Thank you for sharing your tip on making these. i have tried to do my own before and its always been a bit of a hit and miss ! your idea of doing them on a grid looks brilliant ! I shall definately be giving this a go. Thanks once again
You are so welcome! I find the grid sheet inside a heavy duty sheet protector works best for the release. It seems like some of the stiff acetate doesn't want to release like it should. Also, I store them flat if you put them in ziplock bags they tend to clump up. Cheers!
Hi Dayna and Thank you for subscribing to my channel. I can tell you learning RUclips has been a challenge but i am getting better - I think 😄 There is a miniseries going on for May on How I use Scraps that might interest you. I hope you have a wonderful day and Come Back Soon! Julia
Julia thank you so much for sharing this tip! I love enamel dots but they are pretty pricey!! I’ll definitely be making my own going forward! Love it!! ❤️Tina❤️
Hi Tina - Welcome back!! Glad you found it useful. I find it better to store them flat if you can. I have tried them in mini ziplocks and they tend to stick together eventually. I think you will be delighted with this technique. Come back soon!!
Hi Robyn and Welcome to the channel and Thank you for such a sweet comment! I find storing these dots flat works best. Happy Crafting and Come Back Soon!
Thank you so much for this tip!! I tried a different method and didn't have as much success!! I printed out the grid lines from the internet! I then used the sheet protector like you! But I decided to cut down some overhead transparencies (leftovers from my days of being a teacher before smartboards!) and am using them to make and store my enamel dots! I am using my Nuvo drops so much more now!!! Thank you!!
Hi Anne - You are very welcome! I love doing them this way. And the transparencies will make storing them easy too. I tried the process with Stickles and Pops without as much success. The Stickles would work for flower centers but they are rough! I never could get the Pops to lose the center point...Come back soon!!
Hi Brenda and Welcome to My Channel. I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come easy!
Hi Julie thank you for the great embellishment idea, I think it is great because I find it very hard to get embellishments in the shops near me. We don't have dollar tree or craft stores near by . I have to buy most of my supplies on line. Being able to make my own will same me lots of time. Thank you again, I can't wait to start making my own.🇦🇺🐞
You are so welcome! I am going to remake this video next year. I discovered an easy way to store the enamel dots on heavy duty sheet protectors in a flat tray. If you take them off and try to store in a little baggie they tend to stick together. Also, be sure they cure for at least 48 hours before disturbing.
Glad I found this video and the grid tip. Just starting out to create my own enamel dots hoping they will go through the mail before than the ones you can buy. Thank you for sharing.
I really like this system. And it doesn't take long to get a nice supply. I find the heavy duty sheet protectors work great. They release the dots better than anything. And I store them on a sheet protector cut in half, flat in a stack, in one of those white dollar tree trays. They are easy to flip through and pick out what color you want. By varying the size you have an assortment to choose from.
@@SeniorSusieStamps I have added making these dots to my crafting to do list in the next day or two. I am learning I need to prep things in advance so when I do sit down to craft I actually craft. Anyway, thank you for the reply and suggestion of the sheet protectors, which I have. I only have 3-4 Nuevo drops till I see how things go making some dots. Tomorrow is scheduled for cutting 8 1/2 by 11 colored card stock in 4 pieces to eventually become card layer mats or whatever. Woo hoo!
@@MorgaineChristensen I have thought many times about cutting my colored card stock that way also. But I like to vary my card base size to use up scraps. So, I just found a very nice wooden crate that should hold most all of my colored stock in a closet out of the light. I can drag it out and pick out what I need easily. But I really like the concept of cutting it down!!!
Hi Joan and Welcome! I use these all the time and have found that storing them flat is your best option, when you put them in baggie they stick together a bit. Have a lovely day and Come back soon!!
Hi Julia I do some of these dots with hot glue, then paint them with nail polish. They come out really nice now I have another way of doing the dots Thanks for the tip
@@SeniorSusieStamps They don’t dry quicker and I use the glue sticks from the dollar store which are more cheaper and I have a glue gun especially for that they come out nice with different nail polish. Try it I like your idea too. But it cost more.
You are welcome Ane-Marie!! Mine have some small bubbles once in a while. How do you store yours? I keep mine tip down and I think that helps quite a bit with the air bubbles. On the round issue, keep your tip straight down in the dot until you are satisfied with the diameter and then pull out. I bet if you make a gridline you will have better rounds. Come back soon!!
Love this tip and idea. Love using the drops,but everytime I use it on my card, I end up hitting them before they dry. Now I can make a head of time. Thanks for sharing this great idea. Have to try this.
Hi Laura - I hear you!! Now, when you store these, store them flat. If they get jumbled together they tend to stick and are a pain to get apart. But flat they work perfectly.
@@SeniorSusieStamps thank you for that information. Will have to figure how I will store them first before I have the fun in making them. Idea just popped in my head, can they be stored in a page protector into a binder if I do them on an acetate sheet? Thanks for taking the time to reply. Appreciated that.
@@lauramartin7300 I have found that a heavy duty sheet protector is actually the best to put them on in the first place. I put a piece of cardstock grid inside just to help with placement and size. Then I usually cut them in 1/2 on the 11 inch side and lay them in a flat white tray on my craft desk. They stack well in that tray and are easy to get off the sheet protector. Some acetate sheets are too stiff to get them off of easily. You have to have just a little bit of bend in them to have the dots pop off. Does that make sense?
You are welcome Cindy. Now, I have found that storing these flat rather than in a ziplock works best. They have a tendency to stick together. But they work great if kept flat. Come back soon!
Thank you so much Julia, I really really enjoyed watching you create those enamel dots. It’s a great idea and I really really will use it. Please stay safe and well too
Hi Mags and Thank you! I have found the dots do much better when you store them flat. If you put them in a baggie they will clump. I just ordered myself some new Nuvo colors and can't wait to try them. This process makes finishing a card just so much easier. Have a wonderful day and come back soon!! PS - Love the pup - we have 3!
I much prefer these to putting drops directly on my card. Try a small amount first and let them cure for several days. Some acetate is hard to get released. That's why I use the heavy duty sheet protectors for mine. Store flat or they stick together if you take them off and put them in a baggie.
Hi Margaret - You are welcome! Over time I have found that storing these flat works best it keeps them from sticking together. They work great for me! Come back soon!!
Hey Blue Mac - Glad you like it and welcome to my channel. I have found it best to store flat otherwise the dots have a tendancy to stick together. Come back soon!!
Thank you Ruth - I am finding that if you store them flat it works much better. They tend to stick together if you put them in a bag. Welcome and Come back soon!!
I love this, I tried repeatedly without any success to melt beads into dots, UGH! But I very rarely use my liquid because of the drying time, but do love them. I can use your idea to make some dots! Thank you so much.
Hi Bell - I use this technique all the time, and I have found that storing them flat is essential. When I put them in a baggie they tend to stick together. But flat, they pop off and I can glue them on in a flash and the card is done! Have fun and Come back soon!
Hi Julia, What a brilliant idea! 😊I will be starting to make my own enamel dots from now on. I have a good supply at the moment so i will start with some colours that i don't have. 🌈I love watching your video's, they are very interesting and inspiring. You showed us that you use the grid and do them on a large piece of acetate but do you just cut the card smaller and put them into a smaller bag? I find them quite hard to store, i get mine everywhere as they slide out of the draw when i open it. 😡I am trying to think of another way, any ideas? 🤔 I look forward to your next video. Thank you for your talent. Have a great Sunday, Tina xx 🌼
Hi Tina - Good to hear from you again! I am going to redo this video in the Spring after my shoulder heals a bit. It has been a very popular topic! And you are right storage can be problematic. I also find the acetate you store on has differing release properties, so make sure it is not too stiff. Presently I store mine in a flat stack in a white tray I get from $Tree or WMart. And I have found that a heavy duty sheet protector is the best medium for me. I can slip a grid mat in for size/spacing when making them and then re-use it multiple times. Hugs, Julia
Hi Veneta! You are welcome. I use these all the time. And I have to say they truly work best on heavy duty sheet protectors. The release is perfect if you just leave them on that. I am going to make another video on this as soon as I finish with Christmas cards!
What kind of acetate did you put your drops on? This is something that I’ve been thinking about, and now you’ve convinced me to try it! The grid is a great idea for size management. Thank you
My absolute favorite is heavy weight sheet protector. You can put a grid sheet inside for sizing. And I store mine flat. But a light weight acetate will work also. Just try it first before you commit to the acetate because some of them are very challenging to get the release.
I absolutely love this!!! I can't wait to try and make my own!! Thank you so much for sharing this technique with us! I am a new subscriber and I have already learned so much from you!! Thanks so much!!
You are so very Welcome Val - Just a word to the wise some people have a bit of trouble releasing off. I never have had any trouble using the heavy duty sheet protectors. And storing flat is best otherwise they clump together.
Hi Deb-stein - Welcome! What I have found is that storing these flat really helps them not stick together. I love being able to just pull them out glue them on and finish up my card. Come back soon!!
Hi Rondi - Glad you found this useful! I find that storing them flat really helps the dots not stick together. Welcome to the channel and come back soon!!
Welcome DarleneHope - I am so glad I am not the only one that does that!!! One thing - I find storing these flat really helps them not stick together. Come back soon!
You're welcome Suzi! I just started this channel in November 2021 and it has been a bit daunting. There are several videos on the playlist now...Come back soon!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps I was always going to do it to but have no glue how to or what it involves best of luck!if it was facebook I would send you a couple pictures LOL!!
Thanks Natalie! I hope you have success with this technique. I find that storing them flat works best. They tend to stick together if you put them in a baggie. Come back soon!!
Hi Betty and Welcome to the channel! Just in case you haven't read the other comments ... I have found that storing these flat is much better than trying to keep them in a little baggie. For some reason mine started sticking together a bit. Come back soon!!
Where do you buy this stuff? When I get some I'm trying it! I've tried with something called pearls...eh it shrinks a ton. Some colors more than others. Thank you...nice video!
Hi Soal - Glad you liked the video. I get Nuvo drops from Scrapbook.com and amazon, but other vendors have it as well. I just buy colors I like! Come back soon!!
Hi Carrie - Is that what you usually do with clear dots? I haven't tried so I am not sure - But - If it is I would suspect that would work here too. Thanks, and come back soon!!
Hi Cindy - You are very welcome! I find that storing these flat works best. If you jumble them all up in a bag some of them stick together. Come back soon!
Hi Kymn - I love this technique and use it all the time. However I have found that storing the dots flat is the key to success. They tend to want to stick together a bit if you put them in a baggie for example. Come back soon!!
Hi Paula - These work great for me in my studio. I leave them on heavy duty sheet protectors in a stack and just pick out whatever color I need. Glue and Go!
I appreciate your video on making these enamel dots with Nuvo Drops...for the life of me I can NOT get 'other' brands to dry nice and round and FLAT...those darn little peaks annoy me. Thought maybe there was a special way to hold the bottle, etc. when making them..do you hold it up right? off to the side? ANY suggestions or tips is appreciated. What do you store your dots in once dried and cured and do you shake your bottles before using? Thank you...time to go find those Nuvo Drops and put them to good use. Take care....
Hi Jo - I understand completely I bought a full set of Pops from Scrapbook.com and can not get the peaks to go away either. I think it is the length of the tip on the Nuvo drops. I got some little bottles from amazon and am going to try to replace the tip or put some in those bottles to test my theory. This video will have to wait until after Christmas cards are finished tho so stay tuned. Now, let me tell you this - I find a grid sheet inside of a heavy duty sheet protector for spacing is ideal. I put the dots on the outside and then store flat until completely dry - minimum 48 hours. They pop off the HD sheet protector nicely and do not stick together. I will show more of this in the next video. I did try to laminate a grid sheet and they simply would not release off the laminate - frustrating I know! I find Nuvo Drops at Scrapbook.com and at Amazon. Welcome to My Channel and Come Back Soon! Julia
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thanks for your quick reply!! Look forward to more of your videos. Where there's a will, there's a way right? ...and I'm going to try your grid ideas for spacing and storing drops FLAT once cured.
Hi Ruth and Welcome to My Channel! I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come off easy!
This is a great way to use your Nuvo drops and I like the grid to keep them spaced out. I bought some 2 years ago but haven’t used them as I have lots of embellishments. They are probably too thick now but maybe I can add some Gum Arabic or something to thin them out a title. ❤️🇨🇦
I use my nuvo drops all the time now. Before, I just let them sit around ... but they are still fine. Try yours again and I bet you will have great success!
Hi Alga! I am glad you are taking up the hobby. The key to these is to make them on flexible acetate and then leave them alone to dry. I find a heavy duty sheet protector with a grid paper insert for spacing works perfectly. Try some!! There is plenty of content on the channel to back watch if you like. And I try to put out a new video every Sunday afternoon (USA time). Happy Crafting!!
@@algaburleson5315 I always look for a gsm over 200. The pound weight varies but the gsm is very consistent. The white card stock I like is this one from amazon - it's not expensive and i use it for bases and card layers. The 80 works well for me. But there is a 100 available also. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JGGQIVI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
@@algaburleson5315 I did exactly the same thing. I had dabbled in card making before that and was not enthused. But now I am totally in love with it. Perhaps think about some card/magazine kits. They have a lot of inspiration and a lot of supplies included. Search UK card/magazine kits and see what you find.
Hi Julia, I am having trouble with my Nuvo crystal drops. I have placed the dots of various sizes on a piece of acetate, and let them dry for a couple of days. They have dried very flat, and I cannot remove them from the acetate without damaging the edges of the dots. Sometimes half the dot stays on the acetate when trying to remove them, and it is very frustrating. When you were removing your dots they appeared to be so easy. Why then am I having this difficulty..., could it be that the liquid in the bottle is too runny? The enamel dots I have are certainly not want I want to put on my cards! I appreciate your help, thank you Julia. Have a blessed day crafting!
Hi Gloria - Are these dots all out of one bottle? This has not happened to me with Nuvo. However I had it happen with another brand. Also, not all acetate is the same with release. My suggestion is to roll your finger under the acetate and see if they will pop off the top that way. Mine usually flip right off. Which specific drops are you using? If I have that specific one I will try mine here. Let me know? I am Sorry you are having difficulty. Julia
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thank you Julia for replying to my distress call! Yes, I am creating the dots out of the one bottle. I used Nuvo Crystal Drops Gloss - Oyster Grey. A little earlier I made a few more dots, but placed some petroleum jelly on the acetate first. I am not sure whether that was a wise thing to do, but I am trying everything and getting somewhat frustrated. Nuvo drops are very new to me, and I am still trying to get comfortable using them. In your demonstration you used a plastic page protector with the gridded cardstock insert, were you able to remove the dots from that easily? Thank you for your time, and help. God's richest blessings.
@@gloriaonesimus6244 I find the heavy duty sheet protector works really well. You can see the grid through it, it's large enough to do a variety of dots. It also is very flexible to flip the dots off. I don't have that Nuvo but I am ordering it today. Will let you know when I have it to work with. Please don't get frustrated, set it aside and let me try on this end. Sometimes there are rocks in the road...keep your chin up! Julia I ordered the Nuvo drops and they should be here Thursday evening.
@@SeniorSusieStamps Good morning Julia, I might be frustrated, but I am determined that this little bottle of Nuvo drops won't beat me. This morning I attempted to remove the dots from the greased acetate sheet, and it was pretty useless as well as the edges were still sticking to the acetate sheet. I also got to thinking it was a stupid idea anyway as the greasy dots wouldn't adhere to any glues! Last night I decided to watch some other crafters videos on these drops to see what they do, and one lady used her craft sheet. I thought WOW... I have one of those, so before bed last night I placed six drops onto my craft sheet. (I was using my craft sheet for ink blending, but not any more since I purchased a Tonic glass media mat.) It hasn't been 24 hours, but I was too curious... I went in this morning and gently attempted to move one, and it moved freely... So maybe a craft sheet is another surface that can be used especially if people are having the same problems. Julia, you are so sweet to purchase the same Nuvo Crystal Drops, and I will be very interested with your results. I also might try your idea with the plastic sheet protector. Remember me saying that my first attempt where the dots spread on the acetate sheet, and were very flat? I wonder if that is because I didn't lift the bottle up high enough to give the dots height. We all learn from our mistakes, and I really do appreciate your help. Thank you so much Julia. God's richest blessings, Gloria
@@gloriaonesimus6244 Oh I am so glad you had success. I was thinking since you are new to Nuvo, you might have the tip too close and just spreading it out too much. Some acetate is just a different composition, I guess that is why I settled on the heavy weight sheet protectors. Will let you know when I get my drops in...have a wonderful week! Julia
Thanks for asking! You can use Stickles, but they are totally different in the outcome. The Stickles are more flat and rough. But you can pull them off and glue them on and go just like I do with these. The Stickles I would be more inclined to use as flower centers. There is a pic over on the facebook page - scroll down...and Come back soon!!
Thanks Patricia and Welcome to My Channel! I am trying another storage experiment and will do a follow up video to this one after Christmas Cards get finished. So, Come Back Soon!!
@@lynntjerne3826 I have some drying now. But I can tell you already that they are not rounding out nicely like the Nuvo drops. Will check in tomorrow after they have a chance to dry.
Hi Brenda and Welcome to My Channel. I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come easy!
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Thank you for sharing your tip on making these. i have tried to do my own before and its always been a bit of a hit and miss ! your idea of doing them on a grid looks brilliant ! I shall definately be giving this a go. Thanks once again
You are so welcome! I find the grid sheet inside a heavy duty sheet protector works best for the release. It seems like some of the stiff acetate doesn't want to release like it should. Also, I store them flat if you put them in ziplock bags they tend to clump up. Cheers!
So glad this came on my page.. love seeing other scrappers.
Hi Dayna and Thank you for subscribing to my channel. I can tell you learning RUclips has been a challenge but i am getting better - I think 😄 There is a miniseries going on for May on How I use Scraps that might interest you. I hope you have a wonderful day and Come Back Soon! Julia
Julia thank you so much for sharing this tip! I love enamel dots but they are pretty pricey!! I’ll definitely be making my own going forward! Love it!! ❤️Tina❤️
Hi Tina - Welcome back!! Glad you found it useful. I find it better to store them flat if you can. I have tried them in mini ziplocks and they tend to stick together eventually. I think you will be delighted with this technique. Come back soon!!
I like the enamel dots you made. They are so pretty. Thank you for sharing. Watching from Alabama.
When you make some - I have found that storing them flat works best!
Thank you. I really like your idea to use the grid. I have tried to make dots in the past and i think this tip will help.
Hi Elva and Welcome to My Channel! I always use grids because if I don't it's not pretty at all - LOL!!!
What a great tip....Thank you so much Julia. I for sure will give this a try.
They store best flat. I tried to put them in a little zip bag and they stuck together.
Julia, how cute are these. Thanks so much. 😊🇨🇦
I find that leaving them on heavy duty protector sheets works best.
Thanks for sharing this video . I love watching your channel, your cards are so pretty.
Hi Robyn and Welcome to the channel and Thank you for such a sweet comment! I find storing these dots flat works best. Happy Crafting and Come Back Soon!
Thank you so much for this tip!! I tried a different method and didn't have as much success!! I printed out the grid lines from the internet! I then used the sheet protector like you! But I decided to cut down some overhead transparencies (leftovers from my days of being a teacher before smartboards!) and am using them to make and store my enamel dots! I am using my Nuvo drops so much more now!!! Thank you!!
Hi Anne - You are very welcome! I love doing them this way. And the transparencies will make storing them easy too. I tried the process with Stickles and Pops without as much success. The Stickles would work for flower centers but they are rough! I never could get the Pops to lose the center point...Come back soon!!
Thank you for sharing this great and easy technique have a blessed day
Hi Brenda and Welcome to My Channel. I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come easy!
Hi Julie thank you for the great embellishment idea, I think it is great because I find it very hard to get embellishments in the shops near me. We don't have dollar tree or craft stores near by . I have to buy most of my supplies on line. Being able to make my own will same me lots of time. Thank you again, I can't wait to start making my own.🇦🇺🐞
You are so welcome! I am going to remake this video next year. I discovered an easy way to store the enamel dots on heavy duty sheet protectors in a flat tray. If you take them off and try to store in a little baggie they tend to stick together. Also, be sure they cure for at least 48 hours before disturbing.
Glad I found this video and the grid tip. Just starting out to create my own enamel dots hoping they will go through the mail before than the ones you can buy. Thank you for sharing.
I really like this system. And it doesn't take long to get a nice supply. I find the heavy duty sheet protectors work great. They release the dots better than anything. And I store them on a sheet protector cut in half, flat in a stack, in one of those white dollar tree trays. They are easy to flip through and pick out what color you want. By varying the size you have an assortment to choose from.
@@SeniorSusieStamps I have added making these dots to my crafting to do list in the next day or two. I am learning I need to prep things in advance so when I do sit down to craft I actually craft.
Anyway, thank you for the reply and suggestion of the sheet protectors, which I have. I only have 3-4 Nuevo drops till I see how things go making some dots. Tomorrow is scheduled for cutting 8 1/2 by 11 colored card stock in 4 pieces to eventually become card layer mats or whatever. Woo hoo!
@@MorgaineChristensen I have thought many times about cutting my colored card stock that way also. But I like to vary my card base size to use up scraps. So, I just found a very nice wooden crate that should hold most all of my colored stock in a closet out of the light. I can drag it out and pick out what I need easily. But I really like the concept of cutting it down!!!
What a fabulous idea! Love it thanks from Texas
Hi Joan and Welcome! I use these all the time and have found that storing them flat is your best option, when you put them in baggie they stick together a bit. Have a lovely day and Come back soon!!
This was wonderful! What a great tip! Thank you very much.
Absolutely! I found that storing them flat works best. Otherwise if you dump them in a ziplock they stick together.
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thanks for another good tip!
So beautiful 🎉❤ thank you very much. Best wishes, Dana 😊
Absolutely! Have a wonderful week!
That is such a great idea! I too have a bad habit of smudging my cards! Problem solved! Thank you!💕
i like the diy clear dots, too. been wanting to get some. guess i'll try to make 'em. tfs.
I do also!!
Hi Julia I do some of these dots with hot glue, then paint them with nail polish. They come out really nice now I have another way of doing the dots Thanks for the tip
You're Welcome Lucy - I was wondering about using some nail polish! The hot glue certainly would set a lot quicker!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps They don’t dry quicker and I use the glue sticks from the dollar store which are more cheaper and I have a glue gun especially for that they come out nice with different nail polish. Try it I like your idea too. But it cost more.
Thank You... This was nice, and thank you for showing how you use them also... Huggles!
You are so welcome! Remember to store them flat!!
Thanks!! I never seem to manage to get them so beautiful (round no bubbles)!
You are welcome Ane-Marie!! Mine have some small bubbles once in a while. How do you store yours? I keep mine tip down and I think that helps quite a bit with the air bubbles. On the round issue, keep your tip straight down in the dot until you are satisfied with the diameter and then pull out. I bet if you make a gridline you will have better rounds. Come back soon!!
Love this tip and idea. Love using the drops,but everytime I use it on my card, I end up hitting them before they dry. Now I can make a head of time. Thanks for sharing this great idea. Have to try this.
Hi Laura - I hear you!! Now, when you store these, store them flat. If they get jumbled together they tend to stick and are a pain to get apart. But flat they work perfectly.
@@SeniorSusieStamps thank you for that information. Will have to figure how I will store them first before I have the fun in making them. Idea just popped in my head, can they be stored in a page protector into a binder if I do them on an acetate sheet? Thanks for taking the time to reply. Appreciated that.
@@lauramartin7300 I have found that a heavy duty sheet protector is actually the best to put them on in the first place. I put a piece of cardstock grid inside just to help with placement and size. Then I usually cut them in 1/2 on the 11 inch side and lay them in a flat white tray on my craft desk. They stack well in that tray and are easy to get off the sheet protector. Some acetate sheets are too stiff to get them off of easily. You have to have just a little bit of bend in them to have the dots pop off. Does that make sense?
Wow - they look just like the ones you buy. What a fabulous idea!
The grid really helps with consistency. Try it and see how you do! Come back soon!!
WOW!~! Can not WAIT to try this! Thanks for sharing!!!!!!
You are welcome Cindy. Now, I have found that storing these flat rather than in a ziplock works best. They have a tendency to stick together. But they work great if kept flat. Come back soon!
Sounds like a great idea, very creative.
Hi Patricia - I use these all the time in my cards and find the heavy weight sheet protectors are the best way to keep them. Enjoy!
Thank you so much Julia, I really really enjoyed watching you create those enamel dots. It’s a great idea and I really really will use it. Please stay safe and well too
Hi Mags and Thank you! I have found the dots do much better when you store them flat. If you put them in a baggie they will clump. I just ordered myself some new Nuvo colors and can't wait to try them. This process makes finishing a card just so much easier. Have a wonderful day and come back soon!! PS - Love the pup - we have 3!
wow.....this is a really great idea ! Thank you!
Thanks J Nelson - Try it and I find storing flat works best - Come back soon!!
This is a great idea. I'll give it a try!!!
I much prefer these to putting drops directly on my card. Try a small amount first and let them cure for several days. Some acetate is hard to get released. That's why I use the heavy duty sheet protectors for mine. Store flat or they stick together if you take them off and put them in a baggie.
Thank you for this amazing video.
Hi Margaret - You are welcome! Over time I have found that storing these flat works best it keeps them from sticking together. They work great for me! Come back soon!!
What a great idea! Such a helpful video. Thank you so much
Hey Blue Mac - Glad you like it and welcome to my channel. I have found it best to store flat otherwise the dots have a tendancy to stick together. Come back soon!!
What a great idea, thank you for sharing. 🇨🇦🙂
Hi LIsa - You are welcome! I find storing them flat works best so they don't stick together. Come back soon!
Wow, they're great, Ruth down under.
Thank you Ruth - I am finding that if you store them flat it works much better. They tend to stick together if you put them in a bag. Welcome and Come back soon!!
I love this, I tried repeatedly without any success to melt beads into dots, UGH! But I very rarely use my liquid because of the drying time, but do love them. I can use your idea to make some dots! Thank you so much.
Hi Bell - I use this technique all the time, and I have found that storing them flat is essential. When I put them in a baggie they tend to stick together. But flat, they pop off and I can glue them on in a flash and the card is done! Have fun and Come back soon!
Hi Julia, What a brilliant idea! 😊I will be starting to make my own enamel dots from now on. I have a good supply at the moment so i will start with some colours that i don't have. 🌈I love watching your video's, they are very interesting and inspiring. You showed us that you use the grid and do them on a large piece of acetate but do you just cut the card smaller and put them into a smaller bag? I find them quite hard to store, i get mine everywhere as they slide out of the draw when i open it. 😡I am trying to think of another way, any ideas? 🤔 I look forward to your next video. Thank you for your talent. Have a great Sunday, Tina xx 🌼
Hi Tina - Good to hear from you again! I am going to redo this video in the Spring after my shoulder heals a bit. It has been a very popular topic! And you are right storage can be problematic. I also find the acetate you store on has differing release properties, so make sure it is not too stiff. Presently I store mine in a flat stack in a white tray I get from $Tree or WMart. And I have found that a heavy duty sheet protector is the best medium for me. I can slip a grid mat in for size/spacing when making them and then re-use it multiple times. Hugs, Julia
What a great idea. Thanks
Hi Veneta! You are welcome. I use these all the time. And I have to say they truly work best on heavy duty sheet protectors. The release is perfect if you just leave them on that. I am going to make another video on this as soon as I finish with Christmas cards!
I love this idea. I can’t wait to make some. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Maureen - Glad you found value in this - I find that storing them flat helps them not to stick together. Come back soon!!
Lovely idea! Will be trying this out
Thank you Eva Marie! Store these flat for the best results and come back soon!
What kind of acetate did you put your drops on? This is something that I’ve been thinking about, and now you’ve convinced me to try it! The grid is a great idea for size management. Thank you
My absolute favorite is heavy weight sheet protector. You can put a grid sheet inside for sizing.
And I store mine flat. But a light weight acetate will work also. Just try it first before you commit to the acetate because some of them are very challenging to get the release.
I absolutely love this!!! I can't wait to try and make my own!! Thank you so much for sharing this technique with us! I am a new subscriber and I have already learned so much from you!! Thanks so much!!
You are so very Welcome Val - Just a word to the wise some people have a bit of trouble releasing off. I never have had any trouble using the heavy duty sheet protectors. And storing flat is best otherwise they clump together.
@@SeniorSusieStamps thank you for the tips!!
Love this idea. Thank you! They look great.
Hi Deb-stein - Welcome! What I have found is that storing these flat really helps them not stick together. I love being able to just pull them out glue them on and finish up my card. Come back soon!!
INCREDIBLE!!! TYSMFS Julia!
Hi Rondi - Glad you found this useful! I find that storing them flat really helps the dots not stick together. Welcome to the channel and come back soon!!
Great idea! I have wrecked so many cards by not waiting long enough or dragging my hand through my drops 🤭
Welcome DarleneHope - I am so glad I am not the only one that does that!!! One thing - I find storing these flat really helps them not stick together. Come back soon!
Thanks you for your helpful tips glad I just found you!
You're welcome Suzi! I just started this channel in November 2021 and it has been a bit daunting. There are several videos on the playlist now...Come back soon!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps I was always going to do it to but have no glue how to or what it involves best of luck!if it was facebook I would send you a couple pictures LOL!!
@@susangoodrow7157 Remember I have a facebook page too ... facebook.com/seniorsusiestamps Come on over and share if you like!
Great tip! My drops are in my pocket warming now (to avoid that tip at the top). Cute channel name, too! :) Thanks for the inspiration.
Thanks Natalie! I hope you have success with this technique. I find that storing them flat works best. They tend to stick together if you put them in a baggie. Come back soon!!
Fantastic idea - thanks for the crafty inspiration!!!
Welcome Linda and thank you for your sweet comment. I have found that storing these flat really helps them not stick together. Come back soon!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps thank you for the tip! I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching many more of your videos! Linda (U.K)
Great idea, thank you 😊
These work great - just store them flat. I tried to laminate a sheet and they wouldn't release. The heavy duty sheet protector works the best.
This is such a great idea! Thank you for sharing!
Hi Keight Krafts - Glad you found the info useful. I find storing flat works best. Come back soon!
Such a great idea!
Thanks Roxanne! Store them flat for best results!
Love,love this !!!
Hi Betty and Welcome to the channel! Just in case you haven't read the other comments ... I have found that storing these flat is much better than trying to keep them in a little baggie. For some reason mine started sticking together a bit. Come back soon!!
Where do you buy this stuff?
When I get some I'm trying it!
I've tried with something called pearls...eh it shrinks a ton. Some colors more than others.
Thank you...nice video!
Hi Soal - Glad you liked the video. I get Nuvo drops from Scrapbook.com and amazon, but other vendors have it as well. I just buy colors I like! Come back soon!!
Thank you for sharing. They are very pretty. Will am paint work on the dots?
Thanks Barb! Now, I am just not sure about the paint, I just use them as is. Come back soon!
Just wondering if I did this with the clear, would I be able to color them whatever color I'd like?
Hi Carrie - Is that what you usually do with clear dots? I haven't tried so I am not sure - But - If it is I would suspect that would work here too. Thanks, and come back soon!!
Very cool! thanks.
Thanks Connie - Come back soon!!
What are the clear drops made of? Is there a clear Nuvo drop or did you use some type of adhesive?
Hi Dark Iris - Welcome! That is Nuvo - Morning Dew. Come back soon!!
great tip - thanks for sharing
Hi Cindy - You are very welcome! I find that storing these flat works best. If you jumble them all up in a bag some of them stick together. Come back soon!
Thank you. Can't wait to try this
Hi Kymn - I love this technique and use it all the time. However I have found that storing the dots flat is the key to success. They tend to want to stick together a bit if you put them in a baggie for example. Come back soon!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps I will definitely do that, I have a small drawer I can put them in. :)
@@kymnstanley3165 I hope you have great success!!
Thank you! Brilliant!!!❤️
Hi Paula - These work great for me in my studio. I leave them on heavy duty sheet protectors in a stack and just pick out whatever color I need. Glue and Go!
Where’s the best place to get Nuvo Drops? I’ve seen sets on Amazon going for $40! Love listening to you. Hugs and thanks!
@@paulaogi2246 I have not bought any recently but most of mine came from Scrapbook.com $40 is CRAZY!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps thanks so much!
I appreciate your video on making these enamel dots with Nuvo Drops...for the life of me I can NOT get 'other' brands to dry nice and round and FLAT...those darn little peaks annoy me. Thought maybe there was a special way to hold the bottle, etc. when making them..do you hold it up right? off to the side? ANY suggestions or tips is appreciated. What do you store your dots in once dried and cured and do you shake your bottles before using? Thank you...time to go find those Nuvo Drops and put them to good use. Take care....
Hi Jo - I understand completely I bought a full set of Pops from Scrapbook.com and can not get the peaks to go away either. I think it is the length of the tip on the Nuvo drops. I got some little bottles from amazon and am going to try to replace the tip or put some in those bottles to test my theory. This video will have to wait until after Christmas cards are finished tho so stay tuned. Now, let me tell you this - I find a grid sheet inside of a heavy duty sheet protector for spacing is ideal. I put the dots on the outside and then store flat until completely dry - minimum 48 hours. They pop off the HD sheet protector nicely and do not stick together. I will show more of this in the next video. I did try to laminate a grid sheet and they simply would not release off the laminate - frustrating I know! I find Nuvo Drops at Scrapbook.com and at Amazon. Welcome to My Channel and Come Back Soon! Julia
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thanks for your quick reply!! Look forward to more of your videos. Where there's a will, there's a way right? ...and I'm going to try your grid ideas for spacing and storing drops FLAT once cured.
Great idea tfs
Hi Ruth and Welcome to My Channel! I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come off easy!
Awesome! Got to try this for sure!!!
Great news! I find if you store them flat they work best. Come back soon!!
This is a great way to use your Nuvo drops and I like the grid to keep them spaced out. I bought some 2 years ago but haven’t used them as I have lots of embellishments. They are probably too thick now but maybe I can add some Gum Arabic or something to thin them out a title. ❤️🇨🇦
I use my nuvo drops all the time now. Before, I just let them sit around ... but they are still fine. Try yours again and I bet you will have great success!
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thanks, Julia, I will let you know.
Beautiful! Your drops are very even. :-)
Thank you - I think the grid really helps with that! Come back soon!!
That is awesome new to card making.
Hi Alga! I am glad you are taking up the hobby. The key to these is to make them on flexible acetate and then leave them alone to dry. I find a heavy duty sheet protector with a grid paper insert for spacing works perfectly. Try some!! There is plenty of content on the channel to back watch if you like. And I try to put out a new video every Sunday afternoon (USA time). Happy Crafting!!
Thanks for the support I did a lot of sewing wanting to do something different what is the best weight for card stock.
@@algaburleson5315 I always look for a gsm over 200. The pound weight varies but the gsm is very consistent. The white card stock I like is this one from amazon - it's not expensive and i use it for bases and card layers. The 80 works well for me. But there is a 100 available also. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JGGQIVI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I want to thank you for your videos. This is my second year into retirement I take care of my mother and I need some thing to help me relax.
@@algaburleson5315 I did exactly the same thing. I had dabbled in card making before that and was not enthused. But now I am totally in love with it. Perhaps think about some card/magazine kits. They have a lot of inspiration and a lot of supplies included. Search UK card/magazine kits and see what you find.
Hi Julia,
I am having trouble with my Nuvo crystal drops. I have placed the dots of various sizes on a piece of acetate, and let them dry for a couple of days. They have dried very flat, and I cannot remove them from the acetate without damaging the edges of the dots. Sometimes half the dot stays on the acetate when trying to remove them, and it is very frustrating. When you were removing your dots they appeared to be so easy. Why then am I having this difficulty..., could it be that the liquid in the bottle is too runny? The enamel dots I have are certainly not want I want to put on my cards! I appreciate your help, thank you Julia.
Have a blessed day crafting!
Hi Gloria - Are these dots all out of one bottle? This has not happened to me with Nuvo. However I had it happen with another brand. Also, not all acetate is the same with release. My suggestion is to roll your finger under the acetate and see if they will pop off the top that way. Mine usually flip right off. Which specific drops are you using? If I have that specific one I will try mine here. Let me know? I am Sorry you are having difficulty. Julia
@@SeniorSusieStamps Thank you Julia for replying to my distress call!
Yes, I am creating the dots out of the one bottle. I used Nuvo Crystal Drops Gloss - Oyster Grey. A little earlier I made a few more dots, but placed some petroleum jelly on the acetate first. I am not sure whether that was a wise thing to do, but I am trying everything and getting somewhat frustrated. Nuvo drops are very new to me, and I am still trying to get comfortable using them.
In your demonstration you used a plastic page protector with the gridded cardstock insert, were you able to remove the dots from that easily? Thank you for your time, and help.
God's richest blessings.
@@gloriaonesimus6244 I find the heavy duty sheet protector works really well. You can see the grid through it, it's large enough to do a variety of dots. It also is very flexible to flip the dots off. I don't have that Nuvo but I am ordering it today. Will let you know when I have it to work with. Please don't get frustrated, set it aside and let me try on this end. Sometimes there are rocks in the road...keep your chin up! Julia
I ordered the Nuvo drops and they should be here Thursday evening.
@@SeniorSusieStamps Good morning Julia,
I might be frustrated, but I am determined that this little bottle of Nuvo drops won't beat me. This morning I attempted to remove the dots from the greased acetate sheet, and it was pretty useless as well as the edges were still sticking to the acetate sheet. I also got to thinking it was a stupid idea anyway as the greasy dots wouldn't adhere to any glues!
Last night I decided to watch some other crafters videos on these drops to see what they do, and one lady used her craft sheet. I thought WOW... I have one of those, so before bed last night I placed six drops onto my craft sheet.
(I was using my craft sheet for ink blending, but not any more since I purchased a Tonic glass media mat.)
It hasn't been 24 hours, but I was too curious... I went in this morning and gently attempted to move one, and it moved freely... So maybe a craft sheet is another surface that can be used especially if people are having the same problems.
Julia, you are so sweet to purchase the same Nuvo Crystal Drops, and I will be very interested with your results. I also might try your idea with the plastic sheet protector.
Remember me saying that my first attempt where the dots spread on the acetate sheet, and were very flat? I wonder if that is because I didn't lift the bottle up high enough to give the dots height. We all learn from our mistakes, and I really do appreciate your help. Thank you so much Julia.
God's richest blessings, Gloria
@@gloriaonesimus6244 Oh I am so glad you had success. I was thinking since you are new to Nuvo, you might have the tip too close and just spreading it out too much. Some acetate is just a different composition, I guess that is why I settled on the heavy weight sheet protectors. Will let you know when I get my drops in...have a wonderful week! Julia
Can you use Stickles?
Thanks for asking! You can use Stickles, but they are totally different in the outcome. The Stickles are more flat and rough. But you can pull them off and glue them on and go just like I do with these. The Stickles I would be more inclined to use as flower centers. There is a pic over on the facebook page - scroll down...and Come back soon!!
How clever!
Thanks Patricia and Welcome to My Channel! I am trying another storage experiment and will do a follow up video to this one after Christmas Cards get finished. So, Come Back Soon!!
Can you use Stickles? I think they are pretty much the same.
Not sure - I have some and will try it. Check on Senior Susie Stamps facebook page - I'll post it there tomorrow and let you know. Come back soon!!
@@SeniorSusieStamps I tried and my stickles glitter glue did not work. Anxious to see your results.
@@lynntjerne3826 I have some drying now. But I can tell you already that they are not rounding out nicely like the Nuvo drops. Will check in tomorrow after they have a chance to dry.
@@lynntjerne3826 Just posted my results on the fB page... Thank you again for asking!
I do this too but put them on a silicone sheet. 😀
I use mine all the time!
I use perlier beads and melt in oven low heat .
I haven't tried that, but have seen some videos on it.
cool beans
I thought so too! Come back soon!!
Thank you for sharing this great and easy technique have a blessed day
Hi Brenda and Welcome to My Channel. I have found over the past year that using heavy weight sheet protectors with gridline insert works best. Keep them flat on the sheet protector. They come easy!
What a great idea. Thanks
You are so welcome! I find that if you store them flat where they stay kinda separated it works best. Come back soon!!