Problems with glaze

[Former_Member]

Hi, I've been experimenting with these and whereas the ones I have made with fabric have come out quite well, I'm having trouble with using paper images.

1. When printing the images, they are MUCH darker than they appear on the computer screen (it is a brand new ink cartridge in the printer right now). My images are the exact size needed for the pendant and my images are 300 ppi. The images are darker on normal paper and on photo paper. On photo paper, the images smudge during printing also. Is there any setting I can alter on the printer? Should I use card instead? Should I try another printer?

2. When I adhere the images to glass tiles using diamond glaze, they seem to be "streaky" and I can see marks, caused by the glaze, between the tile and the image. Is there any way I can solve this problem?

Thank you for any and all help you are able to offer! :)

[Former_Member]

Try using a thin cardstock and as for the color you'll have to check your computer settings. Off hand I can't help you since I am at work but I have had this issue as well. PLENTY.

Make sure you are using enough DG. Don't worry about access falling out, use a Q-Tip to clean it up and then use the exacto knife to trim off your edges.

[Former_Member]

Ive never had this problem with smudging and I use anniehowes glaze (on etsy) rather than diamond. Less bubbles in it too. It could be your ink. I also print at fedex for 39 cents for an 8x11 glossy paper.

[Former_Member]

I find that using more DG just makes more smears, hm...

I've actually solved the problem now by using a cheaper adhesive (that was initially bought to glue the bails to the backs of the pendants). It takes longer to dry but it leaves no streaks, smears and dries clear :)

I'm also printing my pics professionally now, even though it's annoying that the colour on my computer is so much brighter, so I have to edit to compensate!

Thanks for the assistance though!

[Former_Member]

I print my photos professionally also. It is annoying to have to go down to Fedex to print but its worth it. I use E6000 to glue bails on, what are you using?

[Former_Member]

E6000 here as well

[Former_Member]

I really need help. I am getting so frustrated making my glass tile pendants. No matter what combination I use (I've tried everything suggested) the pictures either smear or if they don't smear, they won't stick. The picture comes right off. Can anyone please help me out?
So far, I've tried printing on glossy water resistant paper then I use Preserve it to coat it. Once that is dry, I have tried using diamond glaze and triple thick. It peels right off. I've also tried using micro glaze over the picture on several different types of paper but it too, peels right off. I've been trying many combinations for a few weeks and I am getting frustrated.

I would love any help that anyone can offer :)

Thank you in advance,
Susan

[Former_Member]

I am having MAJOR issues with the MicroGlaze preventing the Sun and Moon glaze from sticking to my projects. The back has peeled off some and then others the glass has slid completely off after glazing and drying. I can't sell products like this. Please help.

[Former_Member]

If you're using a bezel to set your pictures in, you can use transparent packing tape and cover both sides. This prevents your images from smearing.
I too go to FedEx to have mine printed but I have found that laser printer ink smears a lot more than inkjet.
That being said, I used to have such a problem and issue with all the glaze stuff smearing or having bubbles that I finally switched to the epoxy stickers. I really didn't like the way they looked at first and it seemed like they didn't fit very well either. Finally, I realized that you have to stick the epoxy sticker to the image first an smooth out any air. Then, I trim just a little (and I mean a little) off the edges. They fit perfectly after that. You may still want to seal the back of the image with clear packing tape, just in case your glue or glaze wants to soak through and then I just use super glue to seal it in and it really stays!
Hope some of this helps! I do alot of tile pendant necklaces so I'm just speaking from trial and error!

[AnnieHowes]

I wanted to pop in and tell you all about Glamour Seal, a new glaze that allows you to use ink jet prints without worrying about your images smearing.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/122499975/glamour-seal-for-ink-jet-prints-the-best

I've tested this product one several papers using a Canon ink jet printer that uses dye-based inks (the most common type of ink, pigment based being the less common type), on both matte and glossy paper.

Glamour Seal is an absolute dream on matte photo paper and dries in under 15 minutes which is much faster than that water based glazes.

Glamour Seal also produced fewer (if any) silver spots on matte paper.

While it worked on glossy paper, most glossy paper is more plastic than paper, so it took longer to dry and I experienced more silvery spots.

Glamour Seal allows for faster production, requires less glaze to do the job, and gives you the flexibility to use both color laser prints AND ink jet prints.

xo,
Annie

[3BeadDesigns]

Hi Annie--I just bought the Glamour Seal. I tried it on about half dozen pendants and it was foggy white under the glass for about a week. Then, once it dried I had huge silver spots. Not sure what I'm doing wrong with it but my Diamond Glaze is never white/foggy looking.

[SoraMoonStudio]

I love Glamour Seal to glue the glass to the picture.  It works great with very few bubbles and silver streaks,but when I glued the cab to the tray , 100% of the pendants got so cloudy. What the heck. I’ll wait for 24 hours to see if the cloudy look goes away. 

I will probably glue the cabs in the tray with E-6000.  Too bad I can’t post pics of the cloudy cabs.

[AnnieHowes]

Hi Lara,

I have a paper recommendation on the listing for Glamour Seal that works with all color inkjet printers. It's the Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper, Matte, 51#.

If your papers are cloudy after 10 minutes, it's because you used the wrong paper, most likely a glossy paper. Glossy papers and glass pendants will cause more problems regardless of which adhesive you use. Believe me, I've tried countless times and trapped air is always a problem with glossy paper.

The Epson paper I mentioned can be found at any Office Depot, Staples, Office Max store. It can be purchased online. It's readily available and is beautiful to print on, and it will solve your problems with trapped air, cloudiness, etc.

The key to making a great product is to use the right material combination.

Diamond Glaze is water based and it's great for some applications. But it's water based, prone to bubbles, and is going to smear your inkjet prints. Glamour Seal is not going to cause problems if you follow my advice in the listing description.

Here's what people have recently said about Glamour Seal (from public feedback):

"Finally! A product that seals the pictures for my glass jewelry, but doesn't make the colors bleed. I've tried countless different ways, but this is the first product that does exactly what it said it would. It works like a charm and only a small amount is needed so it will last a really long time!"

"Worked as described! Great for inkjet prints and other printed paper."

"Love this so much!! Thank you!"

Feel free to send me a PM if you need quicker assistance, =)

xo,
Annie

[Former_Member]

Hello Everyone,
I just purchased some glass tiles from Sun and Moon the large ones so I can make refrigerator magnets with playing cards I have. I glued the first one last nite, woke up today with one that the card had a huge, oblong bubble in the middle. No way of saving it so I took it off. It ruined this great card. I used tacky glue which seemed to work on the other two but this one it did not. It was still very wet as well. I have other glues but this one dries clear.
Any advice out there before I ruined more of my collectible playing cards?
Greatly appreciate any advice,
Terry

[AnnieHowes]

Hi Terry,

It sounds like the paper buckled, which it can do when it gets wet from the adhesive. Try clamping the glass to the paper using a plastic "Bessy" clamps. Here's a link to the type of clamp I'm talking about: http://www.amazon.com/2-Inch-Plastic-Clamp-4-Pieces/dp/B0081A46WO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380691120&...

Place a piece of sturdy cardstock on the paper side to evenly distribute the pressure and clamp until the adhesive is dry. That could help.

I can't vouch for your adhesive, I haven't used it.

[garbageofthegalaxy]

Hey everyone. So far I've made about 10 pendants and only 1 came out nicely. (I purchased everything from sun and moon and am using their glaze) At first I ordered all of my images with a matte finish, not right away, but after a day or two the images started to bleed and these huge bubbles formed. Everything looked perfect at first. Because of this I decided to go down to FedEx and have them print me out some glossy and cardstock pictures. I'm getting lots of tiny bubbles with the cardstock and only one or two with the glossy photo. What am I doing wrong?! Is it the glaze? Should I just use E6000? Is it the type of paper I'm using? The guy at FedEx suggested trying this thin glossy magazine-like paper they have. I just don't want to waste any more money. I've read tons of stuff on this and I don't know what to do. I'm getting frustrated and I just want to be able to dial this down. Suggestions would be awesome!

[Former_Member]

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[Former_Member]

Hi everyone, I've just started experimenting with resin and making jewellery with glass cabochons.... I'm based in Australia and because I am in a smaller town, I have to order in supplies. I tried some resin from a local hardware store (bunnings) and it gave me a terrible headache even though the room was well ventilated. It was such a painfully messy process that I'm reluctant to try it again (I was a bit silly not using a mask but I learnt my lesson). It looks quite cool, but it was still a bit soft after 48 hours and didn't dome nicely.

I've also used the glass cabochons and they look like they have a much better finish for what I want, but I am yet to find an adhesive that works with no bubbling. Can anyone recommend an adhesive that works well? I was considering purchasing from overseas but a local Australian supplier would be great too. Has anyone tried using Annie Howes glamour stickies?

Thanks so much,

Brenda

[AnnieHowes]

Shelby, f you are using inkjet prints, try Glamour Seal. Water based glazes will ruin your inkjet prints. The best paper by far is the Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper (matte) 51 lb, which can be used with all inkjet printers.
Your prints will look amazing.

Brenda, if you are having problems with bubbles, it could be technique, product, or paper. You want the smoothest paper that is not glossy. Glossy paper is the worst for bubbles (silver spots). Apply enough pressure to the back of the paper while looking through the glass to address problem areas.

Send me a convo if you have further questions. =)

[Former_Member]

Im using the Glamour Seal by Annie Howes and im making necklaces on mod podge paper..every time i make one you can see the glue on top of the picture. How do i get rid of those glue spots?

[AnnieHowes]

Hi Lauren,

Try using more Glamour Seal. That should go the trick.

[Former_Member]

Hi,

I have been reading the discussion threads and as a newbie I did a lot of research online to try and find the best method that works for me. Not to mention I hate getting messy so here is what works the best for me. I place my cut images in the xryon adhesive sticker machine. I then have a on image that has adhesive on the image side. I gently peel back the sticker and adhere the image to the glass tile and burnish with a burnishing tool to get rid of all of the air bubbles. If I'm placing the tile in a pendant tray I use an Annie Howes glamour stickie to adhere the tile to the tray. If I am no placing th tile in a tray then I seal the back of the tile with glamour seal which I purchase from Annie Howes. Allow to dry completely then attach a bail, once dry then I attach a ball chain or another chain of choice.

As for the paper I print all of my projects in my ink jet printer using epson heavy weight matte finish paper and allow it to dry covered with a sheet of plain white paper for 24 hours before I use any of the images. By using adhesive stickers I do not have to seal the images prior to using them. No muss no fuss, no running of colours, or streaks. If you don't want to use stickers then glamour seal by Annie Howes is made for use with ink jet printed images.

Cheers,

Colleen

[Mega3dStlHub]

I thought I would jump in here because I personally have come to the conclusion that the silvery spots are not caused by the glaze but by the glue you are using on the back. I could be wrong but it seems to me if I use E6000 to glue my pandant in place on a light background the silver background will bleed through.

[Hidden6emsBoutique]

Hello everyone! I am actually here for a different problem. I've tried a ton of products from resin to diamond glaze and nothing seems to prevent scratches or nicks. Could someone please help! What do you all use? I cannot sell my products like this.

[hopeandarrow]

Annie, i am still having problems with my glamour seal and can't figure out how to fix it. It's hit or miss Bc sometimes they turn out great but most of the time all my pendants end up cloudy or the ink smears on the paper. I'm using the Epson paper you recommended, I wait a day after printing before I glue it down, I use the recommended amount. I'm stumped. Please help! 😬