How to make glitter stickers

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 colorful 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 and explore different ways you can customize them with colors, 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 - whether you want to make glitter letter stickers or sparkly logo designs. Plus, it’s a great way to bring some color and life into your home or workspace. Not to mention the bragging rights that come with saying, “I made that!”

Seasoned designers don’t need our instructions. Just open your design tool of choice and get started. But if you’re not an experienced design wizard, there are still plenty of ways to create your own design:

Canva

We love Canva. It’s easy to use and full of fonts, graphics, icons, and templates you can edit and customize to design your artwork in minutes. We even have a tutorial on how to export print-ready artwork from Canva:

Free icons

If you're looking for free-to-use icons and graphics, the internet is your friend. Some of our favorite sources are:

• Vecteezy
  
• VectorStock
  
• flaticon
  
• ICONS8
  
• dafont
  

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 in different patterns, from fine grain to chunky flakes. It also comes in just about any color you can imagine! While there’s no “right” choice when it comes to glitter, consider the size and shape of your artwork along with the material’s durability and adhesive strength. This will help ensure that your stickers have a consistent look and perform the way 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 a 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 your artwork is printed, it's time to cut the shapes into individual stickers. You can use scissors or a digital cutting machine like 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’re using scissors, choose a simple, easy-to-cut shape like a square or rectangle. Use a ruler to get clean, straight edges every time.

Sticker printers: Time to turn your art into sparkly stickers

If you prefer the convenience of an online sticker printing business, it’s even easier. You won’t 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 material you choose. This involves preparing, formatting, and sizing the artwork to meet the printer’s requirements. To make sure everything goes smoothly, be sure to follow the steps for making your design print-ready before submitting it.

Enter your dimensions

When ordering custom stickers, you’ll be asked to enter the exact dimensions of your artwork. This ensures your design fits perfectly on your chosen surface or meets your intended use. Be sure to account for any bleed or border when designing your custom sticker or sticker sheet.

Choose your shape

The last step is to pick a shape for your stickers. Most printers offer a variety of shapes, from standard circles and squares to more complex options like kiss cut and die cut stickers. Choose the one that fits your design best!

Now you’ve got everything you need to create your own artwork and turn it into glittery stickers. Whether you're an experienced designer or just starting out, sparkly stickers are a fun and easy way to add flair to your projects. Happy creating!