Altenew
ALT Foil Relief Paste
Product Description
Add a luxurious metallic foil effect to your crafting projects with Altenew's Foil Relief Paste! This versatile paste is perfect for creating dimensional designs, paired with foil to add a metallic finish.
Key Features:
- Water-based, viscous paste.
- Dries transparent in 2-4 hours.
- Works on porous materials - paper, canvas, etc.
- Retains its applied shape after drying.
How It Works:
- Apply the paste to your desired surface with a spatula.
- Allow 2-4 hours of drying time until it turns transparent.
- Press metallic foil over the dried paste to reveal a luxurious, shimmering effect.
Pro Tip:
- Use Altenew stencils to create intricate designs that pop with foil for a sophisticated and unique touch!
- Tools or stencils used with this product should be washed right away to avoid sticky residue buildup.
Why You'll Love It
- Paired with foil, adds a metallic shine to handmade cards, mixed-media projects, and décor pieces.
- Smooth, user-friendly application.
- Compatible with stencils to create eye-catching designs.
- Generous Size: Each 150ml (5.07 fl oz) jar offers plenty of glittery goodness for multiple projects.
- Ready-to-Use: No dilution needed—apply directly to raw or unprocessed surfaces for vibrant effects.
| White Relief Paste |
Crystal 3D Gel |
Embossing Paste | Shimmer Relief Paste | |
| Properties | Water-based, creamy paste | Water-based, viscous gel | Water-based smooth paste with medium body | Water-based paste infused with fine shimmer |
| Dry Finish | White, opaque, smooth | Clear, transparent, glossy | White, matte, lightly textured | Shimmery, pearlescent, opaque |
| Effect Style | Solid, bold 3D texture | Glass-like, dimensional accents | Soft, raised dimensional effects | Sparkling, raised, luminous texture |
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Best For |
Textured patterns, stenciling, surface prep, paintable 3D designs | Droplets, puddles, shiny accents, translucent embellishments | Classic stencil embossing, crisp raised designs, mixed-media foundations | Adding sparkle to stencil designs, elegant shimmer accents, luxury texture |
| Color Customization | Mix with re-inkers or alcohol inks for opaque, matte colors | Mix with re-inkers or alcohol inks for translucent colors | Mix with re-inkers or alcohol inks for opaque, matte colors | Mix Pearl Shimmer Relief Paste with re-inkers or alcohol inks for custom shimmer colors |
| Application Tools | Palette knives, silicone or plastic spatulas, scrapers | Palette knives, silicone or plastic spatulas, scrapers | Palette knives, silicone or plastic spatulas, scrapers | Palette knives, silicone or plastic spatulas, scrapers |
| Air Dry Time | 2–4 hours, depending on application thickness | 2–4 hours, depending on application thickness | 1–24 hours, depending on application thickness | 1–24 hours, depending on application thickness |
| Cleaning Instructions | Clean stencils and tools immediately after use with running water or baby wipes | Clean stencils and tools immediately after use with running water or baby wipes | Clean stencils and tools immediately after use with running water or baby wipes | Clean stencils and tools immediately after use with running water or baby wipes |
| Jar Size | 150 ml / 5.07 fl oz | 150 ml / 5.07 fl oz | 250mL/8.45 fl oz. | 150 ml / 5.07 fl oz |
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