Welcome to day TWO of the Go for the Gold class! I’ll be sharing some SUPER shiny techniques and products today….I think this might actually be the shiniest card I have ever made!
Crackle and Spray
I’ve seen “Croco” called a number of things on the web….Facetten Lack, Crackle Paste, Crackle Paint – all as the same Viva product..I think they changed their packaging at some point, so it has lots of names. (There are other brands too, but I’m only looking at this one.) When I first used it, I didn’t have any of the Haft Grund – the base coat that’s supposed to go under it; it worked, but I wanted to see what the Haft Grund would do for it. It turned out to be a bigger difference than I expected! Watch the video below, or click HERE to see it in HD on YouTube. Then come on back here for more info!
Results of Haft Grund application
The base coat of Haft Grund did two important things to the Craftaboard, which is what I diecut the leaves from. (It’s a chipboard like material that’s softer than chipboard, with a surface that can take lots of interesting techniques.)
- It made the piece flatter. When I tried it with both Craftaboard and regular cardstock, the one without the base coat curled pretty significantly. I’ll be using some of those curled leaves for a project on Periscope today, so be sure to tune in for that broadcast!
- It made the gold brighter. I’m not sure if it’s only because the crackle isn’t as deep, or if the crackle without the base coat sinks into the paper more. But it was definitely a different shade of gold.
I can definitely see applications for with and without the base coat, but it’s sure interesting to find out that when someone says to use it – that maybe I should try it out! 🙂 
Gold Embossing
The card shown uses Delicata Golden Glitz ink with clear embossing powder on it; that’s one way to turn any pigment ink into an embossed look. That’s why I keep a lot of clear EP on hand! But I also tried out Wow Rich Gold and Stampendous Gold— and was surprised that the two looked almost identical. I thought Wow was going to be way better by all I’ve heard online about it! But the Stampendous is a slightly better value, per gram, so if you’ll use the slightly larger jar, it’s a good buy.
Bonus project & testing!
Viva Croco vs Prima Crackle….both lovely but very different! The leaves pictured at the top were diecut after the crackle paste had “set” – so it did smash it down slightly. In the video above, the diecutting was first and was then covered with the paste, so no smushing was involved. 🙂
Your turn!
Don’t forget to go make a card inspired by this class – you can enter one a day all week long to qualify for prizes! Link up over on the sticky post HERE.
Supplies
Below are links to the supplies I’ve used for today’s project; click on the wording to go directly to the item. Affiliate links are used, which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. I truly appreciate your support toward the costs of running this blog! Read more.
I’ve used the clear crackle, but this gold crackle rocks! Thanks for bringing this to our attention for our creative enjoyment.
I love how you compare the products for us, thanks!
I think I prefer the finer texture of the Prima. Perfect for leaves!
The crackle on the leaf is just perfect. Must have!
Another beautiful card. Wish I had all the supplies but budget is cramped right now.
You never cease to amaze me Sandy! Stunning card!
Hi, had to rewatch all the lessons!! I forgot that you gave us a comparison of the two gold embossing powders and the Delicata with clear embossing powder. Shiny stuff! Love this whole week.
My order for some of the elements for this card came today. I cannot wait to PLAY! Thank you Sandy for showing me how to make such an incredible card and to play again. ~Mari~
Gorgous card.
Loving all of your tips and tricks, Sandy! Thanks for sharing and showing all of the techniques and products!
Love the shiny gold leaf card today! I am grateful for you!
Gorgeous leaves, thanks for showing these products, Cathy x
Love the card! Wow! Such different crackles! Thanks for sharing!
those crackle products are all so different. thanks for showing!
Love the gold…..I’m thinking I really need to get some new products. Thanks for sharing
When you said SUPER shiney, you meant SUUPPER shiney! I love all of the gold in today’s class! It was great to see the difference between the Delicata clear embossed stamping and the embossing with the other powders. I am wondering if you can possibly show us a comparison between the Delicata ink and other gold inks. I have the Tsukineko pad and refill. Like you, I am a believer in buying quality products. But, I also like to spend my money on new things, not something I feel like I already have. That being said, if there is a big enough difference, I am all for buying a replacement. Thank you, Sandy! This class was such a wonderful surprise!
Gorgeous!
It’s so absorbing watching you create, Sandy … especially such an amazing shiny, shimmery card … thank you! Anita 🙂
Gorgeous!
I love the crackle on the leaves. The shine is amazing!
Thanks Sandy for the wonderful inspiration you are sharing to pull out all our gold!
Great video! This is reminding me to look at the gold things I have and get them out… like the Delicata Gold pad I have not even opened yet!
Wow- this is gorgeous! Love the crackle!
WOW!! This is so much fun!!! I LOVE the look of the crackle!!
I’ve not been a fan of crackle anything before, but this card has changed my mind. Absolutely stunning!
I love how the background & stenciled side came out. That added the right amount of focus. Nice card. Looking forward to the rest of the class. First two days wonderful.
I love this beautiful card! Thanks for showing the crackle technique. Love it!
Wow! Gorgeous card…love love it… Wonderful tips, thank you so much for this information
Such an amazing gold paste! Love the leaves!
Love the gold shimmery leaves, such a beautiful card. Thanks for tip about the craftboard and crackle base coat too!
Wow oh wow! Love the shimmer, sparkle and that awesome crazy crackle. Thanks for sharing your experiments and gorgeous creations with us Sandy. I love this and want to try it with what I own: thank you Karen x
Love the crackle look. And I’m trying so hard to not buy anything else 🙁
This is the most beautiful card ever! I added so much to my wish list at EH – I just wish they included a cart park so that I could fill my cart with paid product each day, then have it shipped in ONE shipment at the end of the week. I guess that is just too much sugar for a nickel as my Mom said. Shipping is a cost I accept happily but sure wish I could combine orders since I see stuff with each of your posts that I HAVE to get. LOL. just add it to a wish list that gets reduced due to others paying for product before I do. A GOFORTHEGoLD parking lot specially for us is all I want for Christmas since I already have my 2 front teeth.
Oh, no another shopping list for me – love the shiny card! Thanks for all the wonderful videos you do.
This was an awesome tutorial! Thanks so much for this class. I love all the info you give. Thanks for ALL you do
Just beautiful, Sandy! Thanks for sharing so much ‘golden’ wisdom in your class. Just wondering if the Heidi Swapp Color Shine Spritz rubs off the paper at all? Thanks so much, Sandy! ♡
Color Shine gold is like a shimmery waterbased paint…very small amounts of sparkle do come off on one’s hands if rubbed.
Love Day 1 and 2 so far! Thanks for the great ideas!
I am really liking this Go For The Gold Class Series. Thanks!
Wow Sandy! Day two card is absolutely gorgeous! Can’t wait to try these techniques! I wonder what would happen if the Croco was applied with a sponge and stippled on…..hmmm.
Another great video! Love all this goldness!
My order list is growing! Thanks for the tips and love the comparisons…you are a great resource.
Love the card and the video
Stunning card, Sandy! Loving this series!
Loving my classes Sandy.Thank you for showing the with and wirhout.See you tomorrow , or should I say see you soon on Periscope , LOL.
Hmmm, I tried to get to the sticky post to link up and it gave me the dreaded 404 code 🙁 Anyways, loving the series so far Sandy!!!
Ack—-will get it fixed, sorry!
I’ve seen these products in the art store but didn’t know what they were or how they were used. So glad to see a project using this medium! I don’t usually use much gold but love this technique! I do love Delicata……best gold ink out there! Thanks for all the inspiration!
This card is fabulous! I really appreciate you showing the comparisons and different techniques. Thank you for sharing!!
OH my!!!
Stunning!
I never made a shinny card like that before either…I love it!
great review on the products too!
I love the composition of this card. I placed a substantial order with Ellen Hutson yesterday. Even though my credit card is going to go into the Witness protection program if I don’t stop buying things, I can already see from this post that there are additional things I’m going to want. Must. Win. Lottery.
Donna
Love your video and how you show us different techniques. Beautiful card.