General FAQ's for Art, Application, and More

Q: Which paint should I use?
A:You can add glitter to the top of just about any paint (although water colors may not adhere well with glitter) or use an adhesive after. It depends entirely on you and what you would like to create. Acrylics, watercolor, and oil all have a look that is entirely their own...

Q: Which glue should I use?
A:That depends entirely on the amount of time you have and your materials...

Q: Which brush should I use?
A:For home projects...
A: Not all brushes are the same, take a look at the differences between water color, acrylic and oil...
A:Are you using acrylic? There are many different kinds of brushes for acrylic...
A:Is this for cosmetics? There are even more with a variety of uses...

Q: How do I clean my brush?
A:Well, "Here are Five Tips to Help You Care for and Extend The Life of Your Brushes"... 

Q: Why is my glitter changing colors when I mix them? Why did it turn brown?
A:The definition of color and a little theory can help explain a lot...

Q: What is a solvent and how does that affect my project?
A: Let Jane explain...

Q: How is glitter made?
A:It very often starts with the film...

Q: What does it mean to test first?
A:We are always telling you to test the glitters before jumping into a big project... 

Looking for help with a specific project? Check out Poly VS Craft to start or our Tutorial/Video Log for a list of projects, tutorials, tips and much more.

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Glitter Professors and Guest Speakers

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