Colored Dry Embossing
by Jeanne Jachna
Learn tips for using inks to enhance dry embossed designs.
Supplies
- White cardstock or smooth watercolor paper
- Embossing folder (Anna Griffin Aviary by Cuttlebug used here)
- Die cutting/ embossing machine
- Coloring medium (Ranger Distress Inks used here)
- Paper stumps or a blender pen
- Other supplies as needed to complete the card
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Trim a piece of white card stock to 4.25" x 5.5" and emboss with an embossing folder according to your machine's instructions.
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Step 2
Apply the flat side of the tip of a paper blending stump to an ink pad to lift color. Begin with a lighter shade as a base coat of color, then use a darker color to add shading and depth if desired. For fine areas (like the stems here) use the very tip of the nib.
TIP:
Hold the blending stump further back to give the flat side of the tip a better angle for coloring the raised areas. -
Step 3
To switch colors use a different paper stump or the opposite end. If you want to use the same paper stump, sand the end down to a fresh point. (See video for tips on cleaning and sharpening stumps.)
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Step 4
Work across the entire image until coloring is complete.
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Step 5
Trim the panel to fit your card base and complete the card.
Video!
Variations
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For a watercolored look, create a palette using dye inks or water-based markers. Chalks or PanPastels can also be used.
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Use a blender pen to lift and apply color to the embossed images (Stampin' Up! Blender Pen used here).
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Colored Dry Embossing. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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Questions and Comments
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Thanks.
For those of you asking about paper stumps - here's what they are: http://amzn.to/VNvcnY
For those of you asking about paper stumps - here's what they are: http://amzn.to/VNvcnY
RE: Paper Stumps � I got mine at Dick Blick here http://www.dickblick.com/products/gray-paper-stumps/
I�ve also seen them at Hobby Lobby
A paper stump is a stick made from tightly spiral-wound, soft gray paper. If you color with mineral spirits chances are you are already familiar with these. They come in different sizes � I like the 1/8� for detailed areas.
For other posters: you can buy paper stumps at any Art Supplier.
Thank you!
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