Collage Paper available from Janelle

[A copy of these instructions is included with a paper order]

The collage paper is a heavyweight parchment paper that is torn into odd shapes, then dyed and glued back together.

The front side of the paper is a matte finish - which is suitable for colored pencil painting. The backside of the paper has a mix of glue and dye that is visible; the backside is not suitable for colored pencil.

The collage paper is designed to be adhered to a surface, but is also suitable to be matted and framed under glass.

The collage paper is humidity sensitive; if you live in a dry area and the collage paper is stored for a long period – lay it flat. If the humidity is dry in your area the glue on the back of the collage paper may sound brittle. This is normal… The brittle sound will disappear when the collage paper is decoupaged to a surface, or framed under glass.

When adhering the paper to a surface I recommend using an acid-free archival glue, such as the glue manufactured by Lineco Neutral pH Adhesive. This white, neutral pH adhesive dries clear and fast. It is fully reversible with water. Lineco Neutral pH Adhesive is made of archival polyvinyl acetate (PVA). It should not become brittle with age, and adheres to most porous surfaces.

• Apply a coat of glue to the surface that the paper is to be adhered to.
• Apply a coat of glue to the backside of the paper.
• Lay the surface on top of the paper. Turn right side up and smooth the paper to the surface with your hands. I recommend having your hands inside plastic bags to prevent grime or lotion from transferring to the paper.
• Allow overnight drying. Trim any excess paper from around the surface using an Exacto knife, no. 11 blade.

Krylon Workable Fixatif no. 1306

After the colored pencil painting is finished spray the painting with at least four coats of Krylon Workable Fixatif.

Spray the painting with several coats (at least four) of Fixatif. Spray onto the paper surface moving back and forth. Spray from different angles so that the spray lands in the hills and valleys of the paper.

Allow at least 5-10 minutes between coats.

As the spray is applied you will notice fibers from the paper; this is normal! After the spray has dried overnight sand the fibers off with extra fine grit wet-and-dry sandpaper. DO NOT wet the sandpaper - use it dry.

All of the supplies used are available through Janelle and many are on the website under supplies.