Have you heard about the latest trend? Acrylic books and embellishments. Apparently they’re all the rage. But after playing with them a bit, I can understand why. You still get to use all your favourite techniques for decorating, but you can leave blank space on your page so you can peak through to the pages behind that one. What a brilliant idea!
So just like any scrapbook layout, you can use the following:
- Paper – cardstock and patterned paper
- Glitter
- Prima Flowers
- Ribbons
- Stamps and stamping ink ( Use Stazon ink, dye based inks will not work with acrylic)
- Rub-ons
- Stickers and other adhesive embelishments
- Bling
- Chipboard letters and other décor
- Paint
- Permanent markers (ie. Sharpies)
- Transparencies
Here are a few tips I’ve found on the internet:
- Go easy on the glue. You’ll be able to see it if you use too much.
If you’re making a book, make little windows to peak through to the next page. Adds a great layered affect. - Try out other things besides just paper – allows for more room to peak through on your page. Try your stamps!
- You don’t have to use a lot of embellishments as you can see the ones on the other pages peeking through. Consider the layout of each page before attaching an embellishment.
- Print your pictures out so they are all the same size and put them back to back on the same page so you are not restricted to having to place embellishments on the other side to hide the back of the picture.
- If you’re attaching transparent embellishments to a layout, you’ll have to be creative with how you attach it. Try using brads, eyelets, string (thread), ribbons, or cover up your adhesive you used by placing something over top of that spot. (ie. Prima flower, button, sticker)
Most importantly, experiment and have fun!
1 comment:
Thanks so much for the helpful tips on acrylic
scrapbooking embellishments! Appreciate the advice! :)
Jenn
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