Die cut PolyShrink Leaves
PolyShrink type: Translucent & Black
Die cut: Sissix, Jungle Leaves
Finished size- maximum length, 1 inch
Art Supplies:
Translucent- decorating chalks
Black- Glimmer Chalks
Sand a sheet of Translucent PolyShrink.
Cut the sheet into quarters. These pieces will fit easily into the die cutter. Die cut the shapes. If you want mirror image versions of the shapes, position the PolyShrink with the sanded side up one time and down the next.
You can use any brand of decorating chalks you like for this project. They should be the type that is soft enough to release pigment when rubbed with your finger.
Remember that after shrinking, colors will intensify. A moderate application will be plenty.
Check that the shape is positioned with the sanded side up.
Rub your finger across the first color you want to use. (Foam tip makeup applicators can be used instead.)
Transfer the color to the PolyShrink shape.
Wipe your finger tip on a dry towel between colors.
Select another color...
...and add it to the shape.
Add a third color (and more if desired).
See below for baking tips.
As above, be sure that you add the Glimmer chalks to the sanded side of the die cut shapes.
Handle pieces by the edges as much as possible.
Bake the shapes. Oven baking is often easiest if you need to bake numerous small pieces like these.
Using a spray sealer after baking is recommended. Please see our Sealers Page for more information.