Heat embossing . . . it's a terrific technique when combined with the Falling Leaves masking stencil!
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Embossing Technique - Stencil Resist
Lay the masking stencil onto a watercolor paper panel. Press an embossing ink pad directly onto the stencil, making sure to apply ink over the entire panel.
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Sprinkle the panel with white embossing powder. Melt the powder with a heat tool.
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Place a second watercolor panel onto the inked masking stencil. Rub the back of the panel with firm pressure to ensure that all remaining ink is transferred to the paper.
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Cover the inked panel with white embossing powder and heat set to melt. Gather several colors of water-reactive inks to coordinate with the Falling Leaves palette. I chose Pine Needles, Spiced Marmalade, Squeezed Lemonade Distress Inks along with Candied Apple and Fossilized Amber Distress Oxide Inks.
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Apply inks over the panel in a circular motion with Ink Applicator Brushes.
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Spritz the panel lightly with water.
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Rub the image with a soft, dry cloth.
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Apply ink to the second panel with any inks left on the brushes.
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Buff the panel with a soft cloth.
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Create a set of cards with the Falling Leaves collection.
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I recently shared a similar technique featuring Sunflower stamps and colored pencils. Check it out!
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Now, it’s your turn! Create artwork with the emboss resist techniques shared here or create your own. Visit the Facebook Chat Group 09/19 Technique Challenge post to upload completed artwork in the comments section. Not a chat group member? Answer a few simple questions, and we will accept your request in no time!
Julie