How to Apply Vellum to Paper

Vellum has been around for centuries. It was traditionally made from animal skin; after the skin was soaked and prepared, it was stretched over a frame and left to dry. Although animal vellum is still produced, most vellum today is made of cotton rag fibers that create a smooth, translucent paper. Vellum is a great detail to add to any card or scrapbook page. Vellum is great for special invitations, and provides a sense of quality and elegance.

Things You'll Need

• Dry-clear glue
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Cut vellum to the size you want.

2. Use dry-clear glue to outline the edges of the back of the vellum and make an X across the back.

3. Flip sheet over and place over the paper where you want it.

4. Stick one side of the vellum down and slowly smooth it with your hand. Do not leave any air bubbles underneath.

Tips & Warnings

• If possible, place the card or page on which the vellum was placed under a book or heavy, flat object until it's completely dry, to keep the vellum from curling up.

• If a child is working with vellum, use child-safe scissors.

Resources

• American Stationery