DIY Gilded Book Edge | Sea Lemon

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After some research on various metallic applications, here are two of my favorite easy methods for gilding book edges!

❋ Traditional gilding method by Papercut Bindery - http://papercutbindery.blogspot.com/2...

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• Metallic gilding waxes and paint pens don't stay on the page edges. When dry, they still rubbed or cracked off.

• Most liquid gilding paint is fine for decorative pieces which have no contact with skin or food. The toxic cancer-causing warning on the label is enough for me to not use them on hands-on projects — like a book. When choosing a gold paint, read the labels and try to use a non-toxic paint.

• Use opaque paints so that you only have to do one coat. Multiple coats will make the pages stick together.

• Use spray paint that is good quality and ideal for crafts to prevent peeling. Krylon and Valspar are good brands.

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