How to leaf- Imitation Silver Leaf for beginners

sharing the way i learned how to get better at doing leaf work, in this video i am using Imitation leaf in this video, my previous leaf video went over various leafs, tools, terms etc. please watch that one before this one.
This video is long deal with it. Leaf work should never be rushed and neither should learning it.
next leaf video i will release will be using genuine gold leaf.
Supplies used
Dux Quick size
1shot for tinting size
mack 1992 brush size 1/4
imitation silver leaf
trizac 3000 grit sand paper with home made spin tool from my friend
excess gold leaf brush
Suppliers
Wehrung & Billmeier- Gold leaf manufacture, made in USA
www.wbgoldleaf...
Mack Brush- brushes, paint
www.mackbrush....

[@lisascenic]

Thanks for this brilliant tutorial! I've been gilding for 20+ years, and you taught me some new things! Thank you for sharing your craft so clearly and thoughtfully. Much to the horror of my male coworkers, I refer to the removal of materials with masking tape as "bikini waxing."

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

I'm so glad you picked up some new things

[@anndedma5355]

Best video I’ve seen after some searching. Very helpful thank you

[@aarontyrrell2931]

Thanks for the video!!

[@RuthTappinGilder]

First other gilder on KZbin that I haven't stopped watching because they don't know what they are doing. Nice explanation of your craft. Been gilding for 23 years, didn't know this technique. Going to have a play even though its not found on gilded frames. I'll never stop learning. Thank you for this video.

[@villapinstriping]

That initial text was spot on 😂. Let em know!!

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Hahaha hell ya

[@rudydoimo4209]

Hi Jennifer. Thanks for the video. You have given us a lot of important information.👍🏻

[@aymenyaqoob1009]

Yesssssssss been waiting on this

[@davidr4332]

Awesome Jen awesome

[@iwascured]

Thanks for putting this out there!

[@SpeedKing49]

Hey Jen, thanks for tbe video, I really like how you explain everything, and say what tools you are using. The lettering videos you have done are awesome! Hope to see an update on your Nova soon.

[@sallydawson79]

Jen, you are such an excellent teacher

[@tatchik77]

The wax paper thing was brilliant! I've never worked with metal leaf before but I'm going to try to cover a pair of faux leather boots with imitation silver leaf. 🤞

[@32road]

Very nice explanation and demonstration Jen. Thank you so much! Very thorough.

[@DC-sq8th]

Sick Video! Many Thanks for the clear and masterful explanation!

[@nickartzyglassartdistingui1002]

Thanks Jen, nice tutorial.

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Thanks for watching!

[@lkw6640]

Those "half spins" were used extensively as a decorative element in the past. I have old pocket watches (circa 1890's) that incorporate half spins and they are gorgeous. On the next row of spins, the center is moved over half the diameter of the previous row.

[@clairestaffieri4398]

Spectacular demo. Through. Intelligent. Well done.

[@michaelwolf3014]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences. You are doing fantastic work.

[@tracyclark465]

You are always so informative, Thank You Jen

[@montebella1]

Thanks for sharing - I appreciate it

[@Hotrodmonk55]

Thanks!!!!

[@ronjon5386]

Great video. Very informative I learned a lot

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Glad to hear it!

[@jerrywalker9592]

Thank you again for teachin us its very helpfull

[@Axeman12171]

ty very nice

[@mikecondoluci53]

GREAT JOB, I LEARNED ALOT THANK YOU JEN

[@joesask857]

nice thanks

[@brainbotz3184]

Very informative, nicely done

[@MrHeli4444]

Your bad ass Jen awesome stuff here thank you.

[@donniegreenway8401]

Are you going to do any pinstripe videos on a car anytime soon, miss watching you work.

[@mickspence2885]

Hi Jen... Always great detailed information that you deliver in an enjoyable manner.. My question is how often should I need to replace my 5000 trizacts? When I use a brand new one, my spins are crisp and reflective. However this seems to only last like 50 spins approx before they seem to go a little fuzzy. I am using 1shot size with immitation leaf and il wait approx 1 hour before putting leaf down Thanks very much and all the best. Mick.

[@daveg5183]

👍

[@wolverinebear5357]

Can you guild abs plastic "cbr 600rr fairings" they are matte black, i like the matte finish with laquered decals ie: pinstripe airbrush foil

[@mikes1031]

Hi Jen, I just found your YT channel and I'm in love, your teaching ability and artwork is amazing. I'm just back into airbrushing about 2 yrs, and have flamed a couple rides in the distant past, wanting to up my game a little with Pinstriping and Leafing, But I have a couple questions, 1: Is there a special reason for tinting the Size ? 2: Are there recommended colors of tinting for different colors of leaf. 3: Is there a difference in durability, shine, material quality and work-ability between real leaf and imitation leaf ? 4: Do they make imitation leaf colors other than copper, gold, silver, bronze etc. like red, orange, yellow, blue, green etc. ? Again, Thank you for your time, teaching and making these awesome videos, you have a new follower.

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Thanks for watching, Tinting size helps you see how much size you are laying down, and if you covered a area or not. 2 i tint with different colors depending on my background im working on but i usually mix white and imitation gold(not metallic) into my size unless im working on a pale background then ill use a blue. 3, there are quite a few differences between genuine vs real leaf i feel genuine is better all around and find it more workable for various applications. Imitation definitely has its place in the industry but i dont find it as versatile as genuine. 4 Imitation comes in your standard colors like gold,copper,silver and then variegated leaf. if you see a it in a full on red, blue color and has a label of "foil" attached to the description i would be extremely weary of using it theres been some imitation leaf on the internet with big companies that start with A and end with N that is not like regular imitation leaf

[@mikes1031]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping Thank you for the quick reply Jen. Also for the helpful info on the cheap colored foils, Size tinting and everything else. Wish I could have found a HotRod Gal like you 35 yrs ago. :)

[@Kirby_Oski]

I noticed towards the end of your video you were able to basically wash off your leafing with mineral spirits. What do you do to seal your leafing so that it is permanent?

[@goldenhippie6352]

You can use the DUX sizing as a sealer or you can use any 2k clear coat.. depends on application needed

[@garyrose5211]

Hi, just came across your very informative videos and channel. Please can you tell me what grit size the Trizac pads are on your spinner, could they be something like 3000 grit. I designed a spinner that I had machined here in England UK but I don't think we have the Trizac brand here so I would have to find something similar to use on my spinner. I have subscribed to your channel, your work is excellent. I come from a custom airbrushing and signwriting background. This video is one of the best on this subject I have seen.

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

i have another leaf video that goes over supplies i use 3000 and 5000 grit. as long as you can get one of those grits that looks like a foam pad that can hook up to a da sander pad (like velcro) it should work for you

[@garyrose5211]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping Thank you very much for your quick reply and advice. I will try and find a supplier for the pads you describe.

[@ShibbyImpalaShibby]

Watching the section where you're showing examples of pressing the leaf in... Have you ever sized, and then immediately removed the tape? Can you turn the leaf with the tape removed?

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Did you listen and see the part where I mentioned if you do that and use trizac for spinning to watch out for leaving swirls in the paint? You can get away with UT sometimes when working under a full clear coat but if not you need to protect the background from the sand paper

[@ShibbyImpalaShibby]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping Haha yeah I did. As I continued watching the video you totally answered my question lol. I really appreciate you replying. I'm learning so much from your videos

[@monks883goldandsilverleaf3]

your samples in your video of your engine spinning look so sharp and detailed. I have been practicing and not even close. I am using water base size and waiting for Dux quick dry oil base size to come in. Will the size make a big difference? Should I stop and wait for the Dux? Does the brand of imitation gold leaf matter?

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

i personally wouldnt bother with water based size if that is not what you will be using in the long run. wait for the dux to come in, also the brand of imitation leaf i have not found to matter as much as the timing for the set up for the size and what you are engine turning with. all imitation leaf is heavier than genuine leaf so velvet will not do a good job turning it . trizact will

[@robertval161]

Tremendo trabajo y explicación! Gracias!!!

[@djbruno48]

What grit paper are you using on the engine spinner Thanks for sharing.

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

3000 grit

[@monks883goldandsilverleaf3]

Hi Jen, did you ever have the leaf start forming little bubbles after a few days? Would you know what would cause this. I can go to your web page for contact and send some pictures and more detail what I did. On my practice ones nothing happened.

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

Did you clear over it and then it started to bubble? Email [e-mail] and more details would be appreciated, what size you used, if you put anything in the size, what type of leaf and clear used

[@monks883goldandsilverleaf3]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping thank you, e mail sent

[@williamwebber5067]

Do you usually leave tape on edges for the whole process on your pieces of work?

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

no but as i explain in the video there is a reason why i do it for this type of leaf and surface.

[@williamwebber5067]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping i picked up some godfather water based sheets have you used these before?

[@HotRodJenPinstriping]

@@williamwebber5067 do you mean the gelatin sheets that dissolve in water for water gilding? no i have not used his before but i get mine from W&B gold leaf, water gilding is something i dont do a lot of

[@williamwebber5067]

@@HotRodJenPinstriping thanks for reply!! I'm using it to practice on glass wich I think is correct

[@williamrogers4556]

I will try to contain my ADHD!!!😊

[@jontavares1656]

Very cool but if they want it let them earn it like you did