Embossed Embossing

by Beverly Gerard

Learn how to heat emboss dry embossed layers for a unique background.

Supplies

  • Cardstock
  • Die cutting machine
  • Embossing folder
  • Versamark™, or other embossing ink
  • Embossing powder
  • Anti-static puff
  • Powder tray, or paper to retrieve embossing powder
  • Brayer
  • Heat gun
  • Stamps, cardstock, embellishments to complete your project

Step-by-Step

  1. Step 1

    Place cardstock inside the embossing folder and emboss with a die cutting machine per manufacturer instructions.

  2. Step 2

    Apply the anti-static powder over the entire dry embossed cardstock. This step makes a significant difference in the finished product.

  3. Step 3

    Ink up the brayer with clear embossing ink. Using gentle pressure, carefully roll the ink onto the raised surfaces of the cardstock. Your goal is to apply ink only to these raised areas. Reink the brayer as necessary during ink application.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle embossing powder onto the entire inked surface - clear embossing powder used here. Tap off all excess powder before applying heat.

  5. Step 5

    Gently heat the embossing powder, being sure to keep the heat tool moving during this process. Do not overheat the powder.

  6. Step 6

    Trim or die cut the embossed piece to the size needed for your creation.

  7. Complete your project.

Video!

Your Turn

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

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Questions and Comments

We'd love to get your feedback or questions. Leave your comment below.

Thank you Bev........this technique is so pretty..... I will have to try this.....thank you for sharing this with us.....
Gloria Westerman  |  Fri Jul 1, 2011 at 6:48 AM
Great tutorial. Can't wait to try it out.
Penny  |  Fri Jul 1, 2011 at 6:58 AM
Brilliant, Bev! What a great idea.
Glenda S  |  Sat Jul 2, 2011 at 11:42 AM
Thank you Bev for these clear instructions. I can't wait to try it. Very pretty cards, too.
smadson  |  Sat Jul 2, 2011 at 8:29 PM
Craftyvron, I copy and past the tutorials into a word document and then manipulate, delete, rearrange, resize, etc. until I have it on the fewest pages as possible. Then I print and put it in a sheet protector in my notebook.
TerryD  |  Mon Jul 4, 2011 at 3:16 PM
Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial. The steps are really simple yet make such an impact on the card.
WrinkleFreeDiva  |  Tue Jul 5, 2011 at 3:14 AM
Thanks for the great tutorial! I hope to try this in the near future!
Rachel M Tolbert  |  Tue Jul 5, 2011 at 10:41 AM
What a great idea, thanks smile
Rebekka Reed  |  Fri Jul 8, 2011 at 9:11 AM
Great tutorial as a newbie to internet crafting this is my first comment.Lot's of great tips it looks as if the surrounding scrap paper could end up with some interesting patterns.Just loving the whole Splitcoast stampers experience.Thank you happy crafting.
Isabella stewart  |  Sun Jul 10, 2011 at 7:49 AM
Hi Bev~

Thank you so much for doing this tutorial. Just today, I was looking through an old magazine that showed a card that must have had this technique on it...and I couldn't figure it out. Thank you for opening up yet another stamping horizon for me!

Awesome tutorial!

He IS Able,
Traci S.
Traci S.  |  Fri Jul 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM
Great job, Bev! You've got me hooked! :D
CherylQuilts  |  Sat Jul 16, 2011 at 5:29 AM
Love this tutorial! I can't wait to give it a try when I am back in my craft room!!!
Kathy  |  Mon Jul 18, 2011 at 7:36 AM
Great tutorial, Bev. TFS.
Juanita in OH  |  Thu Jul 21, 2011 at 4:14 PM
enjoyed your tutorial, informative and easy to understand got me thinking about other combinations and thats what a good tutorial is all about. TFS
clsjax  |  Tue Sep 6, 2011 at 8:42 AM
I'm new to split-coast stamping and I love these cards. You are talented. Instructions were very clear. Thanking you for sharing your technique. It helps alot to a new-be like me...smile
Tracy  |  Wed Sep 28, 2011 at 9:49 AM
How fun! I'm having a card making party soon so will incorporate your technique into my party. The ladies will love it!
Mary Ann Huntington  |  Wed Sep 28, 2011 at 11:41 AM
On Step 2- Apply the anti-static powder over the entire dry embossed card stock. Did you mean the anti-static puff?
thanks!
Julia Wright  |  Wed Oct 19, 2011 at 7:48 AM

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