Make YOUR own paste and create TONS of cards!

[@k8marlowe]

Glad Press-n-Seal is magic, right? I can’t live without it. I cover all of my jars of paint, pastes, and any acrylic, really, with Press-n-Seal either under the lid or over the whole container. Works beautifully!

[@Rockymtnbloom]

A tip from mixed media arts: use Golden heavy gel matte medium. I usually mix just what I need right on my glass media mat and skip using a container. You can lay down a scoop on the mat and then add glitter, mica powders, reinkers, a swipe from an ink pad, etc.

[@lindamaclaren1866]

An unscientific observation: I made up some silver glitter paste using Tonic Craft Glue and glitter. Beautiful results. Unfortunately, I made too much, but I figured I'd cover it for awhile and use the rest in a day or two. I mixed the paste in one of those small disposable plastic condiment containers...you know, the cheap ones. Add glue and glitter, stirred with tiny wooden stir sticks. Beautiful results, but I had leftovers. So, I covered the little container in two layers of Press'n'Seal, tightly, with the ends of the wrap twisted securely. Then I put it aside to use the next day -- and forgot it for something like 3 months! Uncovering it while searching for something else, I figured it was useless. No, it was FINE; didn't have to add any glue or water, the paste was as shiney and supple as the day I made it! Okay, I'm flummoxed. Maybe this is a one-time deal, maybe we're just not wrapping our containers tightly enough, maybe Press'n'Seal is a miracle worker. Anyway, this batch lasted me months!

[@sharonb.7867]

I was going to pose the idea of Press 'n Seal in the comment section and you rocked it!! Fantastic - glad for you!

[@PaperToPetals]

Super idea! Here’s a tip to keep all your pastes from drying up. Take a piece of plastic wrap or Press n Seal, cut a small piece, open the top, cover the jar with the wrap and then attach the lid over the wrap. Works like a charm!

[@Rockymtnbloom]

Nuvo and glitz glitter gel still dried up 10 months later.

[@lechat8533]

I make this with white wood glue and it`s great and very inexpensive :) You can also make your own Nuovo Drops this way. All you need are the little bottles for that. I`ve wanted the Stick & Spray for so long but I didn`t get it anywhere. One day I just bought the cheapest hair spray and tried it out. It isn`t Stick & Spray but it works :) I love your videos. Thank you :)))

[@SashaReade]

Brilliant tips, thank you for sharing :)

[@sallycarter4487]

Now I’m glad that I didn’t throw out my old eye shadow. Some of the colors are best used for decorating things other than eyelids on an old gal like me. This is an idea that totally supports the idea of a handmade greeting card. Thanks very much for the simply beautiful idea.

[@elizabethmaceachern5653]

Just a thought, if you place a piece of cardstock over the top of the stencil you will get the relief print from the glitter paste as a background.

[@nancylourose]

I was hoping she would try that. Even a partial print would be nice

[@conniesanginesi4676]

Packed with tons of information! Thank you!

[@catb737]

Ooh yes! Especially an already colored paper to highlight with some glitter paste. Great idea! Thanks.

[@sherryarnold3629]

OMG, started making some of my own to try.... ended up with 10 different pastes, 12 wink of stella, 18 glitter and 6 more shimmer sprays. hehehe, boy did I have a blast doing it!!!! Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@awenbunny]

I keep a dishpan with water in it next to me (even on the floor is fine) to toss dirty stencils into. It keeps them wet and I can continue to play and wash off the stencils properly later. I saw Tim Holtz uses this method also.

[@astrid6496]

That is a great idea! It would actually potentially solve my question about how to prevent all the glitter from going down the drain. You could just strain the dirty water through a fine mesh sieve, rag, or something similar, and dispose of the glitter in the garbage.

[@SashaReade]

that's a great idea, could leave it to dry out as well and then dust the glitter into the bin or save it for another project!

[@jenXMAGA]

I use a 2 gallon Ziploc ❤. Reason? I have 3 Aussie Cattledogs 😂 and 4 cats. I do not want to bathe and create @ the same time 😂

[@rebeccahenson5328]

Beautiful stuff. I’ve tried the makeup on a lot of stuff. The sparklier the better. Dollar store makeup does work fine. Great looking cards in the end, too. You are very talented and smart too.

[@nancycrutchfield117]

Beautiful work as usual! Love your cards and colors you choose. TFS always enjoy!

[@kittybrowning]

I’ve got a lot of shimmery powders for nails which can be used as well. And the pink glitter that ran issue will be because it’s not cosmetic grade and if u make sure they are cosmetic grade they won’t run. This is a fab idea love these back grounds

[@deereip5439]

The Arteza mica powders look like they have been foiled. Beautiful. And the orange glitter OMG. Love it.

[@SashaReade]

They are really stunning! And yes the orange glitter was my fave ever!

[@pathoodjoy]

Acrylic Iridescent medium is a better base than glue and can be divided into air tight containers to last a long time. Then mica powers, eye shadow, acrylic paint can be used to colour it and you have coloured shimmer paste. Or you can put a small amount in a tiny container, colour it, and use it fro your current project.

[@sherylefagan5132]

I think that video was awesome. I didn’t think it was too long at all. I watched till the very end. I love all the cards and I love the sentiments that you’re purchasing. I am with you. I like the back of the word it just makes the words pop, I gave you a thumbs up and I have subscribed to your channel quite a long time ago. I can’t wait to try making my own glitter paste. I think it’s going to be amazing. I have so much glitter and I don’t ever use it so this will be a great way to use it up. Thank you for sharing.

[@beckyhaydegarcia5045]

Sasha, you must have a friend or family member who would appreciate the humor of getting a homemade card that opens backward. I always save those cards for my crazy best friend or one of my siblings. 😊

[@triciaschuhmacher]

Gorgeous cards ❤ thank you for sharing your paste making

[@annettegriffiths3942]

Love them all. So pretty and shiny

[@bevp7838]

Oh, no! I need to do laundry tomorrow, but I have to try this! This is the thing that will get me to actually use my stencils. ( I have a similar mat that is silicone. They were about $.75 on clearance and were sold as placemats to take with you when eating out with a small child so you would be sure it was a clean surface. My grandboy had just started using a woodburner, so I gave him one to protect his desk! ( I love finding craft tools and supplies in places that are not craft stores 😁). Thank you so much 😊.

[@SashaReade]

OH my word! That is genius! Of course something like that would work as well! Does it stain at all? I have to admit i do like the grid lines on mine as well. Thanks for the awesome tip! Might have a look about to see if i could find one as a spare or for my daughter to use as well so we can craft together at the same

[@rhondaandrus7481]

Oh my GLITTERS! Such a FANTASTIC IDEA, game changer and money saver solution! ❤ My 13 yr old Granddaughter is here for the weekend & we are going to try this today!!!!!

[@SashaReade]

oh brilliant, i hope you 2 have a blast!

[@dianalama1591]

So much fun!!! THankYou for sharing 👍

[@stephanieheiler2327]

I use acrylic gloss gel to make my own pastes. You can mix watercolors as well with the gel and make kind of your own jewels drops. You can mix watercolors with glossy acryliv varnish too and make kind of a glas paint. Sadly it's not possible to post pictures here then I could show what I've done with it. 😊 If you put a piece of cling film on top of your containers and then put the lid on it'll be air tight too. I've put cling film on all of my containers withs pastes and stuff even the bought ones 'cause they aren't as air tight as they should be.

[@manthiejoy]

Excellent ideas and very well presented. Thanks.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Sasha, I really really enjoyed watching you creating all these amazing and stunning pieces. So sparkling too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤❤

[@Elizabeth45840]

Beautiful Cards! If you use makeup that has mica in it it will shine. Your Dollar Tree makeup works great. Had not thought of this Idea. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@janasher4940]

Your videos on DIY paste and shimmer pens bring me back to your channel again and again. I love these videos! I make cards and I really don't want to pay what U.S. companies charge for these products - especially since the card will probably end up in the trash within a couple of months! I am happy to craft with DIY glitter products and spend my budget elsewhere. Thanks for doing these videos.

[@dominiqueelliott1203]

Simply stunning.

[@marcydobbs1653]

This video just popped up again. Loved seeing it again. So much fun seeing your excitement as you revealed each new re ipe.

[@kimberlywalker1015]

Fantastic ideas, here! Can't wait to try.🙂 Someone gave a tip, one time, about water...regular tap water can mold (like in a long term paint ..I know you said most of your paints were temporary...but, from what I understand.. if it sits for a while...it can mold...distilled water keeps it's longevity. I don't know what the cost of distilled water costs in the UK...here in the USA...its usually under a dollar...and, lasts quite a long time. Again, FUN VIDEO😀

[@SashaReade]

I used to need distilled water when i was having a go with soap making, but it was quite hard to get ahold of, i had to order it and pay shipping. Bit annoying really

[@hilarygreek7830]

Love this video! Life changing! Pixie Spray also works for stencils. 🦋

[@nancydurrett9319]

Wow Sasha thanks for sharing.

[@caseyslove]

Wowsers! That’s incredible. Thank you for sharing. Need to get some tacky glue - have tons of glitter - time to play!

[@elisabethmatei2508]

love watching you Sasha

[@SashaReade]

Thank you :)

[@patriciavanderwolf6425]

Great ideas and save money and space on supplies! Thanks. I wonder if u added some mica in color but just used an irridescent silver glitter? Then u could have color using only one large batch of glitter. Best part is glitter does not come off!

[@donaldbenjamin2235]

Hello Patricia

[@2848Adriana]

Hi Sasha, You have a done a fabulous job on all those back grounds, and that sparkle WOW, and the cards made from them are also lovely, GREAT JOB, TFS, Cheers Anna.

[@SashaReade]

I couldnt believe how well it worked! The sparkle is so crazy awesome! thank you for leaving me a lovely message

[@CHARUL814]

This is amazing. Wow. Blown away each time I watch more of your videos. You share so much. Thank you.

[@withlovebyamy]

Omg...mind blown! Must try the makeup trick!

[@giselled.4149]

The orange and teal are stunning! I will have to try this.

[@SashaReade]

The orange was my absolute fave! was stunning! Thank you for watching

[@vivaciousmimi]

Gorgeous! I’m giving it a go in Texas!

[@cynthiaakacyndsmith6539]

This looks like fun to give it a try!

[@kcinca5410]

I'm in the US and for the first time I was able to get the Stick and Spray here. I'm excited to try it out. Pixie Spray is too iffy for me. Sometimes it's great but other times, it tears the paper. I'm hoping for better results on my intricate stencils. OMG...I hadn't realized how old this video BUT I can totally relate to being alone. Since my husband retired, even though my children are grown, I am NEVER alone. He literally won't go away. When I'm fortunate to find myself alone, it's absolute HEAVEN!

[@catb737]

Where did you get the Crafters Companion Stick and Spray in the U.S.? I just checked online and it says they can not ship outside of the UK.

[@kcinca5410]

@@catb737 I ordered it from CraftStash US BUT I never got it because the package was lost in the Royal Mail at Heathrow before it even got across the pond. I was so hoping I would be able to try it out as it looks like it may work better than Pixie Spray but alas it is now out of stock. That was the very first time I saw it available in the US, too. Now I'm wondering if it was a mistake that it was listed for sale to the US?

[@Pebblesmas]

Love love love this video, thx so much! Great results and fab cards. Love DIY projects! So we can do some stuff the cheap way 🤭😉😁😂👋👋

[@ariesgirl3444]

Fabulous cards.

[@lindafrier26]

Great video and fun to hear your excitement 😊 I get that way too, some people don’t get it 😉 . Beautiful cards 🌟

[@littlebirdie2]

L O O O V E D your creations and video share! Hugs from Texas!!💜

[@maryshaw737]

Actually, I could have watched another hour of this. So fun!

[@SashaReade]

Ah that has made my day, I always get so worried when i have long videos that people will get bored. Thank you for the encouragement Mary.

[@julieb8946]

Great way to use glitter!!!

[@triciaschuhmacher]

Love the colour of your crystal grids

[@susannekarlsson9910]

Lovely card again. To the scraping rom ❤❤❤

[@catb737]

So cool! Thank you. Can’t wait to make some fun pastes! And of course, wouldn’t you know I’ve just watched three videos about how I can use metallic makeup AFTER I just donated several unused gorgeous colors of eye powders.

[@melissalittleartstudio420]

What an amazing idea 💡 thank you so much for sharing this.😊

[@Mysterias49]

These are gorgeous. Hot & humid here in the states but thankful for air conditioning.

[@kathyesquerra2085]

Add the pigment powder with the glitter and it’ll be just like the Nuvo, been making my own for well over a year, I put it in an air tight container and it stays perfect. Haven’t had any dry out yet, now I don’t use straight up glue, I use a thicker stuff and the name eludes me right now, if you’re interested just comment and I’ll get you the name, it makes it so nice and way cheaper.

[@SashaReade]

Ive not found a good airtight small container yet, maybe when i finish my purple nuvo one i'll save it and fill it with my own one. It was so so hot here things were drying out so fast. And yes i need to try mixing the 2 elements!

[@kathyquackenbush2900]

Kathy Esquerra ...I would love to know the name of the thicker glue like substance...what about Elmers glue?

[@victornrodica2049]

@@SashaReadegood to see creativity at work :). If you want a good airtight container try to look for sample containers ( the ones with red lid that can hold liquid without any problem :D ). I still have my paste made a year ago - still good - try eBay, I think I bought mine at boots, but eBay is way cheaper. Hope that will help, Rodi

[@eh2179]

Victor n' Rodica thanks for the tip re container. Are they screw top the ones from Boots? In travel section? Looked on eBay but couldn’t find what I think you meant.

[@eh2179]

Victor n' Rodica ah so you mean the 3ml or 5ml tiny round screw lid sample pots? Found those on eBay...

[@appleoneill5135]

These are absolutely gorgeous, I'm amazed at the results. Thank you loads for sharing x ❤

[@glittergrandma]

Awesome!! Brilliant! Wow! Those papers and cards are gorgeous. Great ideas and big fun!!!

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much Jackie

[@ginabadeaux9319]

this is so cool i just made some with gloss gel ,i put mine in a pill bottle ,they seal very well ,i have a large glitter collection ,thank you

[@coolstamper]

Sasha, you need an “oops” stamp. I did a card backwards just a while ago and I finished it anyway and put my little oops stamp on the inside!!! There are places online where you can order personalized stamps very inexpensively. And, people get a kick out of it too!!! 💕🌸💕

[@sandrawijckmans4306]

Wow,wow,wow thank you for sharing this love t

[@SashaReade]

thank you so much Sandra :)

[@angievanwyk8161]

Beautiful thanks for sharing

[@scrapfabulous465]

Thank you for sharing this! Can’t wait to make some and play!

[@oheck5570]

Thank you, Sasha. Very informative and thorough.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you for watching and the encouragement :)

[@karimyers3558]

Wow this awesome Sasha and tyfs 💜 how to make paste and do create! 💜😃

[@SashaReade]

Thank you :)

[@yteldee]

Genius! Beautiful cards.

[@ChiquisJ70]

Thank you so much for sharing!! I loved all the information given and samples!!

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@dianehyatt-turner4086]

Hi from Australia. Totally love your ideas and your novel invention.

[@inaramfb591]

After I found your great video on making mica sprays, I had to find this one on making pastes. It is just as helpful, full of information & tips. I enjoy that you put a lot of effort and enthusiasm into creating your videos......thanks.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much, i really appreciate you taking the time to leave me lovely encouragement :)

[@lindaroberts5898]

Beautiful

[@marymurphy7037]

What a clever idea I am going to have a go with this technique the cards you have made are lovely without going over the top. Thanks for sharing. Take care stay safe. X

[@SashaReade]

Thank you Mary! I had so much fun with this project and the results were so super awesome, really happy with it

[@KathyaKalinine]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I will link to this video when I try this on my channel. Your cards turned out amazing-I agree-that orange glitter stenciled card is gorgeous! 🥰

[@SashaReade]

Oh brilliant! Just been checking out your videos as well :)

[@KathyaKalinine]

@@SashaReade Wonderful! Seems we have the "DIY" bug in common! Love it!

[@katana164]

Love , love, love your cards.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you Maria, so kind :)

[@michelegourd5742]

Just found your channel!! Thanks for sharing!!! I am on a budget and this is so so helpful!!!

[@SashaReade]

Brilliant, so pleased! Thank you for joining me :) Ive got another video coming up in the next day or 2 on making your own sprays as well!

[@carolpope1145]

Good job all so pretty

[@donnacarraway9182]

Thank you Sasha! This is awesome!! Have you tried using the press n seal under the top of the bottle to store the paste a bit longer? Funny, it’s about 35 degrees Fahrenheit where I am today!! But still very dry in Colorado! Your ideas are great! Your presentation great! Must watch more. Am going to move house and massively downsize so making as-you-use-them products may help with the reduced storage space! Thank you for reminding us to use reusable cleaning cloths!! Loved everything about this video!💕

[@mking5850]

Awesome,thank you for sharing your video. Love 💕 all your card making.❤️

[@SashaReade]

Thank you mom :)

[@carolsoutar4719]

Wow you have been busy. Beautiful cards, thanks Sasha.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you Carol :)

[@elizabethturnbull1537]

Hi Saha, this is a great video you have made, thank you for doing it. I think the shops will be low on glue stocks once everyone watches this video. The results are amazing, there was not a bad one amongst all of them, keep the long videos coming!! Your ideas are great, take care Regards

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for your awesome words of encouragement! Really means a lot to me. I had such a blast with this tutorial. I was worried though as it's quite long but ive had such an amazing positive response to it. It's been really lovely

[@hartmanartsource]

I hear you talking about the problems of 30 degree weather, which is about 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Well, here in Texas, we call that kind of weather, “Autumn.” A couple of years ago, Dallas had a streak of 100 days over 100 degrees. That would be about 38 degrees Celsius or hotter. That particular year, I was driving a dark purple van with a charcoal interior … and no air conditioning! Many, many plastic ice containers were placed in strategic locations around me so I could travel from client to client. I will admit, having spent a summer in London as a University exchange student, that the heat can be oppressive at a lower temperature there because of the humidity, but Texas heat really does beat all! Thanks for a great video!

[@greetjeb7030]

These are all so beautiful and I love long video's 😊

[@SashaReade]

Thank you for the encouragement :)

[@normalara1417]

You are so inspiring, Sasha. I love all those glue/glitter/mica powder techniques and all the backgrounds & cards you produced from them. I love them all. I especially love the blue and orange glitters.😍👍💕

[@SashaReade]

I loved how the glitters turned out as well especially that orange! Oh my word, it's stunning

[@firstsun5208]

What a money saver with great results!

[@SashaReade]

Thank you :)

[@anaraposo522]

Love your video, also I really love the way you explain. Thank you for taking the time to explain.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for those kind words :)

[@nikiakbik5896]

So great! You made me laugh about enjoying being alone! Lockdown here too. Kids mixed blessing. Thank you and enjoy!

[@deniseo884]

Beautiful. I normally scroll past videos over 30 mins. So glad I didn’t this time. This was awesome and the cards are amazing. Thank you for sharing your gift.

[@SashaReade]

Yes ive been so concerned about how long they are but people have been giving me such positive feedback and encouragement. I only do long ones when there is loads of info to put out there. I try to avoid chit chat as i think people can get a bit bored and lose interest. Thank you so much for sticking around and watching my video :)

[@Eldi10]

Definitely going to try this! Thanks for the great idea!

[@SashaReade]

Brilliant, you wont be disappointed! Was loads of fun

[@lauramartin7300]

Wow!! I bought some small jars of powder eye shadow from dollar store some time ago figuring could do something with them... NOW I know and will try this. They also had "TACKY" glue ,which I love, will have to go buy a few more bottles. Love all your cards especially the black. Colors are really pretty. And I do have a bunch of glitter.. oh boy ,fun time!! Thanks for sharing.

[@glittergrandma]

Awesome video. Great instructions and examples. Thank you!!!

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much :)

[@christineearle2779]

I think this must be one of my favourite videos ever! So simple - makes you think why didn't I think of that. Incredibly cheap and easy I already have all the ingredients - now I can't wait to get going. Thank you so much

[@SashaReade]

IM so so pleased it was helpful. Ive had the most amazing responses from this video and it's really filled my heart!

[@jeepgirl2339]

Great tips thanks for sharing

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for watching

[@jneigler]

Great ideas, fabulous results! Thanks for sharing.

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for watching

[@55lindaloveridge]

Thank you so much for your beautiful video this is the first time I’ve watched you, i will be watching all your videos 💓

[@louisesouza8033]

These are nice I have some unused makeup and I'm going to try this. Your cards turned out beautiful. Stay well and ;e blessed.

[@lisanorris655]

Thanks for another great tutorial!!!

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for watching :)

[@michelemalanczyn8890]

Hi Sasha, I have just found your channel! Thank you so much for sharing your recipes for pastes, can't wait to try them out. I'm also a huge fan of Limetree Crafts, I buy most of their card stock. So I'm looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Thanks again, Michele x

[@SashaReade]

Thank you so much for leaving me a lovely comment Michele. And yes Limtree are fantastic!

[@estherjordaan4446]

Wow. Wonderful video. Learnt a lot of new things. Thank you.

[@happycat85]

OMG this is mind-blowing to me, so glad I found this video

[@sylaniaoliver6451]

Thank You so much, I will try this. Your cards came out Beautiful. Nice to learn something to save money. Card making can be expensive but I enjoy it.

[@SashaReade]

Yes it can get really costly. I couldnt believe how simple it could be to make up a past and how effective it is

[@kimmorin7847]

This is so cool! Can't wait to try!!

[@sheilaperl4155]

Amazing video! Thank you!

[@noreenmulder5255]

😍😍😍 I absolutely love this. You are a genius. Thanks a mil. I'm glad I watched this video. I want to try this as I have no paste/mousse. God bless. Love from South Africa. 🤗💖

[@susanfranklin8550]

Oh, wow. This is so cool. Thank you. Blessings!