Paperbeads by Janice Mae Vibrance Paper Glaze

So far, I can only give three stars for this product. I have to preface my remarks by saying I paper rolled copier printouts (which may affect results). First of all, when I ordered the product, I was seeking a one and done type of product. I had to wait five weeks to get the product (I had to contact the seller on her website to get some kind of response). When I finally got it, I used it on some beads that I used clear glue to stiffen up the beads. Well, the Vibrance product didn't work well on these beads (I had a couple hundred beads coated with clear school glue before the shipment, but Vibrance requires white glue). Since the glue basically dissolved the clear glue leaving a gritty texture, I sealed my remaining beads with four coats of Modge Podge. I waxed up several skewers, put the beads in the Vibrance solution for a few seconds, removed the beads and placed on skewers to dry (Wew, messy). The beads had these tiny "fractures" that seemed to disappear over (drying) time. As for the gritty, messed up beads, I coated with extra glue and Mod Podge before using Vibrance. That seemed to help salvage some of the beads, but the beads seemed to turn darker. Basically Vibrance requires so much prep work before using, it wasn't my one and done product. If other purchasers have had issues they resolved or have any suggestions about nontoxic products that gloss their beads without much mess, please let me know.

I poured this glaze into a mason jar. After a coating of Mod-Podge dries, I string my paper beads on monofilament fishing line and dip them in this glaze. I hang them on a rack to dry. Do turn the bead strings a few times while they are dripping, so you don't get a big glob of glaze on the lower beads. I like that it soaks into the paper and hardens the beads. Sometimes the bead holes will get filled with glaze, but I am able to clear the dried glaze with a sewing needle. It makes the beads a little more durable and water-resistant than Mod-Podge alone. Good stuff!

Leaves a wonderful sheen on paper beads. However, takes several coats to get smooth beads and there can be build-up between beads (I string, dip and hang mine).

I use this finish for my paper beads, and it is a great product. I dip the beads two times, and that seams to seal them well. They have a semi-glossy finish, and hold up well.

I love the shiny glaze Vibrance puts on paper beads. If you get some on your hands, so easy to wash off.

Finally found that paper bead sealant, is very shiny, the beads are hard and make that very nice sound. Very easy to use and clean up.

The product does water proof paper beads, but the coating is a thin sheen. I was hoping for a thick gloss.

Excellent for sealing paper jewelry. No odor, but leaves a nice shiny finish that is very water resistant.

Ich habe mir Vibrance zum Aushärten meiner Papierperlen bestellt und bin begeistert. Die Perlen sind super hart und geschützt. Es ist sehr ergiebig. Die Wartezeit, da aus den USA geliefert wird, hat sich echt gelohnt. Werde ich wieder bestellen.