Step-by-step plans

Papier-mâché letters

Add a little shine to your home décor with these pretty letters! In this video we show you how we decorated these letters made of papier-mâché using Talens Art Creation Effect Liners and Metallic paint.

The Effect Liners can be used under a coat of paint for a 3D effect. Create perfect pearls or lines under a layer of shiny Metallic paint to add extra dimension to your craft! Have fun trying this out at home!

Tools & supplies

Papier-mâché letters
Talens Art Creation Effect Liners
Talens Art Creation Metallic paint
Sponge sticks or brush

About Talens Art Creation Effect Liner

Effect Liner is a relief liner for creating three dimensional lines and dots on practically all lightly absorbent surfaces, including most textiles. The liners are available in 49 different tints and in various effects, including pearlescent, shimmer, glitter and neon. The Effect Liners are highly suitable for applying attractive smooth “pearls”. For an optimal 3D effect, hold the tip just above the surface and press the paint out smoothly.

About Talens Art Creation Metallic paint

Metallic is a quick-drying metallic paint with a drying time of approx. 10 minutes. This paint is suitable for details and practically all grounds. It gives them a splendid trendy metallic sheen. When working with metallic paint it is important to clean the surface well before applying the paint with a brush. After drying, Metallic is water resistant. It is available in 12 metallic tints.