Regarding my questions about the aesthetics of earrings that face sideways and applying clear nail polish on the unfolded paper, Judith Powell said the direction isn't an issue and she recommended some other products over nail polish due to its solvents. Dee (FOLD), also answered that the direction isn't an issue and suggested brushing lightly and not to stay for too long in one spot. Finally, Miranda (Mizu-randa), replied that the back of the model should also look attractive in case it flips, and she agreed with Judith about there being better products since clear nail polish is pretty aggressive.
Thanks to your answers I remembered I had a PVA wood sealant, so I'm testing it for origami earrings. I'm making the fold, undoing it completely, then I'm applying the chemical (two thin layers), and redoing it once its totally dry. I'm happy with that process since I'm just making this for fun, I assume it would be a big waste of time if I had to make dozens. I also tested applying clear nail polish over leftover pieces of paper. It looks good. I also think it would be better for redoing the fold since, in the folding process, I have to slide a tip against a layer and with the PVA sealant the paper gets this rubber-like texture so it doesn't slide so good. That doesn't seem to happen with the nail polish. Reading your answers, my biggest concern now is the duration of the paper if I decided to use nail polish. Judith mentioned it could damage the paper. Does any of you know how exactly will the paper be damaged with nail polish? What will happen to it over time? Might any of you have an old fold with clear nail polish? How long ago was the chemical applied? How's the paper after all this time? Thank you for all your help : )
