Choose water-based or solvent-based leaf adhesive (also called gilding or leaf sizing). I use water-based because it is non-toxic and I apply it over acrylic. The best way to tell if the size is solvent-based or water-based is to read product label instructions. When it directs you ...
Gilding project kitsHere you will find gilding kits that will enable you to re-create all the projects and distressed finishes to be found on the site. From the standard kit, which enables you to create a simple but effective antique gold finish, to the professional gilding kit, which enable...
The Blue Jar is pretty on its own but I had some gilding supplies left from myGilded Honeycomb Pitcherand thought the gilding would add a nice touch to these jars. I didn't want the gold to completely cover the jars but wanted a bit of ashabby chicoutcome. In order to do that I us...
Here they are. Italian producer Fornasetti looks to infuse art into everyday situations, case in point: your dinner table. Find predominantly black and white whimsical dinnerware that blends tradition and cheekiness, with design influences from ancient Rome and plenty of thoughtful gilding, here. Vi...
My rooms tend to be built around white and greige, with chippy gilding and vintage silver used as “accent colors”. I wouldn’t call my style formal or rigid, but I do lean toward tailored, albeit relaxed elegance. That said, no matter how well defined my decor style is, I also enjo...
Gold leaf has been made for thousands of years. The process is long and consists of many steps. Though gold leaf used to be beaten by hand by a few specialized artisans, the process has been modernized by the development and use of precision robots so as to ensure that each gold leaf ...
The process of applying precious metal (gold or platinum) to whiteware is referred to as gilding. Like the decal application, this can be done by hand or by machine. For pieces like creamers and cups, a human touch is best. The metal, which is in a liquid state, is painted on each...
Among the above types of money, commodity money is unique in the sense that it is the only form of money that has an underlying value. Even though we no longer use commodities such as gold as a form of money; it still has value as jewelry or gilding. ...
For gold leaf, the primer coat is traditionally a dark barn red. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 1 Ask a Question Submit Things You'll Need Sandpaper Paint/primer Silver spray paint Paint brushes 3-hour quick set gilding size Soft brushes Aluminum/silver leaf Clear coat sealer Broom Tack cloths...
Today, we had the choice of two excursions: a walking touring of the beautiful town of Tarascon or taking a coach bus to the city of Arles, for a walking tour there. Both excursions were included in the cost of the cruise. Time not allowing us to do both, we chose to visit Arles....