My new favorite thing...
Making my own glitter spray. I saw this over at two peas with the Ranger Perfect Pearls. But the package of Perfect Pearls has only 4 colors in it. At Michael's they sell this pack of Pearl Ex. It has 12 colors per pack, and there are 2 different color packs to choose from. You also need a pack of Tim Holtz's mini misters (actually, there are only 3 in a pack and I need to go get some more of these, so maybe 2 packs of the misters).
It's easy, here's what you do. Put water in the mini mister and add a small amount (I use the tip of a small paint brush) of the Pearl Ex powder, a few drops of re-inker in what ever color you want. Or if your don't have this a few drops of paint. Shake. And viola....it's ready to use.
The Pearl Ex cost $27.00 at Michael's but with the 40% off coupon it's a great deal. I have some glimmer mist and I think my home made ones are just as good. So go try it!
Hope you all have a great week!
Kim
6 comments:
Great tip Kim. Ill have to try that. Buying premade glimmer mist can be expensive and if you only need a small ammount of Pearl Ex you would end up with enough glimmer mist to last a life time.
Yes I have opened a Etsy shop. I was looking for little buttons and brads for my pages buy couldnt find exactly what I wanted so now Im making them myself.
Stay tuned because Im having a give away soon.
Thanks for dropping by today.
Shell x
What a great idea Kim....I have purchased quite a few bottles of mist and it is expensive...so with a coupon in hand I am heading to Michaels!!!! Have a great week sweet friend!!! :-)
I have also made my own mists and it's so fun!
Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting on Billy Mays LOL
Have a great Monday!
:)
Tara
GREAT idea Kim!!! I've been meaning to try a very similar recipe: http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/balzer_designs/2009/09/tutorial-make-your-own-glimmer-mist.html I just haven't found the time, but I'm now inspired by your blog. THANKS!!
i've tried this too... and it's awesome! you can also use your your alcohol inks and add water. :)
from one scrapper to another...
hugs,
sarah.
Wow Kim what a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing!
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