Glitter – Sparkling Pieces of Happiness

The tiny sparkling dust that makes your projects magical begins its journey from a small farm in New Jersey. In 1934, the farmer Henry Ruschmann accidentally created glittering particles while cutting thin plastic films.

However, experts claim that he was not the inventor of glitter, as sparkling mica flakes had been discovered in cave paintings over 2,000 years old. Amazing, isn’t it?

In its current form, glitter is composed of tens of thousands of tiny pieces of various materials such as:

• copolymer plastic
• aluminum foil
• titanium dioxide
• iron oxides

The listed materials are processed into very thin sheets, colored in a wide variety of colors that reflect and refract light. Once sheets of the desired colors are created, they are cut by special machines into tiny particles. As incredible as it may seem, most of the glittering dots we recognize as glitter are hexagonal in shape.

Did you know?

Even people who don’t like glitter feel attracted to the sparkling little dust. This fact has a completely scientific explanation. A study by psychologists, supported by research that observes babies’ enthusiasm for licking shiny surfaces, claims that our attraction to glitter is related to our innate need to search for fresh water.

Types of Glitter

There are several main types of glitter by effects:

• Metallic glitter. This type is most preferred by those practicing body art. Its composition is primarily made of metal particles.
• Holographic glitter. Or – the god of glitters. This type turns reflected light into a play of colors, as each glittering dot contains 3 or 4 shining colors. It combines perfectly with metallic glitter.
• Iridescent glitters. This variety is mainly offered in the pastel colors of the rainbow. A trick from EM ART – try to mix 30% metallic glitter with 10% holographic and add it to 60% iridescent glitter for a magical effect!

All these varieties of glitter powders are measured in millimeters, and often sold in packs, jars, organizer boxes, or small plastic pots and containers.

Besides the glitter powders, glitter glue is another popular option for adding sparkle to various craft projects. Glitter glue differs from glitter powder as it combines adhesive and glitter in one product, making it easier to apply and control. It is commonly measured in milliliters, due to the combined liquid glue in it.

Glitter and Creative Projects

When it comes to creativity, there are never any fixed rules to follow when using glitter. It is suitable for a vast palette of creativity:

• Decorations for candles
• Phone cases
• Home items
• Decoration of glass objects
• Greeting cards
• Scrapbooking
• Jewelry

It is used for adding embellishments and shimmer to almost any craft or DIY decorations you can think of! The convenient application of glitter glue eliminates the need for separate adhesives, allowing for precise and controlled glitter accents in your projects. If you’re planning to use glitter powder instead, don’t forget that each of the creative projects will need a fixative to "seal" the glitter where it belongs – on the project.

The good news is that glitter is adaptable to various adhesion techniques – with liquid glue, spray adhesive, silicone glue, or double-sided adhesive tapes.

The rich palette of creativity that includes glitter provides the opportunity to mix different colors for achieving a vibrant decorative effect.

Tips from EM ART

Many creators worry about the mess that inevitably accompanies the creative process involving glitter powders. Here are a few useful tips to minimize your worries:

• It’s impossible to avoid scattering glitter on the work surface, so cover it with a rubber mat before starting.
• A little baby powder, applied to your hands will protect them from unwanted sticking of glitter.
• Pour the glitter content onto a sheet. After completing the project, you can collect the remaining glitter powder back into the container by making a funnel from the paper.
• Ensure the glued glitter is completely dry before touching your projects.
• Glitter can be added to transparent paper glue, the resulting mixture is ready for decorating a rich array of items. It’s easy to apply and can be sealed with varnish, acrylic, or water-soluble lacquer.

What is the price of glitter at EM ART?

We offer you a huge variety of glitter, packaged in containers, with which you can control the flow of sparkling particles, as well as convenient small packets with selected colors. We have in stock glitter glue ready for application on your projects. The prices we offer can vary, depending on the quantity and type of glitter, but are always surprisingly low.

The EM ART Online Store’s years of built trust with our customers make us a recognizable brand in the trade of hobby and craft materials. We offer a rich catalog in the online store, where experienced consultants will guide you in choosing the most suitable product for your creations!

Orders and Payment

Orders can be placed anytime - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Once your order is processed and confirmed, you can make payment using a debit or credit card, PayPal, cash on delivery, or bank transfer.

Knowing that you eagerly await your parcels, we offer free shipping for orders over 200 EURO! Take advantage of this offer and choose the perfect glitter powders, glitter glues, and other decorative supplies for your sparkling DIY projects!