Heat Embossing

Heat embossing is a simple technique that can quickly turn a flat project into one with a professional look and feel. Basically, you melt a fine powder onto an inked image, leaving a slightly raised, glossy area. Everything you need to get started embossing is included in the Heat Embossing Starter Kit (99-SK-EMBS).

1. Before beginning, read all directions and warnings enclosed with the heat tool.

2. Work over a covered area. I suggest clean 12x18 manilla or newsprint paper (NOT newspaper, the ink will ruin your project).

3. Prepare stamping location with Faith's Little Miracle by gently rubbing sack over the surface that will receive the stamped image.

4. Using a slow-drying ink (Emboss or other pigment ink), stamp image on desired location.

5. Cover entire image with Embossing Powder. I recommend working over a coffee filter to catch excess powder.

6. Remove excess powder by tilting surface into coffee filter. Use Super Brush to remove any stray flecks of powder.

7. Return unused Embossing Powder to container.

8. Use tweezers or eraser end of a pencil to hold the cardstock in place. Turn on heat tool and hold 6-8 inches from surface. As Embossing Powder is heated, it will melt and turn into a quick-drying liquid. Move tool around image until all Embossing Powder has melted.

9. Once all Embossing Powder has been melted turn off heat tool and your image should be set within a minute. Be sure to unplug heat tool when finished.

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