Cardmaking & Papercraft

Get to grips with glitter, sequins, beads and gems

Q What are the best ways to use shaped sequins on a card?

There are several ways shaped sequins can liven up a card or scrapbook project. On this card, butterfly and leaf-shaped sequins have been used to add interest to this floral print card. Another great way to use sequins is to die-cut an image out of card and create another layer of card covered in sequins. Attach the die-cut image over the sequinned panel, and there you have it – a very pretty design for your card that’s easy to make. Or, you could try the ever-popular shaker card – great fun and people of all ages love receiving them!

Q Is there a less messy alternative to using glitter on my cards?

adding sparkle to your cards, but can’t cope with messy glitter, then why not try pre-glittered card? You can buy it in sheets which are brilliant for using with punches and dies and also for just trimming off strips to add to your projects. You could also try glitter glue, which is glue with glitter already added in, and it comes in lots of

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