Dry Embossing...

Dry Embossing has always been a favorite technique of mine. 
I know with the new die cut machines out there - including the "Big Shot" that Stampin' Up! will be offering as of September 2, 2008 - it makes Dry Embossing with a Light Box seem old fashion. 
But I don't think so.  Sometimes I just want a little embossing on one particular piece of my card or scrapbook page.  This method is fun and easy to do. 
Stampin' Up! has a wonderful selection of brass templates to choose from that match their stamp sets. 
I love the fact that they have the holes in them for paper piercing to match the dry embossing which matches their coordinating stamp set. 
SO in two easy steps ~ 1. Emboss your image  2.  paper pierce using the holes in the brass template as a guide - you have a beautifully coordinated project. 
Super Easy and a great way to embellish your project. 

 

It really gives your project that WOW factor!

(courtesy of Stampin' Up! 1990-2008)

1]   Secure the Classy Brass template to a light source, such as a light table or a window, with a piece of tape.

2]   Rub waxed paper on the surface of the card stock so that the stylus will glide more smoothly and to help prevent tears in your paper.

3]   Place the paper or card stock over the template, positioning it so that you'll have the image where you want it. For a raised image on the front of the card, place the paper face down.

4]   Using the large end of the stylus tool, press the paper through the open areas of the templates. This produces a raised image.

5]   If you want to color the raised image, reposition the brass template over the image on the front side of the card stock. It will act as a mask to protect the flat surfaces around the embossed image. Apply color with a small sponge using Stampin' Pads or Stampin' Pastels.

QUICK TIP

Make sure to use the small end of the stylus to emboss small areas or patterns of the design.