Glitters - Craft Glitter

Gone are the days of one type of glitter for all. Today we can choose from many different colors, sizes and shapes of glitter. Below is a general guideline to help you decide what type of glitter is best for your project.

• Micro Fine Glitter - Size Range: .002-.004 inches or .065-.1mm
• Ultra Fine Glitter - Size Range: .008 inches or .2mm. Also referred to as glitter dust, is excellent for using in makeup, in jewelry, mixing in paint or nail polish, mixing into glue and more.
• Extra Fine Glitter - Size: .01-.015 inches or .254-.375mm
• Very Fine Glitter - Size: .016-.025 inches or .4-.625mm. Slightly more coarse than ultra fine.
• Fine Glitter - Size Range: .031-.040 inches or .787-1mm inches. This is the most commonly used glitter. It covers well and has a good glimmer shine. It is easier to clean up than the ultra fine and very fine glitters.
• Medium Glitter - Size Range: .042-.094 inches or 1.067-2.385mm. Used most when your project is meant to be seen from a distance.
• Large Glitter - Size Range: .1-.125 inches or 2.54-3.125mm. Not generally chosen for paper mediums, this glitter would be good for larger projects to be seen from a longer distance.
• Extra Large Glitter - Size Range: 1/4 inch or 6.25mm
• Glitter Shapes - Just like their name. Similar to confetti but smaller pieces.

How to add glitters to anything without it falling off

Wash any oils or dirt off of your item and dry completely. Apply a layer of Mod Podge to your project. Add craft glitter. After it is dry, apply another coat of Mod Podge to the item to seal it. Be sure to use the glossy kind.

Helpful Tips for working with glitters:

• For wearable projects: Use permanent fabric glue so you can wash your project. Once your craft glitter has been applied, turn the item inside out to wash and do not put it in the dryer.
• For thin lines & glittered words: Use glue pen to write your design, then apply glitter.
• For less waste and ease of cleanup: Use a sheet of paper, a tray or even a paper plate that can easily be folded in half under your project. When finished fold your paper to funnel your glitter back into it's container.

Ideas for using craft glitter.

• Use glitter on paper crafts, ribbons and packages.
• Sprinkle in your hair for that special evening.
• Add craft glitter to the brim or front panel of your hat.
• Cover a clear jar or bottle with glitters (using the Mod Podge method suggested above), to give it a designer look.
• Turn a plain candle into a show piece with craft glitter
• Spray seashells with glitter adhesive and then sprinkle with an iridescent glitter for an elegant look.
• Give an old picture frame a fresh new look with glitters.
• Cover the outside edge of bobby pins or hair clips with glitter.
• Are you bored with your plain jane phone case? Mod Podge can help you do this too.
• Add some pizazz to your tote. Be creative.
• Use a small paint brush and add a little craft glitter to a store-bought greeting card to turn it into an art piece.
• Add glitters to your nail polish.
• Dress up your thumbtacks with matching glitters.
• Paint the handle of your makeup or hair brushes with glossy Mod Podge, sprinkle with craft glitter, and then seal with another coat of Mod Podge. Great gift idea!
• Use rubber stamps dipped into glue and press onto plain gift bags. Sprinkle glitter onto the bag.
• Dress up simple shoes with a little craft glitter shine.
• Add elegance to glass candle votives.
• Bling up your phone charger and ear phones with glitters.
• Add glitter to balloons with our Mod Podge method.
• Make paper cutouts and cover them in craft glitter for special party decorations.
• Add glitter to your headband for a classy look.
• Spritz a little spray glue onto live or artificial flowers and then add glitters.
• What else can you think of?