Are you looking for a way to add sparkle and fun to your life? If so, making glitter stickers is a great option! With just a few supplies, you can create colourful and unique stickers to give any project or item an extra special touch. Plus, it’s easy enough for kids of all ages to join in on the fun. In this article, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions on how to make homemade glitter stickers as well as explore different ways you can customise them with colours, shapes and sizes. So let's get started!
Create your own artwork
Creating your own artwork can be a therapeutic and rewarding experience. Whether you’re painting, drawing, or using digital tools, there's no limit to how you can express your creativity - no matter if you want to make glitter letter stickers or sparkly logo designs. Plus, it’s a great way to bring some colour and life into your home or workspace. Not to mention the bragging rights that come with saying, “I made that!”.
Seasoned designers do not need our instructions. Simply open your design tool of choice and get started. But if you are not an experience design wizard, there are still plenty of ways to create your own design:
Canva
We love Canva. It is easy to use and full of fonts, graphics, icons and templates you can edit and customise to design your own artwork in minutes. We even have a tutorial on how to export print-ready artwork from Canva:
Free icons
If you are looking for free-to-use icons and graphics, the world wide web is your friend. Some of our favourite sources are:
Find the perfect type of glitter
Now that your artwork is complete, it's time to choose the perfect type of glitter. Glitter materials come with different patterns, from fine grain to chunky flakes. It also comes in virtually any colour imaginable! While there’s no “right” choice when it comes to glitter, consider the size and shape of your artwork when selecting a type and the material's durability and adhesive strength. This will ensure that your stickers have an even and consistent look and can perform how you want them to.
DIYers: Get ready to make some sparkly stickers!
For those who prefer to make their own stickers from scratch, here's what you'll need:
- Printer (inkjet or laser)
- Glitter sticker paper
- Scissors or digital cutting machine (such as a Cricut)
Now, let's get to work! Start by printing your artwork onto the glitter sticker paper. This can be done with either an inkjet or laser printer.
Once the artwork has been printed, it's time to cut the shapes into individual stickers. You can use scissors or a digital cutting machine such as a Cricut. If you're using a Cricut, upload your artwork and select your desired shape. The machine will then do all the work for you!
If you use scissors, choose a simple, easy-to-cut shape for your stickers, such as square or rectangle. Use a ruler to get the cut perfect every time.
Sticker printers: Time to turn your art into sparkly stickers
For those who prefer the convenience of an online sticker printing business, it is even easier. you will not need any supplies. All you have to do is:
Make your design print-ready
Making your design print-ready is an important step when creating custom stickers. It ensures your artwork looks its best and prints accurately on the chosen material. This process involves preparing, formatting, and sizing the artwork to meet the requirements of a sticker printer. To make sure everything goes smoothly, be sure to follow these steps for making your design print-ready before submitting it for printing.
Enter your dimensions
When ordering custom stickers, you will be asked to enter the exact dimensions of your artwork. This ensures your design fits perfectly onto your chosen surface or matches your intended use. Be sure to consider any bleed or border when designing a custom sticker or a sticker sheet.
Choose your shape
The last step is to select a shape for your stickers. Most printers offer a variety of shapes, from standard circles and squares to more complex shapes such as kiss cut stickers and die cut stickers. Select the one that best suits your design!
Now you have all the information needed to create your own artwork and turn it into sparkling stickers. Whether you are an experienced designer or just starting your creative journey, sparkly stickers are a fun and easy way to add some pizzazz to your projects. Happy creating!