Monday, May 2, 2022

Second on the Second - Sticky Journal Pages

 

From May 17, 2011:

Some of my journal pages that were painted with tube acrylics were sticking together. Not happy. An online search to the problem turned out to be using Dorland's Wax Medium or Turtle Wax. Not having either of those items on hand, and too lazy and cheap to go out to buy them, I tried an even simpler solution to the problem. I rubbed a white candle (unlit, of course) over the sticky pages and buffed with a soft cloth. Ta Da! It worked. Bet if I used a scented candle it would make the pages smell purty.

It's your turn to play. From Elizabeth: Now it's time to share your Second on the 2nd.  The rules are quite simple and everyone is welcome to join the fun look back.  All you have to do is bring back a post that you are especially proud of, or perhaps one you shared before anyone knew your blog existed.  Any post, any genre, any artistic endeavor is acceptable.  Join hosts Bleubeard and Elizabeth to see what else is being served up the Second Time Around.
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24 comments:

  1. Valerie-JaelMay 2, 2022 at 5:09 AM

    That's a good trick for sticky pages, must tryit, thanks! Valerie

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  2. Iris FlaviaMay 2, 2022 at 6:31 AM

    Yay for the solution and scented candles! I´ll join, too.

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    1. CJ KennedyMay 2, 2022 at 7:47 AM

      I didn't use a scented candle, but if you do, your pages will not stick but will smell pretty, too

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  3. My name is Erika.May 2, 2022 at 7:42 AM

    That's a super idea CJ. I was once told that 2 shiny dried paints will stick together, like 2 acrylic pages. I've never tried using wax, but I still some waxed paper between them when I store them. I like the candle idea. Have a great start of the week and hopefully you don't get a lot of rain. hugs-Erika

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    1. CJ KennedyMay 2, 2022 at 9:23 AM

      I didn't know that about acrylic pages so it came as a shock. The candle wax worked well

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  4. Bleubeard and ElizabethMay 2, 2022 at 9:05 AM

    I used to host a lot of swaps. Some people used Mod Podge. If it was summer, the pages would stick together in a blob. Wish I had known this secret in the past. Thanks for this great trick as your second look on the 2nd this month, CJ.

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  5. robin cox walshMay 2, 2022 at 10:28 AM

    I have only one thing to say to this......BRILLIANT!!!!

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  6. Lady Caer MorgannaMay 2, 2022 at 10:50 AM

    Great idea! I never thought of that.

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  7. jinxxxygirlMay 2, 2022 at 11:02 AM

    I've only recently started to do ArtJournal pages and haven't had that problem.. but i do live in TX ... its a DRY heat...lol But this is a good thing to know... Hugs! deb

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    1. CJ KennedyMay 2, 2022 at 2:41 PM

      It was a surprise when it happened, but this took care of the issue

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  8. Mae TravelsMay 2, 2022 at 11:33 AM

    Burning scented candles are too aromatic for me: I find the odor overwhelming. This sounds like a better way to enjoy the scent.

    best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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    1. CJ KennedyMay 2, 2022 at 3:41 PM

      I haven't burned candles in decades. I didn't want an open flame around Ink who liked to knock stuff off the tables. Quill seems to enjoy the same pasttime so no burning candles. Scented or unscented

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  9. sandyMay 2, 2022 at 2:25 PM

    that's a good tip.

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  10. da tabbies o trout towneMay 2, 2022 at 3:10 PM

    cali N quill if yur mom wooda rubbed thoz pagez witha fresh bloo gil... it wooda done de same thing AND yez inn deed de pagez wood smellz grate !! ;) ♥♥

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  11. Lowcarb team memberMay 2, 2022 at 6:01 PM

    That's a good tip :)

    All the best Jan

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  12. Sharon MadsonMay 2, 2022 at 9:21 PM

    What an interesting solution to the sticky page problem. Thanks for sharing the second look.

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