Embossing Tips & Techniques

Hi Ladies

School was back for me last week, can you believe my kids had 3 weeks off!!
We went to Sydney OMG was it cold, we took the kids to Luna Park my husband and I have a new name for it "Lunatic Park" he he.


I am going to give you some tips and techniques on "Embossing"

Heat Embossing, is done by stamping an image on a piece of paper (Versamark inkpad is the best for embossing, Versamark inkpad is clear and sticky so your powder will stick to your stamped image), sprinkling embossing powder over the stamped image and applying heat.
Sprinkle a generous amount of embossing powder over your image, then pour the excess off the design. The design should be completely covered in the powder, make sure there is no more powder anywhere else on the project, use a dry paint brush to get rid of any unwanted powder. Apply heat to the design which will melt the powder and form your raised design. The easiest way to do this is with a heat gun. Do not use a hair dryer as this will blow away the powder.


TIPS:
* Make embossing powder adhere better to metallic and shiny surfaces by first gently by gently rubbing items such as eyelets with steel wool or a light sandpaper.
* You can save a lot of embossing powder by catching the excess with scrap paper and replacing it in the jar. By saving the excess like this your jar will last for ages.
* When you're embossing a paper lighter weight than cardstock, back it with a piece of cardstock. This prevents it from warping while being heated.
*Before you heat the image look for any powder that may be anywhere else on the paper and by using a dry paintbrush, brush it a way, as this can spoil your project.
* When using your heat gun don't get too close to your project as it can burn, about 5 - 10cm in close enough. Have a play and stamp images on scraps before you attempt to do a image on a layout or card.
*Only use a heat designed for embossing. Your friends may be using irons, light bulbs and even toasters; but these can be dangerous and can even cause burns. Investing in the right tools ensures not only that you get the best results, but also ensures your safety.


We will be running classes in August that will be using embossing, so if the technique appeals to you book into one of our classes. You can call us on 55 727277 or browse our website for our August timetable www.seriouslyscrapbooks.com.au


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I am going to leave you with a quote of the week:

What you are will show in what you do. -Thomas Edison

Have a fantastic weekend!!

Cathy:)