| Creating 'Vintage' Embossed Details |
From "Scrapbooking"
episode SCB-241 |
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One of the key reasons many scrapbookers undertake the hobby is a desire to preserve family history and share memories. What better way to complement vintage photos and documents than with embossed touches reminiscent of a bygone era? Here, artist Jennifer O'Byrne shares her heat-embossing technique. Materials: embossing templates
gold embossing powder
embossing pen
medium-dark colored cardstock or scrapbooking page
heat tool
mat paper or cardstock in contrasting shade
photograph
acid-free adhesive
scissors or craft knife
- First, place embossing template as desired over scrapbooking page or cardstock and use the embossing pen to fill the open template design (figure A). The embossing ink — which seems clear — will provide subtle contrast (and can be used without embossing powder to create a watermark effect).
- Next, add gold embossing powder over the inked area (figure B) and shake or tap excess powder away from the surface.
- Apply heat with heat gun or tool to set the embossed design (figure C).
- To complete the page, create a photo mat by cutting mat paper or cardstock with deckle-edge scissors. Then, use the pen to apply embossing ink to all decorative edges, then dip each edge in embossing powder (figure D).
- Finally, heat embossed edges to set powder, then adhere photo to the mat and add matted photograph to page (figure E).
Die-cuts/templates provided by Ellison Craft & Design. For more information about Ellison, see Resources. DIY's Scrapbooking Glossary Next: Scrapbooking Vacation Preparation
RESOURCES :
Die-Cuts and Templates (Ellison Craft & Design)
Cropping and cutting system are not available
Ellison
Website: www.ellison.com
The Easy Days Heritage Kit
Creative Express
Website: www.creativexpress.com
Through the Years Heritage Kit
Creative Express
Website: www.creativexpress.com
Dazzling Doodle Heritage Border and Antique Touch Embossing Templates
Fairytale Creations
Website: www.scrapbookmagic.net
GUESTS :
Jennifer O'Byrne
Designer
Website: www.fairytalecreations.com
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