Shimmer Spray Dyes for Paper Craft and Mixed Media

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Haanz Team

2026-10-19

On 2026-10-19

Haanz Art GuideFree, practical advice from the team at Haanz Art & Craft Materials

A quick mist of shimmer spray can turn plain card into a sparkling background in seconds. Spray dyes are popular for card making, art journals, tags and mixed media because they cover large areas fast and leave a lovely shimmer. This Haanz Art Guide explains the Spray Shiny Stamper Dye colours we stock and simple techniques to try.

Spray Shiny Stamper Dye colours

Spray Shiny Stamper Dye is a shimmering spray colour for backgrounds, stamps and mixed media on paper. We stock these colours:

Purples: Shimmer Violet and Luster Violet
Pinks and reds: Rose Pastel and Rose Red
Oranges and yellows: Pumpkin Orange and Citrine
Greens and blues: Apple Green, Jade Green and DOV Blue-Green

See them in Crafting Materials. Prices change, so see each product page for today’s price.

Five easy techniques

1. Simple sprayed background. Hold the bottle about 20 to 30cm from the paper and spray a light mist. Add a second colour on one side and let them blend in the middle.

2. Stencil backgrounds. Lay a stencil or a doily on the paper, spray over it, then lift it carefully. The pattern stays clean where the stencil covered the paper.

3. Resist with masking. Stick shapes cut from paper or masking tape onto the card, spray, then peel them off for crisp white shapes.

4. Drip and run. Spray heavily near the top of the card and tilt it so the colour runs down in drips. Great for watery, dreamy effects.

5. Blended edges. Spray a little colour onto a craft mat, then dab it onto card edges with a Tamias Ink Blending Foam for soft, glowing borders.

Colour combinations that work well

Sunset: Citrine, Pumpkin Orange and Rose Red.
Ocean: DOV Blue-Green and Jade Green with a touch of Shimmer Violet.
Spring garden: Apple Green and Rose Pastel.
Galaxy: Luster Violet and Shimmer Violet with dark blue ink spots.

Colours next to each other on the colour wheel blend smoothly. Opposite colours, such as violet and yellow, can turn muddy where they overlap, so leave a little space between them.

Project ideas

Birthday cards with a sprayed background and a stamped greeting.
Art journal pages with stencil patterns. See Art Journaling for Beginners.
Gift tags with shimmering edges.
Scrapbook page backgrounds. See Scrapbooking for Beginners.
Handmade greeting cards. See Handmade Greeting Cards.

Layering sprays with other media

Shimmer backgrounds are only the first layer. Once dry, you can add:

Stamped images and greetings in black or white ink.
Gel pen details, such as dots, doodles and outlines. See White Gel Pens.
Hand lettering for titles and quotes. See Hand Lettering for Beginners.
Die-cut shapes layered on top for depth. See Die Cutting and Embossing.

Keep the top layer simple, so the shimmer background still shows.

Paper and drying

Use card or heavier paper; thin paper wrinkles when sprayed heavily.
Let each layer dry before adding the next, or speed it up with a heat tool on low.
Flatten dried, wavy card under heavy books overnight.

Working cleanly

Spray inside a cardboard box or on a covered table; mist travels further than you think.
Wear gloves if you don’t want shimmery fingers.
Wipe the nozzle after use so it doesn’t clog.
Shake well before each use.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use spray dyes on fabric?

They are made for paper and mixed media. Test on a scrap first if you want to try other surfaces.

How do I stop colours from pooling?

Spray from further away and use several light mists rather than one heavy spray.

Do you deliver islandwide?

Yes. We deliver across Sri Lanka in 2–5 working days, with cash on delivery, card or bank transfer. You can also visit our shops in Boralesgamuwa and Horana, open every day from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Not sure what to choose? WhatsApp the Haanz team on 0711 515 515 and we’ll help you choose colours.

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