Diamond Glaze Appreciation Thread

[elliesmum]

Seeing as we have so many DG fans on the board, I thought it would be useful to share hints/tips & uses of the magic stuff:D

my current fave, atm, is removing the c/s or vellum from metal-rimmed tags & placing the metal 'frame' over a date or particular word, in my journaling, then filling the frame with DG. Looks fab:)

[adee]

currently using it to stick page pebbles over little rub-on letters I bought in Smiths - looks great.

xx

[anita m]

I haven't tried DG yet:( ...but I hope to get some soon, I am going to watch this thread with great interest and see what great ideas come up...Is it easy to use?

[elliesmum]

Anita! I'm shocked:o I thought you would have been using DG for years:lol:
It is very easy to use, just don't shake it (you'll get air bubbles)

have you got some on order?

[KateG]

Too easy Anita!
I love this, washer from homebase, typewriter alphabet sticker & blob of DG on top! Ta daa!

[kellyjane]

I have only used it as an adhesive so far so also watching with interest for ideas!!! I had an idea actually maybe one of you bright sparks can help!!!! I like the watch crystal idea, any ideas how I could do a bigger version, I have a sprig of dried blossom that my son picked me after emma died . I thought it would be good to set it in DG , any idea how i could do this???

[elliesmum]

Kelly,
depending on the 'thickness' or 'depth' of the sprig, try my idea using a mini frame instead, just put the frame around the sprig & fill with DG, it will be gorgeous & will protect the sprig.
does that make sense? the frame will have to be the same thickness as the sprig.

[jo]

I love a little splodge on alphabet stickers to give them that 3-D feel.

Love Kate's ideas with the washers though - must try that one!:D

[Boo]

I've been a bit anal regarding DG not really knowing what it's all about. But I have just used it to coat my pressed flowers on a LO and it's given them a soft sheen. Have also made a microslide cover as a gift for my buddy Yizz and it has held all the bits and bobs on but also given the whole cover a glorious varnished look. It also protects the rubber stamped images I have put on the cover. I'm sold on it now! :D

[Karby]

Just bought my first bottle yesterday - DG virgin till later today. Have used the Aleens but keep hearing about DG so look forward to some exciting discoveries.

[Roger's Wife]

I have used it on top of sea glass - it makes it look more transparent, like it's still slightly wet

[iamjoygray]

ooh, like boo ,i've only used it as an adhesive. will watch this thread for more tricks. :)

[tracet5556]

I used mine for the first time the other day, on a little red heart i wanted raised a bit all i can say is WOW im impressed it made a little piece of card look totally different,

Tracey

[elliesmum]

Kate, I love your washer idea!
DG looks fab on all sorts of stickers, also looks good if you 'fill' a book plate. More 'antiqued'

[mad-hattie]

I've used it on shrink plastic shapes. I did some hearts, applied diamond glaze (after shrinking!) straight from the bottle and then set in a flat-backed jewel. Wonderful stuff.

Gillian. xxx

[Quoth]

I stuck the doorknob back on my kitchen cupboard with it. :lol:

[elliesmum]

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[brodders]

Originally posted by Quoth
I stuck the doorknob back on my kitchen cupboard with it. :lol: :lol: :lol:

I covered a primitive heart with 3 coats which made the shape bend- straightened it out and then i had a lovely crackle glazed finish. It also made the heart look aged as it changed the colour to a brownish colour.This was not meant to happen but loved it when it was finished.

[Kdarli]

I bought a bottle at the crop n shop and haven't dared use it yet, I am too worried about ruining things with it! I cut the tip last night, so might just be daring today and try it on something. You all have some brilliant ideas to try. :)

[Melliedawlin]

Well I just glob it on EVERYTHING!! nd I have been doing some altered stuff and it gives a fab glossy shine, add some ultra fine glitter and you are in heaven just did some altered stuff with DG in my gallery:rolleyes: !

In :wub: with DG!!

[Quoth]

"You all have some brilliant ideas to try."

Aye but mine's best. :P

[Melliedawlin]

Yes Quoth yours is the best!! Next time I need a household item glued I will head for the DG!!!!

[Quoth]

:lol:

Worked a treat BTW, it's outlasted my previous attempt with superglue. ;)

[Melliedawlin]

:lol: :lol:

[gillyp]

DG virgin here. I've had a bottle for a couple of months and done nothing so am just posting so I'll be told of all the brilliant ideas you all have :lol:

[tezzcan]

If you have some of the plasticy liner for baking (you know the stuff you can buy at Lakeland and is brown) or the white backing paper from a xyron you can make your own Page Pebbles and do them what ever shape you wanted.
If you added a touch of ink to the DG (in a different container) you could have coloured ones too.

I wonder if you could do your own 3D lettering too?
Will give it a go later.

Oh I love covering chalked diecuts too.

[PollyK]

Originally posted by Quoth
I stuck the doorknob back on my kitchen cupboard with it. :lol:


Do you think it would work sticking a kitchen cupboard back on the wall ;)

[PollyK]

OK OK ... I give in. Not yet possessing any Diamond Glaze and reading how brilliant it is ............

WHERE CAN I GET SOME FROM ?????????????????????????

[K4ren]

Can it be used onto paper such as a paper tag to glaze or does it wrinkle the paper?

Karen

[Quoth]

Wouldn't surprise me PollyK! DG is not of this world.....*nods conspiratorially*

[Melliedawlin]

It can be used on anything and everything be warned!!

[elliesmum]

got mine from scraptastic, I think artbase have it, too

[Amber-Dawn]

I don't mind admitting that I have always been scared of DG, mainly cos I have never applied myself to understand what and how you use it and so have never bought any.

I can safely say that after reading this thread I will definately try some. It sounds FAB!

[wildkat]

Just been in scrap magic and yep they do have it and yep i did order some:rolleyes: :lol:
You lot are terrible on my purse :o :lol: :lol:

[iamjoygray]

i used it today to fill fimo letters and glaze them. :) also made raised embellishments with it.

also got vellum tape stuck to my a**e in the process :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Amber-Dawn]

i used it today to fill fimo letters and glaze them. also made raised embellishments with it.

:lol: :lol: :lol:

I won't ask how you managed to do that!

Edited because the part I was referring to didn't get put in the quote:

It was a bit about getting DG and vellum stuck to her A**e!

[Theresa M]

I have it.

[Quoth]

Given how well stuck my doorknob is just be glad you didn't get DG stuck to yer erse....

[elliesmum]

:lol: :lol: :lol: :o

[Kdarli]

Ok, I have just opened my first bottle of DG and used it to make my QK letters shiny and I am very impressed - they look fab.

I noticed someone said about not shaking because it makes bubbles, well I don't think I have shaken it, but I have got loads of bubble. If I leave the bottle, will it settle again or have I ruined the whole lot? :(

Thank you

Katy :)

[Melliedawlin]

It will settle don't worry!!! I hope your ummmmmm bodd part that starts with a and ends with rse is okay:D

[iamjoygray]

Originally posted by serenathene
:lol: :lol: :lol:

I won't ask how you managed to do that!

Edited because the part I was referring to didn't get put in the quote:

It was a bit about getting DG and vellum stuck to her A**e!


i know..... picture me, surrounded by paper, herma, DG, vellum tape, scraps, fibers...... not sure how the h*** the vellum tape got on the bed (where I was sitting) but it must have..... should seen DHs face when I told him I needed him to help me get it off my Levis :lol: :lol: :lol:

[chrisrj]

Katy,
you DG will be fine... as soon as you have applied the DG just pop any air bubbles with a pin. Works for me!

[Gallifrey]

Joy! :lol: :lol:

Put a couple of drops into a suitable "container" I use a paint palette and tint with ink (I use the Dee Grunig stuff). If you only use a drop of ink its lovely and subtle. You can make stained glass effects with clear shrink plastic.

[iamjoygray]

Kathie, that sounds fab! Any pics?

[anita m]

OK< OK, that does it, I gotta get me some of this wonder gloop!!:D

[SarahK]

following Quoth's universal guide for DG, have just stuck a hook in a cupboard!

[Quoth]

:D

[elliesmum]

Kathie, you clever girlie, you:D

[Shani]

hmmm love it!!! Keep a pin handy in your kit, for unblocking nossle!!!

[Maureenp]

I am right in presuming that it dries " Non Tacky"???

[Theresa M]

Yes Maureen.

[Sally R]

I mended that fridge door with it on Friday.

[Melliedawlin]

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[mad-hattie]

I love the way it dries non-tacky. I've tried glass-painting but that always seems to keep a certain tackiness, so that if you put it on the front of a card, the envelope will stick to it.
I wonder if any of you have tied it for glass-painting techniques -I'd love to know.

Gillian. xxx

[Melliedawlin]

No i have not but it does sound interesting. I just love the things you can do with it. Right now am stamping metal rimmed bingo chips withh the mm magnetic stamps (fab) then pour DG on them they look like pebblestones put on top . Awesome:)

[gillyp]

Mellie, can you post a pic cos I've no idea what you mean! :blink:

[Melliedawlin]

Gill when they are finished and dry will post pic:)

[terri]

Reading this thread has encouraged me to buy some today -- will try later to night!

[Gallifrey]

Originally posted by mad-hattie
I wonder if any of you have tied it for glass-painting techniques -I'd love to know.

Gillian. xxx

Only when its been painted on to plastic. It dries great. Will post image later.

[Pepper]

I used it on a watch crystal then covered some tissue paper on a tag with it (glazed!!) and stuck it on. Looks fab and shiny.

Only trouble is I have DG stuck to my finger and am having to pick it off. :o Perhaps some sandpaper might get it off.:lol:

[soojay]

After watching this tread for a couple of days, i have now orderd some :D :D Sounds great for DIY AND Crafts:D

[PollyK]

hee hee, so have I. Not for myself mind. I was thinking of DH. He has been scratching his head over how to fix some glass. I have told him I had found the ideal solution and have ordered him this wonder product.

I dont care if it fixes the glass or not, I shall just be watching him closely so he doesnt use too much. No guesses where the remainder will be going.

Just hope he doesnt check the credit card statement too closely. May be difficult to explain that it cost £9.00 :rolleyes:

Well postage is soooo expensive these days. Of course I will make no mention of the "Spare" I ordered, just in case :D

[soojay]

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[Kihaku]

ok now i definitly have to get some to try :)

[Bindy]

Some fab ideas to try, I have seen the fantastic things Lynn has done and they are great!

Must buy some myself and have some creative fun.

Wendy :D X

[Clare]

I just bought a bottle a couple of weeks ago - had no idea what to use it for - am inspired to have a go now!! :)

[Pepper]

I also used it to stick my bike seat back on - much better than some stuff DH had. you should have seen his face :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Kittypuss]

I have just got myself some and can't wait to try it now!

[barbara darragh]

Someone mentioned using nonstick baking parchment for making your own page pebbles, Poundland have it for ....a pound!

[Clare]

OT slightly, my local everythings a pound store is closing - they have a sign in the window saying 'everything now 80p'........ :lol:

[barbara darragh]

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[mmmbisto]

I know one thing, DG doesn't taste very nice! :blink:

I had some on my fingers and I have a habit of putting them in my mouth without thinking! Yuck yuck yuck!!

[jot]

I have to keep my DG hidden or my OH uses it to repair his hiking kit :angry:
I use DG for everything! it's excellent as a glaze on shrink plastic and fimo, fantastic just as an adhesive, and I am going to have to try the page pebbels idea!
Jo x

[Mollymoo]

well having been sent this link in answer to a question I have to BTT it

Diamond Glaze is YEH!!! Love it, have done loads, watch crytals, over titles, over embellishments, as a glue AND there is still loads to try!!

I am converted! :lol:

[sharonfruit]

WOW! I often wondered about buying some DG. After reading this it's on my shopping list for sure :lol:

Sharon xx

[Quoth]

my local everythings a pound store is closing - they have a sign in the window saying 'everything now 80p'

:lol:

[Rhomany]

I use it for glazing my books like this (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=28696&password=&sort=1&cat=500&page=1). The cover is ordinary mountbaord, with ordinary printed paper over the top. With the DG 'wash' (1 water to 4 DG) it becomes a hard back and very durable.
I've also used it to glaze individual items with less water where I've mixed water colours to give a coloured glaze. Just mix the watercolour as normal to the right colour and then mix with the DG.
Before gazing, make sure your cover is stuck down all over the mount board and fairly tight, to avoid wrinkling - I cover the mountboard with Pritt then stick the cover on, pressing out any airbubbles.