Inking embossing folders

[peridot7]

I am having trouble applying ink to embossing folders for my big kick. If i apply ink directly to the folder with a patting motion, i get blotchy results. If i swipe it on, i get streaks across the embossed image. Should i use a brayer or something else to apply ink? Suggestions?

[calgramma]

Not sure which folder you're using, but I have used the brayer and also the sponge daubers to add ink to my folders with success. HTH

[Bahb]

I get the same results and have been thinking it's a technique similar to watercoloring in that the outcome is fairly unpredictable. I prize that on other peoples' cards but on my own it looks to me like a mess.

[iamvics]

You can ink the folder with Versamark or any embossing ink first, then add colored ink. Different inks give different coverage with folders (just like stamps).

[lutheran]

I use a brayer and have little trouble getting great results. I ink both directions, across and vertically then remove any stray ink with a Qtip.
Mary Beth

[Scrapjanny]

Another tip is that, when you're rolling your folder through your machine, do it slowly. Allow all the ink to soak into the cardstock. I get better results that way.

[stamphappy1650]

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Originally Posted by lutheran

I use a brayer and have little trouble getting great results. I ink both directions, across and vertically then remove any stray ink with a Qtip.
Mary Beth

Same for me and I use a very light touch with the brayer and it might take a few times to get complete coverage.

[harvestmoon]

Do you put it on the 'dip' side, or the protruding side?

[gingerd]

Try using ink on each side separately. You get different results. Some I like, some I don't! I love to ink the folders.

[peridot7]

Thanks for your suggestions. I didnt have much luck with the brayer, but may have to work on getting a light touch. I have tried both sides of the folder with abt same results. I have darice folders &also tim holtz. Was using distress inks, thought that might be the problem, but no better when i used a regular die ink. Frustrating! Havent tried the versamark yet. Thx

[gingerd]

Here are a couple I have done. I have more but can't find photos! I just uploaded them to the gallery too!

[stamphappy1650]

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Originally Posted by peridot7

Thanks for your suggestions. I didnt have much luck with the brayer, but may have to work on getting a light touch. I have tried both sides of the folder with abt same results. I have darice folders &also tim holtz. Was using distress inks, thought that might be the problem, but no better when i used a regular die ink. Frustrating! Havent tried the versamark yet. Thx

Try pigment or chalk ink - it's thicker or the new SU foam ink pads

[Jadiebird]

I also like using pigment of chalk ink. And try applying it with a brayer for nice, even results!

[CTXDalene]

gingered...I LOVE that brick background. What folder is that?

Dalene

[gingerd]

The brick embossing folder is from Darice Brick Wall.

[CTXDalene]

Thanks!

[superS]

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Originally Posted by gingerd

Here are a couple I have done. I have more but can't find photos! I just uploaded them to the gallery too!

These are gorgeous! I will have to give it a try one day. Thanks for sharing!

[Copperkids]

Gingered - how did you make those flowers "pop". And have a texture? Did you emboss them too?

[gingerd]

The flowers are ones that I've had forever! They are textured like that already. They came in the bottles. The prima? maybe....I don't recall the name of them. I put them on with glue dots.