How to use gold leaf sheets

Hey ya'll! I just got back from Michigan on Tuesday (more on that later), and I was finally able to put the finishing touches on a little art project I've been working on. This isn't my first attempt at gold leaf art (you might remember this one or this one), but I really wanted to make a larger piece with some hints of pink and purple for the office. I know that in my last post I debuted this thrifty little dresser with a mirror over it, but the mirror actually goes in another part of the…

As I was designing this whimsical vanity, I really wanted to bring in some strong gold glam so I chose to use gold leafing sheets on the sides! I LOVE gold leaf…. and it is so much fun to apply! I also added image transfers OVER the gold leaf and it turneed out so cool. Click over to my furniture painting blog to see.

DIY gold leafing sheets. Wanting to try this process? Wondering how difficult it is to do? I answer questions here with details

This guide will walk you through not only how to apply gold leaf, but also how to clean gold leaf objects to keep your crafted goods pristine.

So you want to gold leaf… Fabric? Paper? Plastic? Not all gold leaf is the same and/or built for the same purpose. Different materials and different gold leafing techniques render VERY diff…

Use this easy DIY technique to add shimmer to any decor by learning how to gold leaf. Apply gold leaf to photo frames, vases, and other home accessories.

Want to glam up and upcycle your furniture on a budget? Learn how easy it is to do by using gold foil to gold leaf furniture.

Want to glam up and upcycle your furniture on a budget? Learn how easy it is to do by using gold foil to gold leaf furniture.

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