Does anyone know of a recipe for homemade paper glaze?

Question

I just started making paper roses. I print the patterns out on computer paper, then cut, & glue them together. They are very realistic. I would like to find a way to make them shine, so they would look more like porcelain. I tried a glue & water mix, but it just makes the ink run. I don't really have any money to spend, so I'm hoping that there is a recipe for a glaze that I can make out of everyday household products. Thanks.

Answer 1

You might be able to find more ideas and info at the links below.

Good luck!

Answer 2

For a quick fix, *photocopy* your inkjet prints... the "toner" used in photocopy machines is not water soluble. (A few of the newer printers also use toner as do laser printers... so if you have access to one of those, it should work too).

You could also try giving your inkjet prints a light quick spray or two of clear acrylic (buy at craft or hardware store) to seal it before using the water and glue mix (btw, use a *permanent* white glue like Elmer's Glue All, not a "washable" white glue).
Some light swipes with a "white" wax candle might work too, but may also make th design a little less sharp (under the glossy finish you use).

Most anything will act as a solvent on inkjet ink unfortunately, so unless you want to go over the lines with pencil or permanent marker before using them, etc., you'll have to use another "ink," or seal the inkjet first.


HTH,

Diane B.

Answer 3

Thank you all for your answers and opinions.

Answer 4

serch diynetwork.com and they might have a solution for you.

Answer 5

Pumpkin Doughnuts with Powdered Sugar Glaze and Spiced Sugar Doughnut Holes Spiced sugar 1 cup sugar 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg Doughnuts 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup sugar 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature 1 large egg 2 large egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk 1 cup canned pure pumpkin Canola oil (for deep-frying) Powdered Sugar Glaze 2 cups powdered sugar Whipping cream preparation For spiced sugar: Whisk all ingredients in medium bowl to blend. For doughnuts: Whisk first 8 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat sugar and butter in large bowl until blended (mixture will be grainy). Beat in egg, then yolks and vanilla. Gradually beat in buttermilk; beat in pumpkin in 4 additions. Using rubber spatula, fold in dry ingredients in 4 additions, blending gently after each addition. Cover with plastic; chill 3 hours. Sprinkle 2 rimmed baking sheets lightly with flour. Press out 1/3 of dough on floured surface to 1/2- to 2/3-inch thickness. Using 2 1/2-inch-diameter round cutter, cut out dough rounds. Arrange on sheets. Repeat with remaining dough in 2 more batches. Gather dough scraps. Press out dough and cut out more dough rounds until all dough is used. Using 1-inch-diameter round cutter, cut out center of each dough round to make doughnuts and doughnut holes. Line 2 baking sheets with several layers of paper towels. Pour oil into large deep skillet to depth of 1 1/2 inches. Attach deep-fry thermometer and heat oil to 365°F to 370°F. Fry doughnut holes in 2 batches until golden brown, turning occasionally, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Fry doughnuts, 3 or 4 at a time, until golden brown, adjusting heat to maintain temperature, about 1 minute per side. Using slotted spoon, transfer doughnuts to paper towels to drain. Cool completely. For powdered sugar glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and 4 tablespoons whipping cream to blend. Whisk in additional cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, to form medium thick glaze. Can be made up to 3 hours ahead. Add doughnut holes to bowl of spiced sugar and toss to coat. Spread doughnuts on 1 side with Powdered Sugar Glaze. Arrange doughnuts, glazed side up, on racks. Let stand until glaze sets, at least 30 minutes.

Answer 6

I think so