Faux Metal

Make your own metal embellishment with a few layers of embossing powder.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Ink stamp with Versamark™ and set aside.

   

2. Step 2

   Completely cover cardstock with Versamark™.

   

3. Step 3

   Cover cardstock with metallic embossing powder.
   

   

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5. Step 4

   Heat embossing powder with heat gun until melted.
   

   

6. Step 5

   While embossing powder is still hot, add more powder over the cardstock.
   
   Heat again until melted.
   
   You will need at least 4 layers to make the embossing powder thick enough for a good imprint.
   

   

7. Step 6

   Heat cardstock again until the embossing powder is hot.
   
   Working quickly, press the stamp into the embossed area.
   

   

8. Step 7

   Heat cardstock again until the embossing powder is hot.
   
   Working quickly, press the stamp into the embossed area.
   

   

9. Step 8 (Optional)

   Trim images, leaving a small border around each piece.
   

   

10. Step 9

    Finish your card.

    

Your Turn

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

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