Top 5 Papers for the Gelli Arts™ Plate

[@MaryPrasadArt]

I'm not sure if anyone mentioned this, but the Daiso papers (calligraphy/rice in your video) are dollar store buys. If you have a Daiso store near you, it's probably $1.25 to $1.50 a pack. They do have an online store but I believe you need to order 10 at a time. Thanks for the info!

[@brigitteshantieaglemeare4350]

I used to lead a woman's shelter and were in contact with nuns who gifted me stacks of papers which I now think are vintage onion skin. I did not know what I had at that time. I used them up with eco printing and rust designs. Thanks for this helpful little workshop Robyn

[@RobynMcClendon]

Oh wow! I'm glad you put them to good use, I know you must have gotten some yummy results with the onion skin!

[@brigitteshantieaglemeare4350]

@@RobynMcClendon that's right, the eco dye worked like a treat

[@tsrmovies822]

These short workshops are fantastic. I love all your content but adding in these shorter ones is genius.

[@pamelafickesmiller4368]

Glassine paper is a nice discovery. I have a case from when I was shipping photos. Great news. I live your book with reference video. You are a great instructor.

[@cathykodra3169]

Onion skin! I will try this.

[@bethreese8627]

I like sketch weight paper for printing/collaging a lot. Also, I have a lot of packages of scrapbook printed papers. There are always some I don't like, so I print over them. The paper is nice quality. Sometimes I completely cover the image on the paper, sometimes I layer over it and can still see some of the design underneath. Some of them are white on the back, so I use that side. So no risk in printing on them since I wasn't fond of the paper in the first place.

[@amherst88]

Thanks Robyn -- for what it's worth I often use the 5x7 plate with 8 1/2 x 11 paper cut in half -- especially great for experimenting.

[@debbielewis6243]

What a great idea! A quick 10 minute workshop! Thank you!

[@apaxicana]

It's good to have a video source just on paper to use on the geli plate. As always, thanks!💫

[@dianeg.5468]

Great info, Robyn - TY! I also find that deli paper works great too - it grabs paint really well and creates a gorgeous vintage crinkled look. A box of 500 sheets goes for < $15.

[@sameaston9587]

Onion Skin. It's exciting to learn about mono printmaking

[@Sunflower-rx8rf]

Ooooo…..I haven’t seen onion skin paper in decades! Glad you presented it! And the glassine….ok, and the calligraphy paper. Ok, thank you for all of it…! In the wild wide world of paper, this was very helpful in narrowing down prospects. 🌺

[@RobynMcClendon]

You are so welcome! I agree there is a lot out there, I'm glad I could help narrow things down a bit :)

[@mindyfitterman5844]

I just realized I missed this video. Thank you for this series! Onion skin

[@deborahruth5072]

Onion skin. I am binge watching your stuff from the last year. I was inspired to get my gel plates out today and just play. Thank you for all the videos. ❤

[@RobynMcClendon]

Wow Yay! I'm so glad you were inspired. I hope you enjoyed your session and thank you for commenting ☺

[@paulaogier4685]

Hi Robyn! Thanks for this video (and for your other ones, too). This inspired me to buy the package of glassine paper and to make 12" x 14" gel plate prints. I typically use my gel prints to collage on wood panel, and I'm curious whether the glassine ends up being as see-through as deli paper once glued down. Also, since it tends to wrinkle on the gel plate, does it also tend to wrinkle when gluing down? Thanks again. Paula

[@annelise8014]

Excellent info!

[@TMPaine79]

Thank you for making this and adding the links. Most of these papers have more then one use so they're worth buying.. to me anyway 🙂 I wouldn't have thought to look for onion skin paper.. thanks a bunch

[@RobynMcClendon]

You are so welcome!

[@tinavera2476]

Oh maybe you could do a quick follow up with a "pull" using each type of paper. That would be great since I'm not sure which would be the best. Though I'm leaning toward the glassine.

[@missdeesaccount]

Onion skin! Love you.

[@RobynMcClendon]

I don't use DELI paper to gelli print due to the waxy finish that prevents it from gluing down well when collaging! 😆 SHOP PAPERS ⬇️⬇️ Copy Paper (More expensive than the standard but VERY good quality) amzn.to/3vWkXTk Calligraphy Paper amzn.to/3tLSLzN Glassine Paper amzn.to/3sZAOhR Archival Tissue Paper White amzn.to/3Kwgfj1 Kraft amzn.to/3CwgYOe The vintage ephemera I usually source from thrift stores but here are some new alternatives: Graph Paper amzn.to/37pjJFX Column Paper amzn.to/3CvpUDH Ledger Book amzn.to/35RFhdA Onion Skin www.thepapermillstore.com/fidelity-onion-skin-white-paper-8-1-2-x-11-in-10-lb-bond-smooth-100-per-package.html

[@cynthiajean8419]

How do I glue glassine onto a previous acrylic abstract on canvas? Love all your info! Thank you!

[@kcollinsart]

This was great. I would love to see examples of prints on the different papers, also. Thank you. 😊

[@dinieherbert]

Onion skin, I need to get some. Thank you Robyn.

[@heatherstalter5487]

onion skin :) thank you so much Robyn! :)

[@dominiquemaclellan1786]

Hi Robyn. In the book, which I am loving thank you, you have made a large journal using handmade papers. It looks wonderful and I am wondering which paper that you used for that? It takes paint beautifully and id like to try all your techniques once I’ve made a similar book. Can you help? Many thanks for you generosity and skill!!

[@evetei]

Great series, thank you, Robyn!

[@renig5059]

Loved the little Robyn pop up 🤩

[@RobynMcClendon]

lol My video editor is having a lot of fun, It was a cute surprise for me too!

[@eughtinamccammonpanzio5465]

Thank you♥️🙏🏾

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

Onion skin! Just letting you know I watch all your videos through to the end! This one was really helpful. I’m gearing up for a gelli printing session. I seem to take over the while kitchen when I do one so it isn’t something I do spontaneously during my regular at sessions. Lol

[@RobynMcClendon]

Lol understandable! I'm always spread out myself. The life of an artist right!? I appreciate your support 😊

[@dmw3649]

Onion paper! Thanks so much for sharing. I'm new (don't even have a plate yet) but super excited to get started!

[@ginnybrunson8134]

Onion skin! What great info!

[@RobynMcClendon]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to comment 😆

[@Kathymorganhartz]

Oh, Thank you a source for onion skin paper!! I also enjoy using the calligraphy paper.

[@RobynMcClendon]

You are so welcome!

[@cherylbaharally3208]

I haven't tried onion skin paper on the Geli plate, but I love tissue paper as well and I too don't like deli paper for the same reason as you, Robyn.

[@ninetiesperson7980]

Thank you. A couple of options I hadn't considered there and made me think of some more - kraft paper and packaging paper.

[@GenieGeerArtyology]

Onion skin. Glassine looks interesting. Great series, thanks!

[@RobynMcClendon]

You should give it a try! Let me know what you think 😆

[@msperreault8150]

Onion skin paper... love it! Thank you Robyn

[@sandrift]

Onion skin! Haven’t seen or thought about it for decades but I recall my mom having some in her home office - I’ll have to ask if it was just for the typewriter or something else.

[@angieeggleston2970]

New to gelli ❤️thank you for all the information! Onion paper

[@el8edgirl]

Very informative! Thank you for supplying the links!

[@yvonnebeaulieu1702]

Onion Skin! Thank you, always get great results with your choices

[@barbaracabrera207]

Great video. Thank you. Austin,TX USA

[@RobynMcClendon]

Thanks for watching! 💖

[@shelleynobleart]

Thank you! Onion skin!!

[@RobynMcClendon]

You are so welcome! 🥳

[@jjjoy7887]

Love your videos - want to try onion skin!

[@henriette9969]

Wow, you showed a lot of awesome papers. I was already experimeting with some different papers I have. Thank you so much for sharing, stay safe and have a wonderful day😍❤

[@summerrobertson3595]

This is great! Which paper 'disappears' the most when collaged leaving only the stencilled or stamped part showing? Tissue, tracing, deli etc. Does this make sense? Also, Do you rinse your ink tray after each intuitive writing session or just let it dry? If the second option, does the dried stuff interfere with new India ink you pour in? Thanks so much for all your teaching. You have revolutionized my art!!!!

[@RobynMcClendon]

Aww thank you! I appreciate your kind words. Tissue paper is my top choice for papers that disappear in collaging....tracing paper would be second! I don't personally use deli paper for gelli printing due to the waxy finish & the fact that it doesn't glue down as well when collaging. I would recommend Glassine in place of deli paper as a similar alternative. & as far as the ink goes I do not rinse my ink tray! I use a porcelain ink tray because when the ink dries I can peel it up and save the ink and use it again later by rehydrating it with a couple of drops of water! :)

[@tinavera2476]

Thank you! Such a great video. Short ,to the point, and full of info. I just found you, instant subscribe!

[@judithclendenning4146]

Would you share with me how to use glassine paper for collage papers. Thank you.. have been enjoying your tutorials…valuable information thank you in advanced!!!!!

[@joycemccullough7856]

Very informative! Thanks so much for sharing your expertise!!!💞

[@tiffhop3544]

❤❤Onion Skin..Wonderful video!! You have had me hoarding my thrift store find of onion skin paper for years..lol😍..but I tell you it has been years since I have come across any at the thrift stores..but my new love may be calligraphy paper it just prints so yummy and I get the huge sheets from Amazon❤❤..As always Thank You🤗🤗😘

[@RobynMcClendon]

Same here! The onion skin has become a rare commodity. & Yes the calligraphy paper is so good! Thank you for taking the time to comment. :)

[@megmckernan]

Onion skin :) Your videos are amazing! 🤩

[@RobynMcClendon]

Thank you! 🤗

[@marywarren1209]

I think onion skin is a sensual and sexy paper to use! Going to scour the rummage sales this summer for some. Love your videos.

[@RobynMcClendon]

I hope you score big!

[@lawrencediggs7957]

Thanks. Great video. Very informative.

[@sandyfranklin1123]

I got some of the calligraphy paper but found that it tears easily on the gel plate. I’m not sure if it was the same brand as yours.

[@paperlaceandsome9067]

Very informative thank you Robyn , very new to Gelli printing popped over from frolys to sub so glad I did , going to work my way back on your Vids 💋👍 Debs xx

[@RobynMcClendon]

Welcome to the community! Froyle is awesome. 🤩 So glad to have you here & thank you so much for commenting, let me know if you have any questions as you begin your journey!

[@tomasinaconti4140]

I woke up thinking, I wonder if I can you gelli print with a momigami paper that has no oil or lotion? Been searching your videos cause you are the best ! Have you done this and will the momigami paper just get stuck to the plate in bits and pieces?

[@samellows1865]

Thank you. Very informative.

[@RobynMcClendon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cathleenconnellperkins804]

This was very valuable information, especially for folks who are newer to your work. AS always a JOY to be with you. Thanks SO much. I just ordered glassine paper to try it. How does it differ from deli paper? Have a great week!❤️

[@kifikifi440]

Robyn, do you print on the calligraphy paper in your inkjet printer, like for your printables? if so, a how-to video would be great - or is there already one you've made? Thanks for all your wonderful instruction & hard work.

[@cathrinsamuelsson1691]

Onion skin 💙

[@dkalisd]

So useful!!

[@dinabaughman8731]

Interested in using hello prints for cards.

[@youtubechannel9190]

As usual, you're right on the mark! Just got my glassine paper. You are right, it is very strong. I've been experimenting gel printing on it. I noticed that one side seems a little glossier than the other. Any suggestions on which side to pull the print? I am also a Robyn and strongly considered archeology when I was in college, so I am very excited about your methodology. I've only recently discovered you, but I am watching and liking as many videos as time permits. I love that you think outside the box. You go girl!!!!

[@cathleenconnellperkins804]

Hi, I am certain Robyn has advised to print on the glossy side. I finally just ordered my glassine! She uses it so much plus I do love that Calligriphy paper, what a bargain!!💗

[@youtubechannel9190]

@@cathleenconnellperkins804 Thanks

[@carolpearce1328]

I followed your Amazon shop. Once I leave your shop and do other shopping on Amazon, how to I get back to it? I follow other shops but can never find them again. HELP?

[@janasher4940]

I use my 12x12 DSP from pads that I didn't get inspired by. I never use copy paper. It warps so bad. I want to cover books or journals or put on a collage painting with these materials and the really thin/cheap paper will warp so bad that I get p***ed trying to work with it and mold it into my projects. If I am doing fresh prints that I will use later, I do at least 65lb index paper. It can withstand the moisture.

[@nangustafson8110]

Great tips. Missing link for the tissue papers that are archival. The others papers are listed in your Amazon shop. TFS onion skin

[@KathyHilger]

Onion skin! 😊

[@alicenwonderland5505]

Have you worked with deli paper? You are the best. I love your style and your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your techniques with us.

[@RobynMcClendon]

Thank you so much! I haven't used deli paper in years for gelli printing due to the waxy finish & the fact that it doesn't glue down as well when collaging. I think it had a moment as a trend but I prefer glassine paper as an alternative :)

[@alicenwonderland5505]

@@RobynMcClendon Oh, So that’s why: that’s good to know:

[@kogakidragon9909]

I see many videos that use deli paper and you haven’t included them, why? Thanks

[@MsArtistwannabe]

Thank you.

[@RobynMcClendon]

My pleasure!

[@LonaLee]

Onion skin 👌

[@ant11368]

Copy paper keeps wrinkling on me but not every time. I don’t think I’m loading the plate too much. Any one has a suggestion on what to do?

[@janasher4940]

I had no idea I could use tissue papers to gelli with.

[@juliecranford534]

Onion skin!

[@edwin_art_studio414]

That's awesome

[@RobynMcClendon]

Thank you!

[@karenburns963]

Thanks for the video Robyn. I am having a terrible time gluing the glassine paper. It totally wrinkles. ANy ideas?

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

I wish you had put links to these papers so we can go get them.

[@RobynMcClendon]

😆 Here you go! Glassine Paper amzn.to/3sZAOhR Archival Tissue Paper White amzn.to/3Kwgfj1 Kraft amzn.to/3CwgYOe The vintage ephemera I usually source from thrift stores but here are some new alternatives: Graph Paper amzn.to/37pjJFX Column Paper amzn.to/3CvpUDH Ledger Book amzn.to/35RFhdA Onion Skin www.thepapermillstore.com/fidelity-onion-skin-white-paper-8-1-2-x-11-in-10-lb-bond-smooth-100-per-package.html

[@rozlynwarren9117]

Onion Skin Source! Score!!!

[@sheilamallow6038]

Onion skin, 4:18 central time Thanks

[@suziqu23]

Thanks so much Robyn! Where do we see the links for these papers? 👏

[@RobynMcClendon]

In the description under the video...Thx! :)

[@sandyfranklin1123]

Is there a “right/wrong” side to the glassine paper?

[@RobynMcClendon]

Either side works just as well and take the paint the same 🤗

[@youtubechannel9190]

Very informative video! Could you provide links for paper selections #3-6 please. I checked your Amazon choices and did not find them mentioned. Thank you 😊

[@RobynMcClendon]

Yes!😆 Glassine Paper amzn.to/3sZAOhR Archival Tissue Paper White amzn.to/3Kwgfj1 Kraft amzn.to/3CwgYOe The vintage ephemera I usually source from thrift stores but here are some new alternatives: Graph Paper amzn.to/37pjJFX Column Paper amzn.to/3CvpUDH Ledger Book amzn.to/35RFhdA Onion Skin www.thepapermillstore.com/fidelity-onion-skin-white-paper-8-1-2-x-11-in-10-lb-bond-smooth-100-per-package.html

[@youtubechannel9190]

@@RobynMcClendon Thank you so much!

[@kerrigrover777]

Onion skin

[@kathyellis8263]

Onion skin!!!

[@RobynMcClendon]

🤗✨

[@perlagaffney4776]

Onion skin 🤗

[@RobynMcClendon]

🤩🤩

[@amyvetter1830]

I remember years ago passing up onion skin at garage sales, :(

[@RobynMcClendon]

🥲 I understand your pain. As the saying goes "You never regret your extravagances, only your economies"

[@ace49722]

when printing with the glassine, do you put the shiny side to the plate or the dull side?

[@lauragreggain7767]

I bought a set of Japanese calligraphy papers and they seem to have a plasticy back side.. do yours? ….these do not work on the plate they stick to the plate and tear. I can’t use the links in the videos because I live in Canada. Weird hey

[@beverlyhayshouston2770]

Use the slick side.

[@tonimcglasker6212]

Onion skin. I do know the difference between vintage and new style onion skin paper. Do you know of any tissue paper on which you can print without it jamming up your laser printer and it still disappears when you glue it down?

[@RobynMcClendon]

The only way I know of feeding tissue paper through a printer is to adhere it to a piece of copier paper with reposition glue or tapping the edges. Any paper under, I want to say, 18 GSM (Weight), will not feed smoothly through a printer!

[@tonimcglasker6212]

@@RobynMcClendon Thanks for the specific paper weight information!

[@lindarubenfeld9783]

Robyn- when I use tissue on my gelliplate, its very hard to peel the paper off without tearing it. Do I have to buy more expensive tissue to solve this problem?

[@RobynMcClendon]

Hi Linda! I recommend the Archival Tissue paper. It is linked in the description. The trick to using tissue paper is pulling thin layers. In my experience when there is too much paint on the plate i.e. too much moisture the tissue paper will absorb that moisture and tear. Archival tissue paper is used for storing and protecting historical documents or artworks. It's acid free and designed to not degrade easily. This type of tissue paper will hold up much better on the gelli plate™

[@deborahthompson3847]

Deli paper?

[@RobynMcClendon]

I don't use deli paper for gelli printing anymore. The waxy finish doesn't make it suitable for collaging :)

[@XenobiaF]

Sometimes I use tracing paper. It reminds me of onion skin paper and it’s inexpensive.

[@RobynMcClendon]

Indeed! I good alternative :)

[@111cosmogirl]

Onion skin, found a pack at the thrift store for 50 cents

[@RobynMcClendon]

SCORE! 🤩 It's find like this that fuel my love for thrifting!

[@saundrabrake8969]

I don’t see any link for these papers.

[@831Miranda]

Hi, to the right of the video tittle on the screen you will find a 'down arrow' by clicking on that arrow you will open the 'information' area for the video. You should find a link to Robyn McClendon's shop on Amazon.

[@RobynMcClendon]

Thank you for these detailed instructions!

[@RobynMcClendon]

Here is a detailed list as well. Glassine Paper amzn.to/3sZAOhR Archival Tissue Paper White amzn.to/3Kwgfj1 Kraft amzn.to/3CwgYOe The vintage ephemera I usually source from thrift stores but here are some new alternatives: Graph Paper amzn.to/37pjJFX Column Paper amzn.to/3CvpUDH Ledger Book amzn.to/35RFhdA Onion Skin www.thepapermillstore.com/fidelity-onion-skin-white-paper-8-1-2-x-11-in-10-lb-bond-smooth-100-per-package.html

[@KLThames]

onion skin

[@RobynMcClendon]

🤩🥳

[@dellakurtz4562]

Onion Skin

[@RobynMcClendon]

🤩🧅

[@suzyhomemaker6240]

Onion skin😂

[@bhir1699]

out of focus, hard on eyes

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

Onion skin! Just letting you know I watch all your videos through to the end! This one was really helpful. I’m gearing up for a gelli printing session. I seem to take over the while kitchen when I do one so it isn’t something I do spontaneously during my regular at sessions. Lol

[@revCMF]

Onion skin!

[@RobynMcClendon]

🤩!!

[@leigh-annh2544]

Onion skin