Glitter Party – Day Three – Glittered tres French Fleur de Lis
The Glitter Party has come to an end and I decided that we should end it in French Style. We will be embellishing one of my most favorite symbols in heraldry and the symbol of France! The Fleur de Lis, “lily flower” in French. It is believed that it is the stylized version of the Iris Psedacourus. And as an avid gardener I couldn’t resist showing you a couple of images I found of this beautiful flower in full bloom.
We are going to use Silver Vintage Glass Glitter from the Art Glitter Institute. A beautiful product!
A favorite in crafting, especially when adding frost effects to Christmas ornaments, Easter eggs, making ice and “age” to vintage pieces. I always wonder about this special glitter, about its fabulous shine and the tarnish/vintage look that it takes with time.
While researching about it I read that during the making process glitter is coated with Silver. And after it’s fired at high temperatures, then colour coatings are added to it following by additional firing and more coats of Silver. And once the coloured glass is ready and cooled it gets crushed into different types of grits {grains} from powder to coarse shards. Silver gives a fabulous spark and shine to glass glitter.
THE FACTS ABOUT GLASS GLITTER VINTAGE LOOK:
One of the reasons we use Vintage Glass Glitter in crafts is because of its antique look it gets over time. But how and why does this change really happen?
It’s all about the Silver in it! If you own Silver jewelry you know that it will tarnish after time, which means that it will change into different colours. And you will have to clean it.
Surprisingly this same tarnish is what gives glass glitter the vintage look we all love so much! Let’s embellish our Fleur de Lis!
I drew my Fleur de Lis freehand with a pencil and I encourage you to do the same if you feel comfortable, but feel free to use these two templates I found for you.
Vintage Glass Glitter {Art Glitter Institute}
Designer Dries Clean {Art Glitter Institute}
Box or container for your glitter {you will sprinkle it right inside}
Brush {Optional}
Spoon to sprinkle your glitter
Poster Paper to make your Fleur de Lis
Glittering is easy and fun but it takes patience, we want our project to look absolutely perfect! I work in stages when embellishing with glitter.I want every single section of the surface of my project evenly covered.
Using a small brush evenly apply Designer Dries Clean {Art Glitter Institute} on your Fleur de Lis. Sprinkle Vintage Glass Glitter {Art Glitter Institute} on top of it using your spoon. And try to work on a piece of paper, box or container to protect your surfaces and also to recycle the glitter excess.
You will let your Fleur de Lis dry completely and will repeat this step two to three times until it’s evenly covered by glitter.
In this image above you can already see the difference in between “fresh” glitter and “tarnished” glitter. Tarnished glitter is darker. And if you are looking for a quick vintage look, let me tell you that it doesn’t take to long to achieve it.
It’s time to announce my Giveaway! When it came to choose one, I thought you might want to learn how to make something…And something you can use on your craft projects. I then decided to give one of my Crepe Paper Flower Tutorials away! Don’t they look lovely with glittered edges. I will teach this later and more…I will choose one of the participants at random to win it. Start adding your comments on this post right now!
This Fleur de Lis belongs to the front of one of my Marie tiaras. You can see it right here.
READ BEFORE YOU GO:
*I do have an announcement to make…and one that many of you who made so many requests via email have been waiting for so long…Yay! I am having a Crown Making Party! I will officially announce it here on my blog next week.
I want to thank everyone for participating in my Glitter Party. I am glad that you enjoyed glittering projects with me.
Until next party!
SOURCES:
Vintage Glass Glitter {Art Glitter Institute}
Designer Dries Clean {Art Glitter Institute}
DISCLOSURE: I have a material connection with Art Glitter Institute because I received a gift or sample of a product for consideration in preparing to write this content.
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So the glass will just tarnish on it’s own?…..quickly? how long does it take?
Wonderful tutorial above…I will definitly join in the glitter tiara fun!
xoxo
GORGEOUS! Thanks so much for the template, I’ll be linking.
What fun your Glitter Pary was!!!!! Thank you so much for creating so much fun for all of us. Can’t wait to see your Glittered Crown Party!
Thank you…I really enjoyed this, can’t wait for the crown party
What is the difference in the adhesive you used on the ornament and with this last project? Does it make a difference with the type of glitter you’re using?
I have really enjoyed my three days of play!!! I have learned so much!! I can’t wait for the Glittered Crown Party!!! I love the fleur delis!!!~~What fun!!!~Keep me posted about the Glittered Crown Party!!!!~~~~~~~~Deborah
Hello,
This is the answer for Tristan’s question:
Yes, I do let the glitter dry before I shake the excess. And work applying it on steps until I cover the whole surface.
In regards of coating it with paint, no, I do not do this. I actually like the coarse and metallic finish. You should find out with the manufacturer if that’s what you want to do with your own projects.
You would need to do how glass glitter works with spray paint.
~ Gabriela ~
Me gustaron todos tus proyectos brillantes y con un toque de distincion.
Lindo fin de semana.
Can’t wait for the crown making party!
What a gorgeous post!!! You make everything look dreamy. Such beautiful photographs too.
Karen
I am signed on to Kathi’s blog
Great information – again!
One question – after you sprinkle the glitter onto the wet glue, do you let it dry BEFORE shaking off the excess?
Do you ever use an acrylic spray coat to keep the glitter intact?
Hi Gabriela! Great post and another great project!!! I simply MUST make a Fleur de lis and thank you for the source for that beautiful glitter. Fabulous Glitter Party!! Your projects shine as much as you do : ) ~ xoxo Joy
Very interesting and beautiful crafts. I will try it one day.
Beautiful glass fleur de lis! Wonderful blog, dear, just a delight. Blessings.
Our time zone difference is frustrating, as I can’t play at the same time as everyone here, but I loved your final project. Art Instiute glitter is my fav!
Thanks for all the history that goes with your projects. I haven’t heard that much history since I spent time with Barbara herself!
I’ll visit again later….Julie
Thank you for the templates!
Hi,
I got here via Marina’s blog. I’m glad I clicked the link…i sure did learned a lot here! If you don’t mind, I’ll link you to my blog?
I love that yellow iris…we have an iris garden close to where i live and you can read more about it in my blog, that is if you’re interested, that is.
Excelent post! I love it! awesome pics!
xoxo
Drat, I missed it. I had a firm deadline for work and could not play! I’m going to go read what you all did! ♥ Marsha