Helmar Creative Team

Quick, Cute Card!

Today I will show you how to create this cute card 

To start a card like this choose a card base and some pattern papers as well as some matching paper embellishments.

I have used premium craft glue to attach all my paper layers together and stick to the card base.

Next step is to use the scrap dots to add dimension to the paper embellishments.

Allow the scrap dots to dry overnight so they are firm and solid for posting I have then added some gems as an added sparkle and a darkroom door word title Now you have created one quick and cute card why not go on and create a few more!

Happy crafting!

Creating with Fabric

Hello Helmar fans, today my share is a layout created with Fabric and for those who know me they know i am not really a sewing person, I would rather use sewing stamps as actually sew but what I have discovered is that Helmar actually has 2 Fabric glues in their range and they work exceptionally well in crafting.

For my layout I have used fabric for all but the base layer. As you will be able to see from the image below I have scrunched a layer of fabric onto my base layer. I have held this in place using Helmar Fabric Glue.

Then to create my elements for my layout I have used Helmar Fabric Stiffener & Draping Glue  to make my leaves for the flowers I cut the leaf shape out of fabric then on the front of the leaf I painted it with an old paint brush with Helmar Fabric Stiffener & Draping Glue then I laid the leaves on to a stick to give some curves to dry. for my flowers i painted them again and placed them onto old small jars to again achieve a curve then when dried layered them up and stuck them together using the  Helmar Fabric Stiffener & Draping Glue.

Once I had created all my elements I then proceeded to layer up my cluster on my layout using the Helmar Fabric Stiffener & Draping Glue to hold it all together.

 

I would say that if you are like me and not a sewer then these 2 products are simply amazing and well worth purchasing, your fingers do get sticky and messy, I believe it is well worth the time and effort.

Happy Crafting Kim Kendell    
   

Good Times

Hello everyone, 

Welcome to a creative crafty layout created by myself today using the second best glue Helmar create the Premium Craft Glue.

This glue will secure just about everything as shown on this layout. 

To start my layout I choose a photo then choose some pattern papers and a card stock that will suit. 

I have chosen to multi mount my photo increasing the paper sizes each layer by 1/4 inch. 

In most of my layouts that require dimension I use scrap cardboard pieces. 

Next step is to find some co ordinating embellishments including some beautiful Prima flowers and my chipboard titles which I have embossed.

I have mounted my flowers on scrap cardboard as well. 

Lastly I have added my chipboard titles 2 different pieces used together to make the pages title: 

Good Times Today 

Paradise

Hello Helmar fans, today I will be sharing a layout with you where I have used lots of earthy elements and have found that Helmar 450 Quick dry Glue is just simple the best product on the market.

My layout was designed to have dimension and texture and this requires a super strong glue to be used, it contains grass, twigs, shells and feathers, plus many more elements. I feel that the earthy elements used just added to the layout giving a realism to the project.

Something that I absolutely love to do is be able to run my fingers over a project and feel the depth and texture of the elements use it brings the work to life. 

Looking at this image below you can see how I have captured the depth and to hold this together I needed to use Helmar 450 Quick dry Glue the superior strength of the glue has allowed for heavier elements to be used.

In the next image I have used Helmar 450 Quick dry Glue to hold the twigs together and the also hold the string in place as it dries clear you generally can't see it I only speared it to hold the string in place.

And to add the title to my layout I also used Helmar 450 Quick dry Glue.

You have have realised by now that I am absolutely sold on on Helmar 450 Quick dry Glue. 

Happy crafting see you on my next post.

Kim Kendell 

    
  

Lovely lace

This is a very quick but so effective crafty creation!

I started with a Maya Road Lace zip up purse that I purchased at a clearance sale.

First thing was to spray the Lace purse with the Helmar Crystal Kote Fixative Sealer so none of my paints or glues seep through to the inside of the purse. 

I placed the purse over an old jar and took it outside into 

a well ventilated area to spray.

Left it to sit outside for about 1/2 hour to dry and air. 

Once dry, I inked it using a pretty Bo Bunny gold mist spray and then let this dry. 

Once dry I found some black lace trims and some plastic bead trims to decorate the purse with. 

I have used Helmar 450 Quick Drying glue to attach all the trims. 

I have finished off the purse with the attachment of a metal flower charm and a pearl split pin attached with some Helmar Quick drying glue. 

She Baby Scrapbooking Layout

Hello Helmar Fans, Raelene with you Today.
After what is a really long break from scrapbooking for me I am so excited to be back scrapping and couldn't resist starting with this adorable photo of my Granddaughter when she met her cousin, she was about 18 months old here and just loved to chat away in her own language but amongst her babble we heard the words She Baby so that is the title of my layout.
Now to share with you how I created it.
First I grabbed out my very limited amount of pink scrapbooking supplies and created a bit of a page kit with scraps and 6x6 papers. 
I just started gluing layers to my matted photo with my favourite glue for scrapbooking - Helmar Acid Free Glue

 

Then I added my embellishments, the chipboard stickers weren't sticking so I added some Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive to ensure they stayed glued down for a lifetime.

I fussy cut a little onesie from some paper and adhered it down with Helmar Liquid Scrap Dots to give it some nice height.

I was really happy with my layout and then I wrote my journaling and was no longer happy so painted over my background with some pearlescent white paint and added some spats of ancient shimmery sprays that are in my stash.  I like how the journaling is still visible but no longer jumping out at you now.

Are you having a creative block like I was?  Just grab out some coordinating supplies and print a photo you love and start playing.  I find it really helps.

Beautiful Paper Bows

 

Today's project is quite simple and easy to make but it is a lovely touch to any project and just nice to have a few in your stash!

What you will need:

Helmar Craft Glue, Assorted cardstocks (I just used some leftover pieces) and a bow pattern/die/cut-out.

You can easily search on Google for a bow pattern if you don't have one, there are many available to easily cut out. I used a cut file from the Cricut Design Studio.

Generally with a bow pattern you would have a couple of layers to add dimension, if your bow does not have this option simply just one by hand slightly smaller than the bow.

 

 

Once you have cut out your bow pieces you may like to 'curve' your paper by running your finger and thumb over the bow parts to help the paper to curve better.

 

 

On the reverse side of your top piece, apply Helmar Craft glue and then carefully line it up on top of your base piece and glue down.

 

 

Once this is dry, apply Helmar Craft Glue to the reverse side of the middle of your bow and then curve one end of your bow piece towards the center and adhere and then the other end overlapping the first end. Hold for a couple of minutes until the glue has secured the bow.

 

 

While this part is drying you can layer up and glue any other components for your bow such as the tails and knot.

 

 

Glue the knot to the center front of your bow and then once this has dried you can glue the ends to the back along with the tails.

 

And there you have it, a very simple and sweet little bow to decorate with. You can add little flower centers to the knots or just leave them the way they are and you can also curve the tails if desired. It's wonderful to have a variety of colours and sizes made up for future projects.

 

Thank you so much for visiting the Helmar Blog today and I do hope you found this tutorial useful.

Take care 

Jeanette xxx

Quirky shelf unit

Hi everyone and welcome to another creative post using our favourite glues and adhesives 

with Helmar!

Today's creation is a set of MDF stepped shelves suitable for the top of a desk. 

I started with my MDF project and gathered all my bits I needed to complete this project including some quirky papers, gesso, and Helmar craft adhesive. 

I have wiped the MDF board all over to remove any dust. 

Traced around the outside edges of the shelf pieces onto the back of the paper. 

And applied a thin coat of white gesso to all the MDF pieces.

While the Gesso was drying I Cut out the paper pieces with Scissors.     

Then using the Acid Free craft glue which I decanted into a small dish I applied the glue to the MDF  board using a paint brush. 

I then gently layer the papers on top of the MDF boards gently moving it into place before applying pressure to secure the paper to the board. 

Once all the papers are attached to the MDF boards pieces I have taken them all outside and given them a good coat with the Crystal Kote Gloss Varnish spray it adds a nice sheen to the finished project. 

Once all the pieces were dry I have added more glue along the edges and in the joins and assembled the stepped shelf unit together. 

And that is how you make a nice little stepped shelf unit for use on your desk. 

Recycled Rose Journal

As most could of guessed by my posts I love to recycle or upcycle things, so over a period of time I have collected some strange pieces of cardboard and assorted different papers with the intentions of creating an Art Journal with them.

Well guess what I have created...

Materials needed to create a similar project 

2 A4 MDF boards

2 sheets of decoupage paper

assorted flowers, metal embellishments

assorted cardboards, mailing envelopes, fancy thick papers

black acrylic paint 

Art alchemy wax

Helmar Spray Adhesive

Helmar Krystal Kote Matte Varnish

Helmar 450 Quick Dry Adhesive

Helmar 3 Dimensiol Scrap Dots


I started with 2 MDF boards and 2 sheets of decoupage papers by Little Birdie.

Using Helmar Spray Adhesive I sprayed both the paper and the board and stuck them together.

I allowed this to dry doesn’t take long at all.

Next step was to paint my MDF boards and the edges with a Matte Black paint blending around the edges of the decoupaged front board.

To protect my MDF painted boards and the decoupaged front board I took my pieces outside and sprayed thoroughly with Helmar Krystal Kote Matte Varnish.

While this was drying or should I say airing because it does omit some toxic fumes (so always spray outside), I started on my decoupage rose piece for the front board.

I have fussy cut this out and then just broke the paper fibres with my stylus to allow the image to sit with a bit of shape. 

I have used scrap dots to secure my decoupaged roses onto the front board image. 

I then decided this project needed some kind of mixed media embellishing.

So I  have cut some ball and chain pieces to use as the flower stems and also added a recycled butterfly piece off a hair band from an op shop all attached with Helmar 450 Quick Dry adhesive.

Used a bit of Art Alcamey wax to add some colour around the board edges and to define the 3D flowers. 

Now onto the recycled pages what a collection I have.

I use the boards to mark the position of where the holes need to be punched and then re enforced all my assorted papers with some cellophane tape to help protect the holes from tearing.

To attach all my pages I have used 2 screw apart threaded DRings. 

Once my album was all completed I finished up with a nice fabric flower on the front.

And that is how you create a recycled journal out of any and all papers and cardboard pieces.

Thanks and please share!

Paperclip Corsets

This month's project is a favourite of mine and I've made them in different forms over the years, little corset paperclips for your journals or other crafting projects.

What you will need:

Helmar Craft Glue, decorative cardstock, smallpieces of lace, yarn and fabric, scissors and if you desire you can use some glitter glue.

To start with decide on your corset image, I used a couple of pre-printed images from the Stamperia paperline 'Princess', I also had some dressform die cuts that I trimmed off at the hip line. If you don't have these things you can quite easily find an image online or just draw your own corset shape.

After cutting my shapes out I chose a backing cardstock. I placed my corset (right side facing me) on top of the cardstock (right side facing down) and traced around the corset. Remember if you are making more than one to mark (on the inside) which corset it belongs to.

I then played around with my laces etc to find the right colours and textures to go with each little corset. My rough measurements are that the 'skirt' will be about two to three times the length  of the corset. If you wanted to make little ballet tutus you would use much shorter pieces.

Using my Helmar Craft Glue and on the reverse side of the image. start to glue the laces etc on, remember the first pieces glued on will be the most visible pieces once you finish so you need to glue these on upside down, be sure to keep flipping the corset over to see how it is looking as you go. Layer your laces and trims and try to have the heaviest/thickest ones last.

 

Once you have glued them all on, flip your corset over and trim any overhanging edges.

Now to work on the paperclip part.  Using the cardstock piece you cut out earlier for the backing, mark a little indent at the top which is the width of the paperclip and cut it out carefully. This is so that the paperclip will not be seen from the front of the corset. Slide your paperclip over the backing cardstock. I like to have the longer part glued inside the corset.

 

On the inside, very generously apply your Helmar Craft Glue all over the paperclip and cardstock and glue the two sides together, press them firmly and allow time for the glue to dry.

 

Once the glue is dry you can decorate your corsets according to your taste and how they will be used. Please remember that if you are going to use them in a book/journal you will need to keep them as flat as you can, I used glitter glues and lace on mine.  You could also make up some 'plain' corsets in advance to be used in future projects.

 

Once everything is dry you can trim up your skirts if needed, I like mine looking 'shabby' so only a little trimming was needed.

Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by the Helmar Blog today and I hope you have enjoyed this little tutorial and will consider making some for yourself or as gifts for others. They are also great to use as bag toppers or even to put on the front of a card.

Take care and have a lovely day xxx

Jeanette