Metal Leafing - Gold Leaf and Variegated Metal Leaf for Gourds and Other Crafts

Metal leafing adds elegance to gourds, stamping, scrapbooking, greeting cards and other crafts.

Mona Lisa metal leafing is available in gold and striking variegated colors to create vibrant effects. Use with the heat-activated glue or for small, detail areas try the Zig embossing pen, both can be found below.

It's always been my goal to try to offer the best quality and variety as well as very competitive pricing on everything I sell and I hope you enjoy using these products as much as I do.

Please go to my Gourd Crafts 101 tutorial for information on how to use embossing powder.

Metal Leaf and Adhesive size (glue) for gourd art, stampers, scrapbookers and other crafters

Mona Lisa metal leaf offers a great variety of choices from the solid metallic's such as gold to the four different variegated colors that really add pizzazz to any project.

Use metal leaf to enhance gourd art. It can be used for scrapbooking, stamping and other crafts. Metal leaf will work on leather, metal, glass and many other materials.

Metal leaf is easy to use and can enhance any project.

NOTE: It is recommended to use a sealer on metal leaf to help prevent oxidation, tarnishing or deteriorating from handling. You can seal with acrylic sprays, such as clear Americana Finishes Spray or a traditional shellac finish which is a favorite of my husband. It is always a good idea to seal any leafed project with a minimum of two coats of sealer or varnish. Spray sealers such as Krylon clear coat will maintain more of the leaf original brilliance and color. Brush on sealers will deepen the color of the leaf. For a decorative object that will not be handled much, like a picture frame, the spray sealer is the best choice. For an object that might be handled frequently or be subject to extra wear, the brush-on sealer will give more protection. It's always best to experiment with sealers on a sample before using it on a good piece of art.

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	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 25 sheets Gold Leaf Mona Lisa metal leafing products are made from the finest German materials, and are recognized as some of the best metal leafing metals available. They are perfect for home decor, decoupage, or stenciling. Use it on gourds, wood, ceramic, metal, plaster of paris, glass, plastic, and paper. Basic instructions included. Sheets are 5 1/2 in. x 5 1/2 in. Composition Gold Leaf is made up of copper and zinc which, when combined, closely resemble the pure finish of authentic gold metals. Imitation gold will darken (antique) if left uncoated. The imitation silver is made from aluminum and will not tarnish or fade. Mona Lisa Metal Leaf comes in packs of 25 sheets. MSRP: $9.50 OUR PRICE: $8.95
	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 18 sheets Assorted Variegated BEST SELLER Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets are micro-thin sheets of metal separated by pages of tissue. Many of these metal leaf styles are "composition" imitation (made from metals other than those listed as the "color"). Now you can afford that special, high end, look without the expense of precious metals. 18 assorted color sheets. Sheet size 5 1/2"x 5 1/2". Contains 6 sheets each: Red, Black, and Green (Note: it does not contain red). Will tarnish with age if not sealed. MSRP: $15.95 OUR PRICE: $14.95
	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 6 sheets Black Variegated Same as above but black MSRP: $7.75 OUR PRICE: $6.95	Color
	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 6 sheets Blue Variegated Same as above but blue MSRP: $7.75 OUR PRICE: $6.95
	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 6 sheets Green Variegated Same as above but green MSRP: $7.75 OUR PRICE: $6.95
	Mona Lisa Metal Leaf Sheets 6 sheets Red Variegated Same as above but red MSRP: $7.75 OUR PRICE: $6.95
	Palette Stamp and Stick Glue Pad Kit Contains Glue pad & 1/2 oz. Refill Bottle It is a clear, heat-activated adhesive solution for applying metal leaf, glitter, metallic pigments. It is also perfect for embossing, accent or chalk powders or to a rubber stamped image. Create dynamic effects for scrapbooks, cards, home decor items, gourd art and so many other applications. The Stamp and Stick Glue is suitable for all types of surfaces. You can apply this glue to the Stamp & Stick Glue Pad, applicator cubes or you can use it with a paint brush for intricate areas. Use the refill replace your depleted glue on your applicator cube. You must heat set the glue with a embossing heat tool until the glue is no longer shiny, it will be sticky to accept your dry mediums. This is the NO MUSS, NO FUSS way adhesive to use with metal leafing, embossing powders and accent powders! Tips for using the glue: 1. FYI: when the directions say heat until tacky...it actually means heat to activate. I have found that it is virtually impossible to overheat it; you're more likely to burn your paper. However, this also means that it must be heat set all the way. Any patches of wet ink will cause whatever media you apply to it, to smear. 2. When you're working with gold leaf, pearl powders and chalks, we have found that these can be applied to a variety of surfaces. The gold leaf looks especially brilliant on black linen paper, but it can also be used on glass, gourds, plastic, a leather picture album, finished and un-finished wood. 3. Glitter, however must be used on a non-porous surface. Of all the media that we are talking about, glitter is the one that wants to stick the least. It needs that extra oomph, if you will, to hold. 4. So, when starting, stamp your image with the glue pad or applicator cube and heat to activate. This usually takes between 20-30 seconds, depending on the size of the image. When done, check to make sure that there aren't any spots of wet ink, and then apply your media. MSRP: $11.60 OUR PRICE: $11.00	Size
	Palette Stamp and Stick Glue Clear Refill 1/2 oz. Refill Bottle This is a refill bottle for the above kit MSRP: $4.60 OUR PRICE: $4.40	Size
	Zig ^® Emboss Twin Tip Pen Carded Fine and Chisel Tip BEST SELLER ZIG ^® Emboss Pen is a clear water based ink that is designed for maximum adherence with all types of embossing and pigment powders, metal leafing and glitter. Each Twin Tip pen features two compatible tip styles in one. Use with rubber stamps for adding special details or alone for making illuminated letters, fancy borders and fun doodles. Other applications include gourd art, invitations, scrapbooks, framed photo mats, memory crafts and stationery. Fine & Chisel Tips. Carded MSRP: $3.50 OUR PRICE: $3.20