I want to share a fun technique with you using heat embossing and stencils. I think I first saw this on the Simon Says Stamp blog, I believe for an art journaling page. Maybe you saw it too.
Stencils are all the rage right now - especially with art journaling, but I love that all the cool ideas and techniques we're learning for art journaling can also be used on our cards!
So, here's how it works. Lay the stencil down on your panel, and using a VersaMark ink pad, pounce the pad over the stencil, then lift it up and add white embossing powder, then heat set. To add color, smoosh some Distress Inks onto your craft sheet, spritz with water then swipe your embossed panel through the ink. Love the effect!
So it's the same technique you use with stamping and embossing but with a stencil instead of a stamp - so fun!
Oh, by the way, that beautiful stencil is from Hero Arts and it's called, Large Lotus Pattern. I only used a portion of it because I had a scrap of white paper lying on my desk. (That's why my card is an odd size.)
I'm entering this into the Hero Arts, Stamp Your Story Inspiration Challenge.
We've had some amazing weather this week and it's suppose to continue over the weekend - YAY! Hope you enjoy yours! I'm so glad you stopped by - thank you! :)
39 comments:
You know I was considering giving this technique a go today - what a coincidence! LOVE your card, it looks brilliant, Jo x
Gorgeous...I simply love the spectrum of colors distress inks create. Wow!
fabulous idea Barb, Your card is just amazing.
Great technique! Love the colors!
Beautifully done, Barb! I love this stencil and the colors are gorgeous.
Holy cow, Barb! You are on fire lately with your awesome cards! This is stunning!
Aren't you ever clever and creative! Gorgeous to the max, Barb!! Love it with the use of stencil!
Wow - I have to give this a try! Came out beautiful! Love your enamel dot on the little tag!
Absolutely gorgeous card, Barb! Beautiful pattern and I love the color combo...so pretty!
What a stunning, colorful b/g! Love it! I'm gonna have to try this technique- looks fun!
Beautiful odd sized or not!
Thanks for technique.
It turned out wonderfully, Barb! Love it - I have been playing around with come stencils but not thought of this - thanks for the inspiration ;)
I've seen the technique and wanted to give it a try some time, but now with this great example I will definetly try it very soon. It's a beauty Barb!
This is soooooo pretty :) good that you shared this technique, hopefully I'll try it tooo
You did a fabulous job on this card Barb! It's really pretty!
Love your colourful card Barb...it makes me think of my trip to Hawaii.
Wow - this turned out great, Barb! Just love the embossed stencil with the yummy background colors!! Sweet tag too!
This is gorgeous!!! LOVE the colors!
Oh! This is gorgeous Barb! I LOVE the colors you used with the stencil.
This is so very pretty! I do appreciate you telling us how to do this. I have never heat embossed. I know I am going to have to try this!
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So pretty Barb, these colors together are amazing.
such a bold and happy card Barb!
Love it!
Thank You~
Gorgeous gorgeous card Barb. And such a beautifull colors.
wow Barb....I am just loving this fun, happy card! Gorg colors!
wow wee this is STUNNING.. i love everything about it..
Wow. This card is stunning. I'm going to be doing this for sure. Thanks so much for showing this great technique.
Absolutely gorgeous, Barb! Fabulous technique with the stencil.
gorgeous card, barb... love the vibrant colors!
thanks for sharing this technique. beautiful results Barb!! love this card :)!!!!
Love love love this card Barb!!! And the colors are awesome!
luv the color combo, too! beautiful card! :)
Gorgeous choice of colors for this eye-catching, beautiful card! Love it, Barb!
This looks like an awesome technique to try out Barb and you showcased it off beautifully with this stunning card!
Oh, yay! I've missed you. Love this great idea and you explained it so clearly........had know idea you had such great instructional skills. Lovely card with great colors. Hope you are enjoying the last few weeks of summer. Hugs!
Stunning Barb!
BTW- I am loving the blog candy goodies you sent me, thanks so much!
Lots of pouncing, smooshing and swiping going on with pretty awesome results! Those colors are amazing! Love this technique, I'm definitely going to try it.
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!!
This is a definite must try--what gorgeous results!
You've just given me an idea for anupcoming September challenge example! I LOVE your card!
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