This One Trick Changed The Way I Glazed My Beads - How To Make Your Own Custom Mica Glazes

[@below90hz]

I was researching mica powder for a project I'm planning, and came across your vid. So glad i did. I especially enjoyed "scoopity scoop scoop" and your happiness when seeing the colors first mixed. You seem like a real nice human being to be around, thank you for sharing a little of yourself with us.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thank you so much for your lovely comments! They have made my day ♥️

[@lzrd8460]

I really like the idea of using plain paper then glazing them with gorgeous colours. I live in Europe and just googled the French Decopatch…it’s sold online in my country so I will order some and mix with micro powders I have bought online ( eBay I think. It was a while ago!) The description of Decopatch is that it gives a ‘satin’ finish. I’m wondering since it isn’t as glossy as Triple Thick, if my beads will turn out as shiny as yours?🤔🤔🤔. Would you happen to know? I’m so glad this video came up in my feed because I bought a lot of powders a few years ago, thinking I would make spray ones to use in my projects, but never did. TFS, xx

[@VP-kr2vd]

You can also use inexpensive eyeshadow pallets instead of mica. They aren't 100% mica but they get the job done. Of course, using products like pearl ex will give you a much more vibrant color.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Absolutely, a great way to use up things you won’t use in your house

[@annhopy2220]

Thank you for this tut. I'm in California, USA, went to Amazon and found the Mica (one you show) $18.99, not at all bad. Now I can color my OH sooo many blanks, properly.

[@SqueakerChimp]

So glad the powders are easy to get in other countries x

[@charmainebruce9867]

I should of read all of the cooments below I went on Amazon and found the set I was so excited. Your videos are so educational and it gives me additional twist to my beads my making a custom glaze. Keep making the videos. Thanks

[@RisingPhoenixCreations]

I love this tutorial. Its fantastic. I got these too and the arteza as well. I love the arteza. Thry have a set of 35 and 60. Yes pricey but last forever. You've really gone into depth in this and I love it!!! I love the accent I'm England too..Wiltshire but northern Irish based

[@violetflame88]

Thank you for this video! I have a lot of mica powders that I need to use! I use to use the on the surface of my polymer clay tiles for a metallic look but haven't done that for awhile. Still tempted at that lovely big box though :). The glazes are lovely.

[@cathyivers1590]

You videos are so educational and so easy to follow 💕

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thank you Cathy! So glad you found them helpful

[@passerineblue]

These are also available at the US Amazon store for $17, with a coupon for $2 reducing it to $15. Glad I saw this. I wonder if you could make alcohol inks with this method. Thank you.

[@SqueakerChimp]

I have another tutorial in which I make spray alcohol inks

[@rachelcamm4990]

Brilliant idea!!

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thank you, it's my favourite way to glaze now

[@ellec1569]

What have you used to create the flower accent on the bead? 16:04-16:15

[@SqueakerChimp]

I burnt them in with a pyro pen 🤣

[@ellec1569]

I love it.. It's very pretty! Thank you so much for responding.

[@earthmombooks]

This was a very fun and informative video - thanks! LOVE the colors!

[@SqueakerChimp]

Do have a go and share your results in the group xxxxx

[@wease4824]

What a great idea!!!! Thank you.

[@myway2653]

Ummmm I wonder if slimmer eye shadow would have the same effect?

[@SqueakerChimp]

Have a go! I love experimenting

[@lzrd8460]

Can I use regular hardware varnish & mix in my micro powders? My varnish is ‘glossy’. That’s what I have now so I’d like to use what I have. Thanks.🥰

[@SqueakerChimp]

Give it a try, you never know what might work - it’s exciting to experiment

[@lzrd8460]

I see this video is four years old so I just wanted to mention that you can get micro-powders from temu much cheaper now.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Yes good shout, not a fan of Temu myself, prefer AliExpress.

[@anjanowackadeklopp761]

Thank you for sharing.

[@KamalaWhitaker]

Thank you for your videos, they are really awsome and informative! I am curious, if you put the lid back on the little jar will it keep your glue/glaze + mica powder mix wet for use another day or does it dry in the little jar? That would be a great way to preserve your mix to be used elsewhere.

[@SqueakerChimp]

You are very welcome and thank you for your lovely comments. I replaced the lids and it kept the glazes useable for several months which was great. Plus they were in small batches so minimal waste.

[@charmedlife7758]

Excellent!

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thank you glad you found it useful

[@senkabobovcan2356]

Hopefully i can do it ,try ........😊

[@SqueakerChimp]

I am sure you can, it is fun to experiment

[@barbarawood1144]

Thank u for your videos. They're so informative. Do u dip your beads in anything to seal them before u color? I dip mine in wood petrifier to seal them inside and out before I glaze. I was just wondering if it would affect the colors.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Hi, so pleased you like the videos. I do sometimes dip in a wood petrifier but I would do this first before glazing. If you dip after glazing it will react and it could alter your glaze.

[@barbarawood1144]

@@SqueakerChimp thank u!

[@carolouimet2851]

Zoe may i ask were you to them little pots or whatever you call them at ty can't wait to try this

[@SqueakerChimp]

I think I got them on eBay- search lip balm pots

[@carolouimet2851]

@@SqueakerChimp ty so much Zoe my pots came in today and am ready to go but may i ask you on that round bead did you use card stock and how many strips did you use i didnt know what size the paper you use was

[@SqueakerChimp]

@@carolouimet2851 I honestly can’t remember Carol 😂🤭 I have a memory like a sieve for these things

[@carolouimet2851]

@@SqueakerChimp i will figure it out can't wait to start playing with them

[@SqueakerChimp]

@@carolouimet2851 figuring it out is always so much fun

[@wendymaddock7705]

Just found the mica powder can what to play with t

[@senkabobovcan2356]

❤ i beautiful work , i love 💞 it and definitely ry to do . I just didn't get what did you put first in the small container to mix with powder, please let me know. Thank you 🙏

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thank you for watching, I put a normal glaze in the pots - I use vallejo polyacrylic

[@wildjane2010]

That’s what I needed to ask. Thanks

[@Lisa_G3]

Love all your videos. Thanks for all your tips.

[@SqueakerChimp]

My pleasure thank you for watching x

[@christinecrow1410]

You should always wear a mask when using mica powders. And have plenty ventilation. Just letting you know. Thank you for your video.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Yes absolutely but when doing a video I'm not sure anyone would understand me with a mask over my face.

[@charmainebruce9867]

I ordered a set of mica powders it did not have the name of the colors on it, I was so disappointed and it did not come with the little scooper it was a set of 12 colors, from Amazon. I like the set you are using.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Oh that’s a shame. Mine had 50 in so a different set. Maybe have another look. I do love mine!

[@matthewdennison9827]

Can one use mica power for uv resins? Where it takes a uv light or sunlight I don't know if the light can pass through enough to cure the uv resins.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Yes you can but I would make sure they are opaque, I’ve tried to make a dark pigments in UV resin and the light would not penetrate.

[@shellywebb1789]

Your funny love the colors that the mica turns the beads into!!

[@SqueakerChimp]

Thanks Shelly xxx

[@jrosario4831]

Thank u for sharing. Do u have a prefer brand of glaze to use as a base?

[@SqueakerChimp]

I like decoart triple thick x

[@patbarnard5218]

How long do the mixed glazes last for in the pots

[@SqueakerChimp]

Good question. If you have a pot with a tight lid, a long time. You could put a bit of plastic on the top before you screw it down. I try to make small batches so I don’t waste anything

[@patbarnard5218]

Thank you very much

[@myway2653]

Cool

[@sharondiaz6245]

Video is great. Loved it. Thank you for making it.. Just a FYI, try to make sure you stay in frame while recording. Parts of what you were doing were off screen.

[@SqueakerChimp]

I am trying, I'm an expert crafter but very much an amateur at filming myself 😂

[@sumachy]

Just note that triple thick does tend to yellow after a while

[@SqueakerChimp]

I've got beads that's are 6 or 7 years old and not noticed any yellowing but will keep it in mind thanks

[@ami_vlogzz]

ty for the tips! I love ur vids why your coughing?!

[@SqueakerChimp]

Asthma

[@laurabutler6253]

Be very careful! Breathing that is hazardous. I wear a mask and try not to get it anywhere but on the project and then serious clean up afterwards.

[@SqueakerChimp]

Absolutely

[@PetroicaRodinogaster264]

It annoys the heck out of me that Britain and England think they are the only 2 countries on the planet.

[@SqueakerChimp]

I don’t think so, I am very aware of other countries thank you.

[@suesharp4004]

When you are TRYING TO SHOW HOW DO A PROJECT, please don't STAY away from t e camera. I would like to see so I can learn what you are trying to teach. Please

[@SqueakerChimp]

My apologies, I am not a professional camera person or broadcaster and sometimes I go off camera without realising it. But thank you for your feedback, it really makes me want to keep sharing my skills with others for free.