Are you looking to add a shimmery shine to your paper crafts? Dimensional glaze is one of those tried-and-true products I find myself using anytime I want to add a glossy twinkle or highlight a cool design detail. Available at most scrapbook, art and craft retailers, this versatile medium adds a raised, glass-like finish to paper, stickers, chipboard, stamped designs and more. It can be used alone to add a clear glossy finish or easily colored with acrylic paint, dye ink or alcohol ink for a custom look.
 
Dimensional glaze can also be used as an adhesive itself. It works wonders for adhering clear items such as beads, acrylic letters, plastic or glass embellishments, vellum and so on, as it won’t be visible once dry. For items that need some extra bonding power, such as metal or wooden embellishments, dimensional glaze is perfect for keeping them in place on a layout or other paper project. Most manufacturers bottle the adhesive with a needlenose tip to allow for precise application. Just be sure to not shake the bottle as this creates air bubbles. Some of my favorite types include Judikins Diamond Glaze, Glossy Accents by Ranger and Aleene’s Paper Glaze.
 
Go ahead and add a little radiance with dimensional glaze. You’re sure to fall in love with it just like me. And don’t forget about the free techniques and projects available on the S+P homepage. Come back next Tuesday for more tips and techniques.