Heat Embossing, Faux Diamonds Technique and Iridiscent Ice Embossing Powder

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Hello, Stampers!  Today I have another video highlighting Stampin’ Up’s Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder.

Even though Valentine’s Day is past, Stampin’ Up’s I {Heart} Hearts Stamp Set is still a fabulous stamp for many occasions.  Who wouldn’t want an I love you card anytime during the year!  And when you purchase this set through Feb. 28, Stampin’ Up will donate $2 to American Red Cross’ Haiti Relief and Development Fund.

I used the Versamark Ink to stamp a few hearts on my white cardstock and those became subtle, glittery hearts….then I wanted to highlight one, so I inked my heart in Real Red Craft Ink and stamped. 

Craft Ink is a pigment ink and it’s thick and stays wet for a while.  This enables you to pour on embossing powder and emboss your stamped image.  This also makes it a bit messy to work with!  Thus, my card looks different that I intended.  Different, but just as good I think!  I smudged the red ink in a few places, so I had the opportunity to be creative and see how I could cover up the smudges. 

View the video and see how!

 

Supplies:

• 118571 I {Heart} Hearts Clear Mount $18.95 (block D recommended, 118485, $8.50) OR
• 117010 I {Heart} Hearts Wood Mount $26.95
• 100730 Whisper White Cardstock $7.50 for 40 sheets
• 113693 Full Heart Punch $15.95
• 101179 Basic Black Ink Pad $5.95
• 1044360 Dimensionals
• Whimsical Words Stamp Set:  Wood 118386, Clear 119119  (block c recommended, 118486, $6.95)  - FREE with a $50 purchase

Embossing Supplies:

 

• 102283 VersaMark Ink Pad $7.50
• 102197 Powder Pals $19.95 (1 large, 1 small tray)
• 100005 Heat Tool $29.95
• 102482 Real Red Craft Ink $7.50
• 101930 Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder $4.75

 

 

 

Heat Embossing: Faux Diamonds Technique with Everything Nice Stamp Set

Yippeee!  I made another video!  I had this card planned in my mind for more than a week, but when I hurt my back, it just stayed in my head.  I was really excited to get to make it yesterday.  (My back still hurts, but continues to improve and today I am getting a massage.  woohooo!)

It might be hard to tell from the photo, but the main image piece here was made with the Faux Diamonds Technique.

First, I used my Stampin’ Write Markers to ink the stamp, then after I stamped it, I inked up my 1 3/4″ x 1 3/4″ square with the Versamark Ink.  Then, I poured Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder over it, tapped it off and heated it.

Heat Embossing Tips:  The “toughest” part of embossing is being able to tell when it’s done.  When I am embossing, I watch carefully for the powder to melt.  The color of your ink, embossing powder or paper will change (usually get darker).  When you think it’s done, hold it up to the light and move it around to get a good look at it.  Make sure there are no spots of powder on your image.  If the entire area is shiny and not powdery, you’re done!  If you see any powder, zap it again with your heat tool.

 

Supplies:

• 113818 Everything Nice Stamp Set $17.95
• Stampin’ Write Markers:  105115 Pumpkin Pie, 100079 Old Olive, 100063 Rose Red, 100068 Taken With Teal.  $3.25 each
• 100730 Whisper White Cardstock $7.50 (40 sheets)
• 101584 Taken with Teal Cardstock $5.50 (24 sheets)
• 118401 Welcome Neighbors Designer Series Paper – FREE with a $50 purchase through March 31
• 118402 Scallop Trim Border Punch- FREE with a $50 purchase through March 31
• 116313 Playground Buttons $7.95 (30 buttons, 4 colors and 6 styles)
• 103683 Mini Glue Dots $4.95
• 104430 Stampin’ Dimensionals $3.95
• 117289 Pretty in Pink Satin Ribbon $8.95 (15 yards)

Embossing Supplies:

• 102283 VersaMark Ink Pad $7.50
• 102197 Powder Pals $19.95 (1 large, 1 small tray)
• 100005 Heat Tool $29.95
• 101930 Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder $4.75