How to make Crylstalline Paper Backgrounds

Crystalline paper (also known as Translucent paper) is a hand made background that is stunning in altered books. It works well as a background in a layout, or to cover the front or back of the book itself.

 

Crystalline paper is easy to make. All you need is tissue paper and an acrylic gloss gel medium.  Alternatively, you could use an acrylic paint.  Metallic hues are particularly nice.

 

Full instructions for making crystalline paper are at this link:  ScrappingbyDesign.com