Peel-Off stickers (also known as 'Outline Stickers') are incredibly versatile and are ideal for a wide range of crafts, including egg craft. Place them directly onto the egg to easily create intricate patterns that can then be cut around or filled with glitter, accent beads, etc. Our new range of holographic peel-offs are also ideal for adding an extra touch of sparkle to your egg designs and other craft projects.
To help inspire you, we have compiled our top tips and instructions for how to use Peel-Off Stickers in your craft projects:
01 Keep it Simple!
The easiest way to use Peel-Off Stickers is to use them just as they are. Simply remove from the sheet and apply to the surface of your project. This looks particularly effective with coloured or hologram Peel-Offs. Alternatively, use on a decorative background, such as on patterned papers or marbled painted egg shell. Remember to apply the Peel-off to the surface gently to begin with. Once the peel-off is in the correct position press down more firmly for a permanent fix.
TIP: You may find it easier to use tweezers to gently lift the Peel-Off from the backing sheet and apply to the surface.
02 Applying Pretty Coloured Backgrounds
For a bright, vibrant effect, colour inside the peel-offs with paint (this is the best option when working on egg shell), coloured pens, pencils etc.
03 Apply Stunning Sparkling Textures
For a textured effect, try applying accent beads to the design. First apply the Peel-Off as described above. Next apply a fairly thick covering of white glue to a section inside of the Peel-Off. Use a syringe or a cocktail stick to apply the glue accurately.
Sprinkle the accent beads over the wet glue, ensuring an even covering. Remember, you must only apply one colour at a time. Repeat for the remaining sections of your first colour. When the sections of your first colour are completely dry, you may progress to your second colour using the same method.
TIP: The same technique can be used with glitter, sniglets, etc to create different textures and effects.
Accent on Beads
Goose Egg Trinket box with Peel-Off & Accent Bead Design
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04 Intricate Openings and Windows
Peel-Offs can also be applied to egg-shell and used as a guide for cutting (as on Ribbons & Bows). Simply paint the egg in your chosen base colour and apply the Peel-Off. Then carefully cut around the design as required. This technique can also be used in paper & card craft projects, by applying to card and carefully cutting around selected areas of the peel-off with a craft knife or small scissors.
TIP: Make sure you have a spare of each design you use as it can be very difficult to cut around the Peel-Off without damaging it. Once you have cut around the peel-off, carefully remove the old sticker and replace with a new one for a perfect finish.
Ribbons & Bows
Decorated Faberge-Style Goose Egg using Peel-Offs.
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05 Trellis and Leaded Window Effects
Similarly, peel-off lines can be used to give a perfect finish to trellis work on egg shell (as in 'The Proposal' egg). Cut the trellis design and finish with the gold Peel-Off lines, to add definition and neaten up the edges of your drill work. Alternatively, apply the peel-off lines to and acetate sheet, and place over an opening to give a traditional window effect. This technique could also be used in paper and card crafts.
The Proposal
Decorated Goose Egg using Peel-Off Trellis work.
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TIP: For a Christmasy effect, apply a little No-Fire Snow, Snowflakes or white glitter to give the effect of snow.
06 Making Enamelled Glitter Filigree Effects
Creating enamelled/glitter filigree effects couldn't be easier! Simply place the peel-off onto an acetate sheet and paint and/or glitter the reverse. When dry, cut out the peel-off designs and seal if required. When dry they can be used as stunning filigree decorations on your egg designs, or as fantastic embellishments for your card, scrapbook or other craft projects.
Example using Peel-Off No.031-551 and Gold, Silver, Blue and Red Medium Polyflakes Glitter.
TIP: Try using different shades of glitters and/or paints to build up more colourful designs
