventures!
Happy Crafting!
Rita Barakat is a Mixed Media Artist, Illustrator, Designer and Educator. From wall murals to itty bitty minis you can find her work in various hospitals, corporations, family homes, manufacturer websites and magazines. She designs, teaches workshops and and freelances for a variety of manufacturers. Not anywhere near a local event? Sign up for her newsletter and receive a Top Secret Mixed Media Class in your inbox each month!
Holiday Printables with Deco Foil
We wanted to share with you this beautiful printable made by LettersbyShells for you to enjoy! You can print off the black and white version on a laser printer and foil with your favorite color of our Deco Foil™ Transfer Sheets. Or print off the color version for a quick print to decorate your home with! Simply right click on the image to save!
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BunnyD
December 21, 2016 at 7:40 am (8 years ago)Great to know texture mediums will stick to the foil. Great card ideas.
Rita
December 21, 2016 at 7:46 am (8 years ago)Thank you BunnyD and have a wonderful holiday!
Billie Dee
December 21, 2016 at 12:14 pm (8 years ago)Beautiful! I need some of this in my stash!
Rita Barakat
December 21, 2016 at 10:14 pm (8 years ago)Thanks Billie Dee and you definately do!!
Wendys Designs
December 31, 2016 at 10:08 am (8 years ago)These are some great ideas. I will defenitely be using deco foil on some project.
Rita Barakat
December 31, 2016 at 10:27 am (8 years ago)You will love it Wendy!