We supply bulk glitter for making glitter paper and glitter cardstock. Simple tips below help you get bright sparkle with less fall-off.
Bulk Glitter for Glitter Paper & Glitter Cardstock
If you make gift wrap, greeting cards, scrapbook sheets or craft packs, buying bulk glitter keeps costs low while staying flexible on colors and effects. We ship by the kilogram (MOQ 1 kg), so small studios, DIY brands and content creators can test ideas without committing to huge volumes.
Our glitter is suitable for making your own glitter paper/cardstock (sheets or rolls made by you or your partner)—we only supply the glitter, not finished paper.
Glitter Sizes for Glitter Paper (Fine, Chunky, 1/128…)
Different sizes change how your glitter paper looks and feels. Use this quick guide:
| Size name | Typical cut (example) | Look & feel | Where it shines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | 1/128 | smooth, even sparkle; easy to seal | gift wrap, printable accents, logo windows |
| Loose | (general small cuts) | airy sparkle; light scatter | layered backgrounds, scrapbook sheets |
| 1/64 | 1/64 | bright, visible twinkle | party invites, greeting cards |
| 1/24 | 1/24 | bold sparkle, tactile | stripes, lettering, die-cuts |
| 1/8 | 1/8 | super bold, statement look | focal graphics, holiday tags |
| Chunky | mixed large cuts | high-impact shine, textured | borders, numbers, limited areas |
| MIX | blended sizes | “full” coverage with depth | all-purpose glitter cardstock packs |
| Star | star shape | playful highlights | kids crafts, seasonal cards |
Quick tip for no-shed glitter paper: use fine or MIX for large areas; keep chunky for accents you can seal well. Fine cuts are also easier to cut cleanly with blades and punches.
Glitter Colors for Cardstock & Craft Packs
We keep a simple, useful color set ready for glitter cardstock and craft refills:
Black, Blue, Gold, Green, Mix, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Silver, Transparent, White, Yellow.
- Silver/Gold = classic gift-wrap shine
- Red/Green = holiday bestsellers
- Pink/Purple/Blue = birthdays & kids projects
- Transparent/White = subtle sparkle over colored paper
- Mix = rainbow sets for scrapbook & DIY kits
Custom colors & shapes: Need a special shade? Send your reference (Pantone code, photo, or a physical sample). Thanks to our wide library, we offer 1000+ colors and 300+ shapes across fine, chunky, holographic, iridescent and chameleon styles.
How to Make No-Shed Glitter Paper
- Prepare your space and tools: cover the table, set a catch tray, have paper/cardstock (220–300 gsm is easiest), a clear medium (choose ONE: thinned PVA white glue, Mod Podge, or clear acrylic varnish), our bulk glitter, a sponge/soft brush, and regular clear tape.
- Mix your adhesive (if using PVA): 3 parts PVA glue : 1 part water; stir until it flows like yogurt. (Skip dilution for Mod Podge or ready-to-use clear varnish.)
- Lay the paper flat. Brush on a thin, even coat—just glossy-wet, no puddles.
- Hold the sheet over the catch tray and sprinkle glitter evenly. For heavy sparkle, sprinkle more; for light sparkle, sprinkle less.
- With a gloved hand, lightly press over the surface to seat the glitter into the wet layer—don’t rub.
- Lift the sheet and tap the back so loose glitter falls into the tray (save it for reuse).
- Air-dry 30–60 minutes until touch-dry (no stickiness).
- Brush on a very thin sealing coat of the same clear medium. Use long, gentle strokes in one direction; don’t scrub or you’ll drag particles.
- Dry 2–4 hours (overnight if humid) until fully dry and firm.
- Do a tape test: press a strip of clear tape onto the glitter area, burnish with your finger, then peel it back parallel to the surface. A few specks are fine; lots of lift means you need one more thin seal coat.
- If needed, brush one extra ultra-thin seal coat, let dry fully, and repeat the tape test.
- Cure 12–24 hours before folding, die-cutting, or packing to ensure the surface is tough and low-shed.
Glitter Paper Troubleshooting (read once, then craft):
- Keep coats thin—two thin layers beat one thick layer for shine and durability.
- If the surface looks dull/gray, your seal coat was too heavy or over-brushed; next time, lighter strokes and thinner coats.
- If edges shed after trimming, run a tiny bead of clear along the cut edge and let it dry.
- For labels or stickers, sealing first makes the surface smoother so adhesives stick better.
- For printing, leave a clean window with no glitter or apply a printable topcoat only in the print zone.
- Prefer sprays? After sprinkling/tapping off excess, mist 2–3 very light coats of clear spray varnish from 20–30 cm, waiting 10–15 min between passes.
- If the sheet curls, you added more moisture to one side—dry it under a flat weight after it’s touch-dry, or very lightly seal the back to balance.
- Always work in a ventilated area; wear a simple mask and gloves.
- Reclaim spilled glitter from the tray—pour it back into a jar for next time.
- Clean brushes with warm water before the glue dries.
Packaging, MOQ & Ordering
- MOQ: 1 kg per color/size
- Packing: sealed inner bags → cartons (pallet on request)
- Private label: available for glitter jars/bags in DIY kits
- Shipping: fast courier for small orders; freight for bigger loads; worldwide delivery available
Ready to try? Ask for a starter set (3–5 colors/sizes) or tell us your cardstock look and we’ll suggest a simple size + sealing combo.
Use Cases for Glitter Paper & Glitter Cardstock
- Gift wrap & gift bags – smooth fine glitter for large sheets
- Greeting cards – medium sizes for eye-catching sparkle
- Scrapbook & school crafts – MIX and star shapes for fun packs
- Party décor & tags – chunky accents for borders and numbers
FAQs
Q1: Does glitter really fall off everywhere? How do I avoid the mess?
Shoppers often ask this because some retail sheets shed; using a clear top layer and a simple tape-pull check greatly reduces fallout. Many product Q&As explicitly ask “does the glitter fall off?”, which is why makers lean toward “no-shed” finishes.
Q2: Can I print on glitter paper, or will the ink smear?
People search for “printable glitter paper.” If you need printed areas, keep a plain window or use a printable top layer in that zone—retail “printable” sheets exist, so your DIY version should mimic that structure.
Q3: Will labels or stickers stick to glitter surfaces?
On heavily textured glitter, many buyers report labels don’t grip well. Seal the glitter first (thinner, harder clear), then apply labels to the smoother area for better tack—this mirrors questions seen on product pages like “would a label stick to it?”.
Q4: Is glitter cardstock hard on blades or punches?
Yes—coarser glitter can dull blades faster and make folding/cutting harder. Fine glitter and sharper blades help, and many crafters mention upping pressure for die-cut machines.
Q5: Can I seal loose glitter onto paper with household sprays?
Crafters often try hairspray or quick sprays; community advice favors proper glue/clear mediums (or diluted white glue) for a sturdier, less flaky result.
