I mentioned in my last post that I bought $50.00 worth of vintage German glass glitter. I received it in the mail yesterday and was so excited to try it out. These pictures really do not do this glitter justice…
Comparing it to the banner I did a few weeks ago with spray glitter…well, it really doesn’t even compare. The spray glitter is only shiny and flat.
The vintage German glass glitter sparkles and adds dimension to these letter. I am going to glitter everything!
The downside to this glitter is it’s expensive and it’s real glass. This means it looks gorgeous, but you have to be very careful when working with it and it’s not for kid’s crafts.
I had some Cricut difficulties (and they’re sending me a new housing for my deep cut blade), so I couldn’t cut through the chipboard I purchased to give the letters stability. It was too thick and my blade wasn’t cutting deep enough. I needed thinner chipboard. The problem is, I live in a town with 2 street lights and about 30-45 minutes away from a craft store and I NEEDED to do this project right away! So, I read that cereal boxes are a good substitute…bring out the cereal boxes! (They actually look pretty cool and graphic in this picture. They’d be fun for a birthday banner or something…)
I spray painted them white, applied Elmer’s Glue with a sponge brush, and then spooned the glitter on the letters over a metal baking pan. I gave them about an hour to dry before I threaded the ribbon on.
I am in love. If you’re smitten as well, you can purchase this from Meyer Imports.
This was a test run, but I will soon post a full tutorial along with some suggestions on how to make these if you do not own a Cricut. My mind is also whirling with all of the things I am going to do with this glitter!
I have been putting some time in on my Craig’s List dresser, I custom painted a mailbox for a client and used Mod Podge on a side table for the shop, so I have a lot of things to share… Stay tuned.
PS – To answer some questions about the glitter – I used Silver in the picture, but I also purchased pale blue. I bought 1 lb of each at the wholesale price (because I own my own business and will sell the things I make with it), but you can purchase the glitter in 1 oz portions for only a few dollars. A small amount can go a long way, so I would encourage you to give it a try. 
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I LOOOOOVVVVEEEE it! It is going to look so nice for the holidays! Maybe I can talk the hudster in to letting me by $50 worth of glitter!
I am so glad that you posted this. I have been contemplating getting a cricut for Christmas…but I really want a metal dectector!!!! I know!
I also have read so much about German glasss. I went to the website – is yours the silver?
Lovin' the pale blue, but the white seems fun too!
I love your WISH. I hope your new blade gets there fast.
Rhonda
Oh, I really like these. I think I may try my own with some supplies laying around.
Pretty!
I love it! I have a cricut also, and I am going to have to make one of these!
Oh that looks GORGEOUS! I've been thinking of getting a cricut, but not sure of what all I would use it for. Thanks for posting.
I really like what you did! How many oz. did you purchase and what color glass?
Cricut….hummmm! I'm not sure that is in the budget, but it's good to know it is out there. Thanks!
Wow… I have no idea what I'd do with such a fab product, so I'll be watching you!
I just bought my first bottle of mod podge after watching you work on your little cabinet, so thanks for the inspiration! Now to have the bravery to actually try it..
Donna
Is there anything you can't do
I love that glitter — it's gorgeous!
Lovely! Thank you for the tips!
; )
Julie M.
It looks beautiful!
And there isn't a half-empty food box in my house that I don't eyeball and plan what to make out of it. BUYING craft supplies? Pshaw. Anyone can do that.
It's gorgeous!
You always find the coolest things! I mean, I wouldn't even begin to know where to find something like German glass glitter. You amaze me!
Hugs,
Anne
I'm not sure if I've commented here before but I certainly read every post! Your creativity never ceases to amaze me! This is absolutely darling! Can't wait to see more!
Is that an expensive tool ~ the cricut? I see so many people use one from the blogs I read, and I love how the letters come out {better than trying to use scissors}. This looks great and who knew cereal boxes would work!
There is a huge difference in the glitters. I thought the spray glitter looked great but then I saw the German glass. It looks awesome. It almost give it an aged look.
Happy glittering!!
Stephanie
I adore adore Glass Glitter !! There is something about the look of it that cannot be found in the less expensive glitters ~
I love your project !
xoxo
Lori
Oh wow!! That glass glitter is fabulous!!!! What a difference!!! Don't you just love the Cricut! I have the smaller one but want the bigger one badly!!!
Wow!! I love it! I haven't gotten into banners yet (they look cute, I just haven't taken the plunge) This has absolutely given me a kick in the pants to try it… but with that glitter… wow! Beautiful work (as always)!!
Gorgeous!! I lOVE glitter and this glitter is 2 die 4!!!
LOVE IT!!
Lou Cinda
I am SO there! Thanks for this totally awesome tip!!!!! Me very excited!!!
Kim
Oh that is so pretty… I have a bottle of glitter that I found at a garage sale I may just have to put it to some use now… thanks for the inspiration.
This reminds me of something out of "It's a Wonderful Life" or other vintage Christmasy movies! It's beautiful!
(BTW, as a side note, as a child I was deathly afraid of glitter! Isn't that funny!)
-Grace
Beautiful, and thanks for the link to Meyer Imports. Glass glitter is on my list of things to purchase!
Zuzu
OHHHHHH how pretty! Love the glitter! It makes your letters just pop! Looking forward to seeing more of your glass glitter projects! Dee Dee
The difference is real! So pretty!
That is soooo pretty! I love it. I would love a cricut too! And I'm not even going to look up German glass…not yet anyway. lol But it'll be on my list of things I want!
Have a great rest of the week!
Roeshel
That is divine! Love the extra sparkly glitter!
Robin
All Things Heart and Home
did you cut the letters out from a font on the computer? what is the font name? i love that style.
did you cut the letters out from a font on the computer? what is the font name? i love that style.
So in love with this! It's a year wrong beauty! Thanks for linking and I hope to see you each Wednesday for Show and Tell fun!
Becca
NO Way! That can't be a cereal box! Even though I see it with my own eyes it tis still hard to believe. This is awesome. Love it!
You really can't tell…those are beautiful! I can't wait to see the dresser, mailbox and everything!! Thanks for linking!
~Andy @ Poppies@Play
fabulous.
OMG that is luscious. I think I would glitter everything in site also. you are right the nice stuff really does make a difference.
I adore glitter! That little banner is simply fabulous!!
My husband is going to cry when I tell him we can't throw away cereal boxes now. LOL! That is gorgeous. I so understand the need. to. do. it. now. feeling!
Oh my goodness, that is gorgeous! I think the cereal box is a fabulous repurposeful idea! Would you mind if I featured this project in a Trash to Treasure round-up?
Wow, what a great recycled project…it's absolutely beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing such a neat idea
~Michelle
(Treasure the Moment)
The glass glitter DOES NOT COMPARE to the spray glitter. OK, I'm a glass glitter convert. For real.
There is no comparison between the two glitters. The real glass looks fabulous and vintage like. Wonderful job.
Oh yes!!! Thanks for sharing this one. Gonna go click your "Follow" button and I cannot wait for you to see mine. Don't forget to click "Follow" & "Subscribe" so we can check in on each other often.
Wow! What a great idea! I am going to have to try this.
Did you use the deep cut blade on the cereal boxes? Or the regular blade?
I featured this on my blog for tutorial Tuesday! I hope that that is okay and that you will come stop by! : ) I just love this project!
http://yesmom8.blogspot.com/2009/12/tutorial-tuesday.html