HANDMADE FAUX RICE PAPER: A HARD LESSON!

[@cindyjanssen9021]

I put down a flannel backed vinyl tablecloth on a 5 ft table so I can do several sheets at a time. I brush glue on the tablecloth, lay the napkins n brush glue on top. I turn on the ceiling fan n leave it for a couple hours. The sheets peel off perfectly! I just wash off any residue left on the tablecloth n put it away for next time. Elmer’s Glue for the win, too.

[@tiffscreatives]

That's a great tip Cindy, Thanks! I am so excited to see your comment! Elmer's glue worked for you, humm... I wonder if mine didn't turn out as I used the "strong" Elmer's. When done drying it was hard and cracked to pieces while working with it. Hum, I tested the Elmer's several times with the same result.🤔 I can't figure out the reason others are successful with Elmer's and I can't get it to work?! The Matte Medium worked wonderfully though. Tiff🥰

[@lammilee1]

​@@tiffscreativesI had HUGE negative results when using the extra strong Elmers. It was very stiff and cracked whn folded. Faired much better overall with the regular strenth school glue. Much more pliable!

[@tiffscreatives]

@@lammilee1 Thank you for your comment and sharing your experience! It's very helpful, while researching glues I came across some information regarding PVAC glues and the difference between them. There are elements added to the "strong" glues as well as to the "wood glues" that make them different. All pvac glues are definitely NOT the same. I hope to share this information more in depth in the future. In the meantime, experience from people like yourself is VERY HELPFUL! 😀 KEEP ON CRAFTING! ❤️

[@lammilee1]

@@tiffscreatives I appreciate you doing this video and the additional information you've discovered in the next video. I learned the hard way through trial and error, but still have alot to learn about the rest. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience. Greatly appreciated! 😘

[@malenachipps]

Great video! This is exactly what I've been searching for all week! Thankkkkk youuuuu😃🤗😍

[@tiffscreatives]

I AM SO VERY HAPPY IT HELPED. YOU ARE EXACTLY THE REASON I CREATED THIS VIDEO! 😊❤

[@MaineWoman]

Thank you Very informative

[@tiffscreatives]

I am so glad you enjoyed it! And thank you for commenting. 🥰 I'm hoping to get more informative videos out on my channel. Especially where I feel like there are gaps in the crafting field of journals.

[@kellyhards8828]

I have also found that cereal liners work well. Have you tried it?

[@tiffscreatives]

Gosh, sorry, I replied to your comment and must have missed hitting enter... Yes, I agree cereal liners are great to use as liners in many craft projects. Unfortunately, we don't have kiddo's at home there for don't go through much cereal. LOL! So I end up using left over plastic bags from the grocery store. Thank you so much for your comment!😃

[@kellyhards8828]

@@tiffscreatives No kids in my house either...unless you count THIS 60 year old kid🤣 I've got tons! Need some?

[@tiffscreatives]

@@kellyhards8828 😂😂😂

[@cherylellis9743]

Could your papers be sticking because of your humidity? Not sure of your location, but that might be a factor. I just used Elmer’s glue all the other day. Only barely thinned and it turned out great. I think your excessive water might have messed up your glue test.

[@tiffscreatives]

Yes, I tried different batches with multiple levels of water in my glue. I also live in a humid climate which I absolutely believe has an effect! When I use Modpodge I experience a similar problem. The take away; climate has an effect on glues and it's important to test them out first. In the PNW less thinning of glue with water is needed for projects like this. 😀 Thanks for the input!

[@LindaR423]

Were those tissues you were using or napkins?

[@tiffscreatives]

They were tissues (for your nose) I bought in Germany while on vacation. I also tried tissue paper on a few like the paper you wrap presents with. 😊 Sorry for the late reply we were traveling abroad for almost a month. 🛩️

[@craftymouse]

New to you and love those papers. Thank you for sharing.

[@tiffscreatives]

MistyDawn thank you, I really enjoy making the papers and coming up with new recipes and creations. I am glad you enjoyed the video as it's early in my journey of learning how to take and edit videos. It's a lot more difficult than I ever thought and, I REALLY ENJOY IT! 🥰

[@rosemaryleo6586]

Your doing a great job 👏

[@tiffscreatives]

@rosemaryleo6586 Aw, thank you so very much! It's awesome to hear such positive responses.

[@TheTruckingScribe]

I have noticed that glue makes a difference depending on what you use it on. I will be experimenting now.

[@tiffscreatives]

Thank you for your comment It is nice to see when someone else experiments with things like I do. I have been researching for a video on glues, my oh my, there is a lot of info out there. Getting the right information is the trick, then testing it out. I hope to be editing it soon for this video has taken more work than anticipated!

[@novallasuter5265]

Wood glue is a whole different chemistry from Elmer's.

[@tiffscreatives]

Ah, thank you, I figured it must have a different chemical make up for it to act like it did so I read up on it a bit. Thank you for your comment they are greatly appreciated!

[@novallasuter5265]

First video? Well, you did a pretty good job!😊👍

[@tiffscreatives]

Hello Novella, I am still in the early stages of learning how social media works and editing programs. 🤦🏼‍♀️🤔🤦🏼‍♀️ It has been a challenge as I I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR COMPLIMENT! ❤️

[@debbiegraffius2522]

Mod Podge or Elmer's school glue, not glue all. And not so much water.

[@tiffscreatives]

Hello Debbie, Mod Podge and Elmer's glue were used. The "strong" Elmer's must have something else in it...🤔Same with Mod Podge ... So, we are down to considering the amount of water... I would use less and make it rho

[@debbiegraffius2522]

1/3 water, and with the glue I have done mostly Elmer's (or just plain pva) some mod podge. I kinda like the combo

[@tiffscreatives]

Hi Debbie, I have done quite a few tests to triple check results. I will look at doing another test measuring the water carefully and using "plain" Elmer's glue. 😀 That's where all of this can get tricky with sooo many glues on the market. Question❓🤔- What do you consider "Plain PVA" glue here in the States. There is literally nothing I know of that is labeled as such. Thank you for your dialogue around this topic as it's very helpful. ❤️ PS - I have followers from many countries that's why I use the term "in the States '.

[@debbiegraffius2522]

Mix mod podge with the glue

[@debbiegraffius2522]

Don't make it so much work for yourself, just watch some videos on the subject and enjoy the craft, don't try to reinvent the wheel.

[@patmclucas3347]

I do mine after watching Treasure Books on UTube. Give her a try. Perfection.

[@tiffscreatives]

Thank you for your comment!😀 Natasha's, was one of the first videos I watched and hers turned out beautifully like you said! That's why I was so surprised when my papers got crispy after 24 hrs or the ones that didn't began to stick together. The only thing I can figure is that the PVA glue in Europe is made differently from the PVA glue here in the US. Possibly different ingredients? 🤔 Do you know of a brand here in the US that is the equivalent or that has worked for you?? I would love to know. Tiff 🙂

[@southernbiscuits1275]

Stop with the animations. Also, pay attention to the videos where the process works then follow the process. If you know what works, you don't really need to know what doesn't. Keep things simple. I could not finish this video because it was filled with unnecessary information and silly animations.

[@tiffscreatives]

Still learning, you have been heard. 👍

[@miasmakinkachoo]

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