I’m always tickled to try out new product, so when Tonic Studios sent me these new NUVO Crystal Drops/ Jewel Drops to try out, I was thrilled. These are liquid acrylics that, when applied, create an enamel-dot-like effect on your projects- at a very economical price.
Each one of these bottles holds 1 fluid ounce, and comes in these bejeweled-cap bottle. There are four different formulations so far.
“GLOSS” Crystal Drops are like traditional enamel dots- very shiny and opaque.
Glitter Crystal Drops are very glittery, yet come out of the bottle easily.
Metallic Crystal Drops have a pearl finish.
Jewel Drops are translucent and look more like tinted water drops when dry.
Note: the bottles do not come with color swatches on top- I added those so that I could see them better in my drawer.
Now, I do believe a video is worth a thousand pictures- so here is a comprehensive one for you that has samples, swatches, & application ideas!
Now… for those of you who skipped the video, here are the highlights!
Some of the samples did crack- but I can’t find a pattern as to WHY?
You can make all manner of cool embellishments on plastic or glass, then peel them off to use on your projects.
All of the formulas dome beautifully- even in LARGE dots. Make notice of the difference between Crystal Glaze (matte) and Crystal Drops (Glossy.)
I especially love the glitter formula on the dark paper. The translucent, not so much.
There is a jaw-dropping array of colors and finishes. I especially love the translucent on light paper. And that red glitter is the bomb.
For an eggshell finish, try the Crystal Glaze. For amazing textural glitter snow, Glitter Accents is your friend.
These products list $2.99 MSRP for the 1 fluid ounce versions (there is also a Grande size for some of the popular colors) but you can find it for less easily online- so make sure you do some price comparisons!
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Is there something wrong with the Nuvo Crystal Glaze link? Maybe it is my tablet seeing it wrong.
When I hit it, it takes me to Amazon – Mayco Jungle Gems Crystal Glaze – CG 966 – Tiger Lily – 4 Ounce Jar