Basic Grey’s Precision File Set
The Basic Grey Precision File Set– Personalize raw chipboard with ease Incorporating chipboard onto any scrapbook page is a great way to add dimension onto any page.What’s great about chipboard is that the size and options are endless, since chipboard can be used as alphabets, shapes, frames and more.What’s also great is that you can personalize your chipboard by using your choice of paper or paint, so that it matches your layout perfectly.
One of the challenges with using chipboard and paper is making the paper look like it’s an actual part of the chipboard.The last thing you want is for it to appear that you’ve glued the paper on or have wrinkles, crooked edges or a messy looking final product.One of the best answers to this problem is Basic Grey’s Precision File kit.. The tool kit is inexpensive, compact and easy to use.The kit consists of six files: 2 flat boards, a round file, a half-round, one square file and a knife file. The different sizes let you to match the file that best fits into the little corners and grooves of the chipboard.
To begin, choose your raw chipboard and paper that you want cover onto it.
Use a liquid glue (such as Zigs two-way glue) and cover the entire chipboard with the glue.
Lightly press the paper on top of the chipboard, smoothing out wrinkles and bubbles, and allow it to dry according to the adhesive supplier’s instructions.Trim the excess paper at the edges of the chipboard.Try to follow the chipboard shape as closely as possible, keeping in mind that it’s o.k. to have a bit of overhang over the piece.You can use scissors or a knife to cut the paper, but we recommend a swivel knife. It allows you to cut around corners easier and more accurately than a pair of scissors or a regular X- acto knife can.
Use the files to shave off the excess paper.The round, half-round and square files are terrific for corners, such as the inside of a capital “A” or in the corners of the letter “k”.
To give the piece yet a different look, consider inking the edges.Each file in the Basic Grey Precision File set has a rubber comfort grip. They can also be used for distressing paper, paint and even photos.
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