Sanding/distressing

[Andie]

I would like to try sanding the edges of some chipboard but not quite sure what to use or how to do it etc. What do you use and do you have any tips please.

[Eve]

I tend to use normal fine grade sandpaper, whether this is right or wrong, I don't know.

[Bluemoonjules]

Sandpaper/sanding block and I have the Basic grey mini file set.

[Andie]

I was looking at that Jules. Have you used a normal nail file?

[Hysteri-CAL]

I've used all sorts of nail files and sandpaper ... but the BG file set is definitely the best !!! I couldn't live without mine now !

[CraftyPrincess]

I use a normal nail file and sandpaper. You can tear sandpaper down or wind it round something pointy to make it get in small gaps. Best way to do chipboard is to hold it in your thumb and finger and drag the sandpaper downwards just one way (don't go up and down) so it takes off the patterned or painted coating and move it round to go all the way round the edge.

[Samm]

I wrote this little piece about how I do it on my blog a while ago, it won't let me cut and paste for some reason, but here it is:
http://samm-l.blogspot.com/2007/05/distressing.html

[Andie]

Thanks for all the help ladies.