Using Gold Leaf The application of gold leaf to fabric is a unique way to accent origami. Craft and art supply stores sell inexpensive packets containing several sheets of leaf. It comes in a variety of metallic colors. Always handle gold leaf with the separation paper for support. For this project I use a soft cosmetic rouge brush and a can of all purpose spray adhesive.

1. Complete your folded item. Unfold and identify the area you wish to apply gold leaf.

2. With paper large enough to protect your fabric from the spray glue, cut a hole in the paper roughly the shape of the area.

3. Place paper into position. Mask off the selected area with tape and paper.

4. Spray adhesive in one short, light burst. Let dry a bit. Apply a sheet of gold leaf on the area, using a soft brush to aid handling. Do not rub with your fingers, use a broad brush to smooth. Let dry and carefully remove tape and masking paper.

5. When dry, refold your origami.