Something new to try colored dry embossing

Colored Dry Embossing

by Jeanne Jachna

From Spiltcoast stampers.com

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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

1. 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.
   

2. 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.
   

3. 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.)
   

4. Step 4

   Work across the entire image until coloring is complete.
   

5. Step 5

   Trim the panel to fit your card base and complete the card.
   

Video!

Variations

1. For a watercolored look, create a palette using dye inks or water-based markers. Chalks or PanPastels can also be used.
   
2. Use a blender pen to lift and apply color to the embossed images (Stampin' Up! Blender Pen used here).