3 Gold Leaf Mistakes to Avoid (Tarnishing, Glue & Sealant)

Avoid these 3 common gold-leaf mistakes that can ruin your artwork! Whether you’re experimenting with new materials or refining your technique, this video shows you EXACTLY what not to do when brushing, sealing, and handling leaf.
I’ll walk you through each mistake with demos, personal tips, and real-life fails — so you can avoid the flaking, lifting, cracking, and drama! ✨
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
01:04 Mistake #1 – Wrong glue
07:31 Mistake #2 – Using the incorrect or no sealant
11:15 Mistake #3 – Tarnishing over time
15:43 Final thoughts and Review
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➡ Part 3:    • More Gold-Leaf Mistakes FIXED! | Gold Leaf...  
📺 Full playlist:    • Gold-Leaf Mistakes Series (Parts 1–3)  

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