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Pearl Ex - Melted Pearls

by Beate Johns

Apply Pearl Ex™ over a clear embossed image for a shimmery look.

Supplies

Pearl Ex

Sponge dauber or another applicator to add Pearl Ex

Clear embossing powder

Embossing Buddy™

Embossing Heat Tool

Powder Pals

Swiffer™cCloth

Cardstock

Versamark™

Step By Step

Step 1.
Rub Embossing Buddy over cardstock.

Step 2.
Stamp image with Versamark.

Step 3.
Add clear embossing powder over the image and tap off excess powder.

Step 4.
Use embossing heat tool to heat powder until it is melted.

Step 5.
Wait a few seconds so the powder isn't too soft anymore. Then apply Pearl Ex over the still warm image.

Apply Pearl Ex to entire image.

Step 6.
Heat image again. The Pearl Ex will melt into the embossing powder.

Step 7.
Once the image has cooled, wipe cardstock with a Swiffer cloth. It will take off the loose Pearl Ex.

Step 8. (Optional)
Repeat steps two to seven with additional images if needed.

Step 9.
Finish project.

Variation

Another way to use clear embossing powder and Pearl Ex together is to combine a little of both in a small container. Now use it just like regular embossing powder.

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Melted Pearls. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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More Examples

Want to see more examples from our gallery using similar techniques and materials?

» Search our gallery for all the current samples with the keyword Melted Pearls.

» View the Melted Pearls samples uploaded by other Splitcoast members, in our Technique Spotlight gallery.

Extra Fun

Some additional resources on this topic you might enjoy:

» Read about Cleopatra and the melted pearl from the Encyclopaedia Romana webpage.