Bold Heat Embossing | How to Get Great Results Every Time

Hello, Karen Brown here today! I've got two projects with bold heat embossing that practically pops off the card! Heat embossing definitely has that wow factor and it is always a fan favorite.

Today I am using the November Cling Stamp of the Month (Abstract Poinsetta Pattern) on both of my cards. With a red rubber cling stamp and a bit of heat, you can create raised glossy designs that catch the light beautifully. Embossing gives a tactile element that feels luxurious and really makes your project stand out.

Abstract Poinsettia Pattern 2 Ways

Let's get started!

1. For both cards, I started by creating my embossed backgrounds. I applied anti-static powder tool to a 6" x 6" panel of Cranberry cardstock. I always like to take a clean flat brush and move the powder around my cardstock before I shake it off.
2. Using my stamp positioner, I stamped the Abstract Poinsettia Pattern stamp with Unicorn Pigment Ink and then heat set with White Embossing Powder. I use this double white combination when I want bright white embossing. I let my heat tool warm up for a while so it was good and hot.
3. I die cut the JOY sentiment three times from Adriatic Cardstock and then glued the stacks together for nice dimension. J (letters F-N), O (letters O-R), Y (letters W-Z)
4. I added some fine paint splatters to an A2 card base using a fine brush and lightly diluted Licorice Reactive Ink. I like to put a dab of ink on an Acrylic Block, mist it and then flick it onto my project.
5. I cut my background down to 2 1/8" x 5 1/2" and glued to the bottom of my card base.
6. I centered and glued the JOY sentiment, added a left over "Peace on Earth" from the October Card Kit and finished with three black Neutral Hues Enamel Dots.

Here are the steps for Card #2:

1. I repeated steps 1-3 above.
2. I brushed some Icelandic Hero Wax onto my die-cuts for a shimmery glow that is even prettier in person. I applied the wax with a silicone shaper brush, but you could use your finger or a sponge dauber. This is an inexpensive way to spice up your projects. The key is to use just a little.  And don't worry, clean up is easy!
3. I trimmed the background down and ink-blended a little Crimson and Licorice Reactive Ink around the edges to frame the sentiment, but you could easily skip this step.
4. With a little craft foam, I glued the panel to an A2 card base.
5. I centered and glued the JOY sentiment.

Thanks for stopping by today! Happy embossing and happy holidays!