Here are the steps for heat embossing with Stampin’ Up stamps:
- Prepare your materials:
- Stampin’ Up stamp set
- VersaMark ink pad
- Embossing powder (Stampin’ Up offers various colors)
- Heat tool
- Cardstock or paper
- Anti-static powder tool (optional but recommended)
- Use the anti-static powder tool on your cardstock to prevent stray embossing powder from sticking where you don’t want it.
- Ink your stamp using the VersaMark ink pad. VersaMark is a clear, sticky ink that’s perfect for embossing.
- Stamp your image onto the cardstock.
- Sprinkle embossing powder over the stamped image. Make sure to cover it completely.
- Tap off excess powder onto a scrap piece of paper. You can funnel this back into the embossing powder container to reuse.
- Use your heat tool to melt the embossing powder. Hold the tool about 6 inches away from the paper and move it slowly over the image. You’ll see the powder melt and become shiny.
- Continue heating until all the powder has melted and the image is smooth and glossy.
- Allow the embossed image to cool completely before touching it.
Some tips:
- Work on a heat-resistant surface.
- Be patient when heating – don’t hold the heat tool too close or in one spot for too long to avoid scorching.
- Experiment with different colors of embossing powder for various effects.
- You can layer embossing powders for unique looks.
Heat embossing with Stampin’ Up stamps is a great way to add dimension and shine to your stamped images, perfect for card making and other paper crafts.