Flat Marbles – Clear Pebbles
June 4, 2008 4:16 pm maria Crafts, Techniques and Mediums
Also called glass globs, this fun embellishment
magnifies what is under it for a funky look.
Supplies Needed
Flat Marbles or Glass Glob: This is glass and usually found in the stain glass, mosaic or floral department. There are two sizes and a variety of colors available.
Pebbles: This is plastic and comes in a variety of sizes and shapes. Some pebbles are pre-done and packaged for your convenience.
Adhesive: A glue that dries clear should be used or a clear liquid laminate.
Step-by-Step
- Place a glass or plastic marble over the photo, word, letter or embellishment you want to accentuate and lightly trace around it with a pencil.
- Cut the item to size and erase any pencil marks.
- Apply a small dot of clear drying glue to the flat side of the marble. Firmly press the marble down onto the photo, word or embellishment. Hold for 30-60 seconds to make sure you have an even bond.
- Allow to dry for a few hours and then adhere to your scrapbook page, collage or card.
Tips
- Use fun alphabets or letters from computer fonts, peel-ons or rubberstamps.
- Use aged newspaper or magazine text.
- Fun to cover mini stamped images or mini photos.
- Cover a dried or pressed flower or leaf.
- Mix and match sizes.
- Embellish bookmarks, refrigerator magnets or thumbtacks.
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