The “clear” trend has been prominent in the paper crafting market for a little over a year now—everything from sheer ribbons to transparencies to rub-ons are making a big impact on album pages and cards.

Rub-ons, especially, have made a splash in paper crafting. These trendy embellishments work just like the ones you used in grade school—yet the designs are stylish, the artwork sophisticated. So, where to apply rub-ons? Add lettering on a background paper or photo mat…or add them to a Great Big Brad.

Yes, a brad. Oversized 22mm brads are one of the coolest options in paper crafting—and so versatile. Place one in the center of a silk flower, as a border on a scrapbook page or card or decorating the top of a tag. Now add a rub-on letter for a fun monogram or to spell out a name…or give a brightly colored brad a personalized pattern of its own, like harlequin diamonds. Try adding a heart, flower, paisley or word to a big brad for extra personality.

It’s easy to apply a Rub-On! (And yes, a craft stick is included in each package.)

1. Cut out your chosen Rub-On. Remove the liner sheet. Attach the Great Big Brad onto your scrapbook page or card.
2. Position the cut out Rub-On onto your brad and rub very firmly with the craft stick. Lift one corner of the Rub-On to be sure it’s all attached. If not, re-rub.

Love the look of Great Big Brads and Rub-Ons? Then check out our complete line:

Great Big Brads: Available in 9 trendy and versatile color combos, each containing 24 brads per color pack. Retail just $2.99 each.

Rub-Ons for Great Big Brads: Even better—we also have custom-coordinating rub-ons, perfectly sized to fit our Great Big Brads! Look for Black ABC Rub-Ons, Hearts & Flowers Rub-Ons, Words Rub-Ons and more. Each package contains 40 images for just $3.49.