Product Spotlight - The Crafter's Workshop – Tacky-When-Dry Gel Medium

The Crafter's Workshop – Tacky-When-Dry Gel Medium

Some products quietly sit on the shelf until someone discovers just how versatile they really are and The Crafter's Workshop Tacky-When-Dry Gel Medium is one of those creative gems. 

Unlike a traditional gel medium that dries completely hard, this clear acrylic medium dries with a permanent tacky finish, making it the perfect adhesive for adding eye-catching finishes to your mixed media projects. It's a favourite for applying transfer foils, gold, silver or copper leaf, flocking, mica powders, ultra-fine glitter, and other lightweight embellishments, opening up endless creative possibilities.

Its thick consistency also makes it ideal for use through stencils. Simply apply a thin layer with a palette knife, allow it to dry completely until clear (patience is the secret!), then gently press your foil transfer sheet or metal leaf onto the tacky surface to reveal beautifully detailed designs. If needed, a gentle pass with a heat tool can help reactivate the tackiness before applying your foil—but avoid overheating the medium.

Of course, it doesn't stop there. Tacky-When-Dry Gel Medium can also be used for collage, decoupage, and as a creative adhesive for layered mixed media projects. If your finished piece is likely to be exposed to moisture or frequent handling, simply seal it with your favourite varnish or sealer to protect the surface.

Why we love it at ScrappingClearly

It's one of those products that encourages experimentation. Whether you're adding shimmering foil to a journal page, creating elegant gilded highlights on a scrapbook layout, or introducing subtle sparkle to a card, this little jar offers so many creative opportunities from such a small investment.

If you joined us at the Alice in Wonderland Retreat back in May, you may remember Kylie's journal and the beautiful foiled details featured on the back cover. This versatile gel medium made creating those shimmering highlights incredibly simple while adding a stunning finishing touch to the project.

Below are a few images showing just how easy this product is to use and the beautiful foiled effects you can achieve. It's the perfect way to add a little extra shine, texture, and wow factor to your next creative project.

Head on over to the Scrappingclearly shop and grab your jar.  We also have a large collection of foils suitable to use with the medium.

The Crafter's Workshop Tacky-When-Dry Gel Medium

Foils

Sometimes it's the products you didn't know you needed that become the ones you reach for time and time again. 

Have fun creating with foil!