Perfect Pearls Techniques You NEED To Try!

[@simon.hurley]

Hi friends! Comment which card/technique was your favorite. :) ✭ FULL supply list with PICTURES: ldli.co/e/3gmyde

[@fnc569]

You have great ideas - never would have thought to use Perfect Pearls this way. I loved the Christmas Ornaments and Embossing Folder the best. Not a fan of die cut flowers/images for any card because don''t like the white border it leaves.

[@darlenegreen1089]

They're all gorgeous in their own way!! it would be impossible for me to decide!

[@melb.4609]

The folk art embossing folder! Wow!

[@momdrea6]

By far, my favorite example is the embossing folder. My daughter passed away, so I inherited all of her art equipment. I had no idea what to do with the perfect pearls. Now I do. Thank you.

[@melissab9209]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know she'd be happy you were using them.

[@masterpiecejewelersjewelry8239]

I'm sorry for your loss. What a beautiful way to feel close to her- by using the supplies that brought her so much happiness.❤

[@gracebullen5584]

What a beautiful way to connect with your daughter. My condolences!

[@simon.hurley]

Sorry for your loss! Hugs💙 I love that you get to use her supplies. So special!

[@marciasydness60]

I am so proud of you Simon - for a young man your age = you are amazing! Your personality is a shining star. Thank you for all your wisdom in crafting!

[@kaygenio2129]

My first time here, Simon. Wow,,, your explanations of the use of these products is so clear. It's not the usual stuff. I appreciate your extra efforts to explain why you are doing what you are doing----not just with the Perfect Pearl techniques, but with using the different brushes or the dome foam blending tool or why you choose the Versamark ink or use of water. Funny, I know, but I appreciate your explanations of why and how to keep your desk, etc. clean and unmessy. Yay! Great! I'm subscribing!

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! So glad you found me and enjoy the videos Kay. Hugs! :)

[@alexcialynne]

i watched again and have to say the third looks like a project i can use anytime and since its more timeless style i can make some ahead while learning to have ready when an occasion arises, just an inspiring thought :)

[@ShoshiPlatypus]

My favourite is the stencilled circles one. Because the edges fade out, it makes it look like a sphere! Brilliant. My favourite way of using Perfect Pearls: I bought a Ranger paint palette and put some of the Perfect Pearls powder in each section, and very carefully (otherwise it goes everywhere!) dropped some water into each, and mixed them with a cocktail stick. They dry into a solid in each section of the palette, and you can use them like regular watercolour pans. This is much easier than putting some powder on your work surface and adding water. It’s also very easy to refill the pans as they get used up. I also created a square printed acetate (designed on my desktop publisher and printed out) which I stuck inside the lid of the box. Each printed circle lines up with a pan underneath, and has the name of the colour. Another favourite technique is to mix some Perfect Pearls with water in a mini-mister and you’ve got instant DIY glimmer mist! No need to set with water afterwards either. I’ve used Perfect Pearls for many years and absolutely love them. They are one of the most versatile products on the market and you can get so many different effects with them, as you use them in different ways. So much fun, and the results are always stunning!

[@timh7246]

I recently asked a number of friends to give me their 4 fave colors in order, thinking I'd use the info for cards & other craft projects for them ... I mean, who doesn't appreciate a homemade card, esp when it features your fave colors, am I right? And these examples, especially the last one, will fit very nicely with that idea. Thanks for the great tips & demos! You're the best! btw, I laughed out loud at your serious look right at the camera, "Trust me, don't try this. Ask me how I know." In my mind's eye, I saw it all play out. But I laughed with you, not at you. ;-)

[@sherrihero9260]

Simon I love the idea that you come up with. Keep making the videos for us honey we just love them

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! So glad you enjoy the videos. :)

[@cindyrogers9099]

Good morning Simon! I'm like a crow. Anything shiny, I love it!

[@pennywarren2357]

Dudette here! Thank you for reminding me of these techniques & how easy & beautiful they are! I love them but forget to use them. You're the best!

[@KimH831]

So Simon, how do you know not to dump the perfect pearls on your work station? 🤣😂🤣😂 My favorite Simon moment ever! Your face said it all! 🤣😂🤣 Thanks for that! And thanks for all you share and create! I wish I was half as talented as you!

[@MsShanarun]

I liked the stencil card best because the technique is so versatile. All 3 are of course fabulous! Oh, and I wasn't really aware of the water color option! Nice. Plus, I forgot about the deckle paper cutter. Gonna have to take a look....

[@4BarbaraJ]

This was so fun to watch. I have Perfect Pearls that I haven’t used. Couldn’t even tell you how many years I’ve had them. Can’t wait to get them out. Thank you!

[@marthasaenz1851]

Same! I LOVE watching videos where they use supplies I already have and don't have to spend $$$

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! Have fun crafting Barbara!

[@winonhall7185]

I finally may try to use mine that I have had forever and didn't know what to do with them. You are an amazing crafter.

[@lynnj8353]

Iknow, I had forgotten about mine until Simon popped up with them

[@mrsdiaz86]

My favorite was the dots... Love the way the fading makes it look like a 3D globe. 😊❤️

[@angel511000]

i was thinking the same thing.

[@missscrapworkshop]

Loved the bubble stencil and the folk embossing folder ❤️❤️❤️

[@kathymcconnell6852]

Love that bubble wrap background! Nice technique with the foam blender!

[@Judy9248]

I have the perfect pearls for over 16 years and until today I didn't know how to set it, so I will be using them finally. Thanks for sharing.

[@SuperNinadee]

Love this video...My favorite is using the embossing folder...so cool!! I need to dust off my Perfect Pearls! Thanks Simon!!

[@rtd1791]

While I have Perfect Pearls, I prefer PearlEx. For whatever reason most card makers eschew fixatives, but I don’t mind adding a fixative to PearlEx. I also use epoxy & polymer clays, resin, and acrylic mediums. PearlEx plays well with all of those while the binder in Perfect Pearls sometimes has a funky reaction. One of my favorite techniques with mica powders is to mix it with a little acrylic glazing liquid. I then use it to color over solid black stamping. Like Simon said mica powders have more opacity than watercolors and dye inks so paint made with it have great coverage. I use this technique to add shimmer to holiday greetings almost every year. Also great for illuminated letters. My favorite card was the one with Christmas ornaments. I also liked the one made with the folk art embossing folder. I’d like to see that EF used with stamping foam.

[@simon.hurley]

That’s so awesome! Glad you are able to get amazing results with PearlEx. :)

[@louisamochizuki9432]

My favorite card is #2. I love the background you created with the circle stencil 🥰😊. The flower and curved sentiment is the perfect accent.

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Thank you, Simon! I've only ever heard people refer to Perfect Pearls, but, never a demo--that I felt attracted to click on, anyway. Super cool!

[@janetshaffer423]

I love your ornament set that looks like old-fashioned blown-glass! I am so thankful you have no background music! So easy to hear you!

[@dorothyjohnson253]

I liked all of them, but those ornaments are banging...definitely my favorite!

[@raceandrodeo]

The last one is a fav- With Perfect Pearls, you get a lot of bang for your buck! Good job, Simon!

[@tammymoore5392]

Loved the ornaments card. Have this powder and didn’t know how to use them. Loved your video. Learned how to use and to water set.

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! So glad this video helped!

[@saracampbell2891]

You made beautiful potential card fronts. Thanks for sharing. I'm glad you reminded me that using Perfect Pearls has stunning results, yet they are so inexpensive.

[@sandypalmer3549]

I have owned perfect pearls for years and never knew how to use them. Thank you for the tutorial on how to use them

[@janettetippetts7942]

I loved the single flower from the beginning and the embossing folder at the end the most! Thank you for sharing!

[@bjsmoker]

I have had the Perfect Pearls for several years and have done very little with them. I loved this video and look forward to trying these techniques very soon! Thanks for sharing!

[@bethfralix]

Simon, LOVED THIS VIDEO!! I didn’t realise that Perfect Pearls could be used so many FABULOUS WAYS!! I can’t wait to play with Your Ornament Stamp that I have & try the technique that you showed! I plan on trying ALL the FANTASTIC TECHNIQUES showed! God Bless & the Love of Christ to you & yours!!

[@CouzCat]

Thanks for reminding me of an oldie but goodie! Perfect Pearls give such lovely results & are so inexpensive. One other tool that is helpful for more detailed work is the VersaMark pen

[@sherylwilliams1530]

Thanks for the ideas on how to use the perfect pearls I have and wasn’t sure what to . I will have to check my colors and may need more. All samples were great! The 3D folder was awesome!

[@carolmcgee5851]

They were all beautiful but my favorite was the embossing folder project!

[@angelawindham6641]

Loved all three techniques but yhe embossing folder was my favorite. Best demo of Perfect Pearls I've seen.

[@annarodgers3385]

I think I will just go get my Perfect Pearls out now! Thanks Simon, for letting me off the hook on house cleaning today 😜

[@simon.hurley]

Lol! Glad to get you out of cleaning. Happy crafting ;)

[@lisatolen4208]

Thanks Simon. Perfect Pearls are really a hidden gem. They’ve been around forever. Such a big punch of color and shine and easy to use.

[@jackiedowler8448]

Thank you for showing ALL the techniques!! Now I can use the Perfect Pearls to their full extent!! And SO many colors to choose from!! FUN!! LOL

[@nicolecole454]

Thank you Simon never knew what to do with my perfect pearls. Now I know where to begin.

[@kimcondas]

Hi, Simon-I’ve used Perfect Pearls since they were released eons ago. Your video is the best I’ve seen for using them. Now I have to find mine. Thank you. I so enjoy your style and your videos.

[@rhondakennedy819]

Hello. Love the last 2 cards. Thank you for all the tips & tricks. Be safe out there people. Love to all

[@jeannetteburnett1457]

I think I like the Christmas ornaments the best, everything you do is wonderful.

[@camilleanzelmo6275]

Thanks for showing how to use perfect pearls. I’ve had them for years but never use them. I have to try these techniques. Thanks Simon

[@tammycottrill6572]

My favorite was the last one with the embossing folder. I used Perfect Pearls years ago, but the instructor did not know (or did not teach us) that water set the pearls! I've always used a fixative spray at the end. I believe I will be using the PP more, now that I know to use the water. Thank you!

[@juneharvey4069]

Great cards. but my favorite is the embossed card. Want to try. TFS.

[@rochellenowik9875]

I liked the dots and the embossing folder. Time to get the Perfect Pearls out again.

[@saraparker184]

i got a bunch of these pearls in a estate sale. so glad you showed me how to use them!

[@Bee-Kind-Baker]

Never used Perfect Pearls. I love it!! Thank you

[@SnigDig]

Love all three, but I never thought to play with 3D embossing folders and PP. Thanks Simon!

[@laurabush9812]

The first card was my favorite, but I’m eager to try all three techniques!

[@patriciamiller1916]

I have two colors didn’t know what they were!! Now I do!! Love your teaching..thank you!

[@blackitten2]

My favorite was the embossed one. They are all beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@JoySibley-l4t]

This is great - so informative! I love that you list ALL of the supplies!❤

[@lynnj8353]

I think I like the last most purely because it is one I havn't tried before, thats next on my list. Thank you the inspiration.

[@MaryPennington-z3b]

I had Perfect Pearl's but never knew how to use them. Thank you Simon Hurley

[@bonniekrogman4604]

Beautiful card fronts! Thank you for the ideas! Now I need perfect pearls!!

[@mandydehoog2708]

Hi Simon. My fav is the 1st one you created. I have to be honest. When I started making cards 25 years ago, perfect pearls was one of my 1st purchases. They are still in their original packages. Never used them. But thank you Simon, now I really want to try them now. Sure hope they still work. ❤️🇨🇦

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! Pull them out an start crafting. You are gonna be so amazed by the results. :)

[@rachelhall4784]

*** ask me how I know *** LOL Love it! I'm excited to use the ornament set like this. I bought your set late in the season last year and haven't used it yet.

[@kounselspirit23]

I will most certainly get the perfect pearls colors! Your cards were creative and i can imagine using that medium with other embellishments.

[@ginahowe2645]

I loved them all but the stencil technique really intrigued me. Time to dig out my Perfect Pearls.

[@LesleyTaylor101]

I LOVED the first card and the way to use stencils with Perfect Pearls. Brilliant.

[@bette-annflood835]

Well. Now I finally know how to use them. I bought them years ago at a scrapbook show in Novi Michigan.

[@susanditz5482]

The first card and the last are tied for my favorites.

[@conniepyle904]

Thank you for a great video! I have had this pack of Perfect Pearls for a while now and really didn't know how to use them. Your video showed me the basics of using them. I love the effect it has on the cards and I love all of the cards that you created. Thank you very much for your time.

[@kimberlydeamer208]

Love this! The embossing folder is a great idea!

[@jandonald8148]

Wow absolutely beautiful, thank you so much. Such a polite man.

[@maryhano1966]

Love the stenciled card front but favorite has to be the ornaments!

[@lisaraethel3974]

Hey Simon, I have been looking at my perfect pearls wondering how to use them. Today I know. I loved the stencil method the most. But as for Fussy Cutting - NOPE! That's what my scan and cut machine is for. Thanks for the techniques! You are helping me (or should I say - ENABLING me) to use the beautiful products that I have bought.

[@francesbartholomew8057]

I've never used Perfect Pearls but will have to get some now. Your cards are beautiful!

[@speedcatbeth]

I've been thinking I needed to get my Perfect Pearls out again!

[@jenniferjones5516]

I liked them all. Do have Perfect Pearls, now I know how to use them. Thanks Simon

[@jeanietesta]

I just got mine in. Thank God there's a video... thanks Simon

[@lauriehallman8034]

This is an awesome way to use Perfect Pearls. Thanks for all your tips!

[@skunnavatana9407]

Love a new way to use my embossing folders. Thank you.

[@kathybrenneman1868]

Hi Simon, Can't say I have a favorite video because I liked them all. I love working with Perfect Pearl's. They create a beautiful effect. Thanks for sharing.

[@janetbatteas4290]

I love the embossing folder technique.

[@samrcat4077]

Love my perfect pearls. Thanks for bringing them back again❤️

[@juliewurf7506]

I love the one with the stencil - but just seeing your PP technique was very helpful. I don't have many - but now I might attempt to use them. I laughed when I saw your scissors - I have the same ones. Except they are 17 years old and the handles look battered, bruised .... And much loved. They have also never been sharpened

[@lindavinson1273]

Perfect Pearls are so neat. I think the last video you did inspired me to purchase some. Now I need to use them. I think doing your baubles would be fun to work on. Thanks for your inspiration! 🥰

[@estellegallegos4235]

Simon, I love to watch your videos! You are such a wonderful creative young man!

[@cfluto]

Wow, the embossing folder is especially stunning!!!

[@Rios3021]

Thank you for showing how to use perfect pearls!!!

[@jenniferbarela8793]

I liked them. I bought a set of perfect pearls that I have never used. Now I feel confident I can use them. Thank you.

[@ladytame1130]

Loved learning about all the ways to use the powders. Great job

[@chookie]

Loved them all but the embossing one is my favourite one x

[@lindapino8862]

Simon... l enjoy watching you I've learned a lot from you.... stay safe and healthy....🦋💜

[@kathyharner1425]

Hi Simon! Great techniques and inspires me to get out those jars and use them! I liked the embossing folder best since I have so many of them. I can see making many cards with this technique! Thanks!

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! That’s so awesome. Happy crafting Kathy!

[@barbaraeklund4822]

loved the embossed card with versamark. I forgot about that technique. Inspired!

[@kareneaton433]

I love the dimensional look you achieved using the stencil and fading out the Perfect Pearls. Other cards are beautiful too, I love using Perfect Pearls for splatters, I appreciate you showing other uses.

[@j.m.v.k.7684]

So glad you did this video Simon, I've got a basket full of pearls..haven't used n years..im excited to get them out now!! Your cards are beautiful! Thanks

[@treneedemeke2431]

I love your tutorials. I appreciate how you incorporate the names of the products you use. I have been wondering about your drying tool. Thanks for saying the brand!

[@jeaninerasmusen4031]

Perfect pearls was one of products I bought when I first started card making a few years ago, but hardly used them, so thank you for showing us some different techniques, great for christmas cards. I will try them out tonight.

[@dorasanchez5075]

Hello Janine Add a little water and Perfect Pearl's in a mini spray and use it on your cardstock. You'll see the pretty subtle glitter on it.

[@jeaninerasmusen4031]

@@dorasanchez5075 thanks will try that and have some fun.

[@kdub908]

Loved all of them, but really loved the embossed one. Thank you for sharing x

[@bethanmartha]

The embossed panel is absolutely stunning!

[@kimgrimes632]

Love, love, love that last card!

[@Emilie19614]

Never thiurght about using them with embossing folders. Thanks great video!

[@darlenegreen1089]

AMAZING!! I've had perfect pearls for ever and I've only seen a couple videos on them. one of them was from Jennifer McGuire that I loved. But Simon, you blew this out of the park!

[@linneaterranova9896]

I really appreciate this video. I have struggled to know how to work with my perfect pearls so NOW I have direction! I really loved your Christmas card. So lovely.

[@simon.hurley]

Yay! Have fun with them Linnea!

[@susannelson5232]

I have always wanted to experiment with Perfect Pearls and now you have given me a lot of inspiration to do so. I love all of the projects you just did.