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πŸƒ 18 Sheets of Silver Speedball Mona Lisa Simple Metal Leaf Review

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Description of πŸƒ 18 Sheets of Silver Speedball Mona Lisa Simple Metal Leaf

CREATE STUNNING EFFECTS – You can create that special look without the expense of precious metals. COMPOSITION METAL – The composition metal leaf sheets are comprised of 85% Copper and 15% Zinc. EASY TO WORK WITH – The metal sheets are each backed by wax paper for easy application, separated by tissue paper and each order also includes a tips and techniques guide. USE ON MANY SURFACES – Use this silver leaf for projects on flat surfaces of plastic, wood, glass, paper, metal, ceramic and Plaster of Paris. 18 SHEETS METAL LEAF – (1) pack of 18 micro-thin, silver leaf sheets that measure 5-1/2 x 5-1/2 inches

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

really good silver leaf

These silver leaf leaves are very good. The sheet size is easy to work with and the results are so pleasing. I just replaced a gold leaf mirror that I decided to make out of silver leaf. Looks like a new mirror. I also used liquid glue and aerosol sealant from Speedball. I just ordered more foil and glue because I'm making another mirror and some frames that I want to change from gold to silver. I am very happy with this line of products and glad I found them.

Pros
  • gold leaf and metal leaf
Cons
  • concise instructions

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Sticks to paper backing

Using heat activated glue to attach the leaves to the pumpkin, I found these 'plain' leaves stuck to the paper backing better than my project. Even if I let the glue cool and harden before removing the sheet. I had to apply multiple coats to get near full coverage and by then the border looked terrible and I had to paint it with silver paint. I haven't had this problem with regular mopping - it went on like a charm and cleaned up nicely. With a stronger adhesive this product might work as…

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  • Arts, Crafts & Sewing
Cons
  • Very expensive

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Not quite "simple ", but definitely doable.

A few months ago I tried the Simple Gold Leaf Speedball and it wasn't as easy as it sounds. I recently had to silver plate a wooden box and decided to give it another try. I had Speedball liquid glue on hand from last time --- the jar is big and you just have to brush it on. a little. I think my technique got a little bit better because the silver leaf was much easier to apply and with less stickiness than my gold leaf. The "easy" part is the wax paper you use to work the sheets, not just your…

Pros
  • Craft Supplies
Cons
  • Crumpled Packaging