Heat Embossed Background Technique. . .

Supplies:

Lighthearted Leaves Stamp Set

Basic Black Card base 81/2” x 51/2”

Soft Suede  4” x 51/4”

Satin Ribbon 16”

Expressions Natural Elements

Black Embossing Powder

Versamark Ink

Embossing Buddy

Steps:

1.       Rub embossing buddy over soft suede cardstock to remove static

2.      Stamp leaf image randomly, using versamark ink, in different directions, all over cardstock….trying to be close but not overlapping images.

3.      Apply black embossing powder.  Tap off excess.  Use small paint brush to define.  Heat set using heat tool until shiny.

4.      Wrap ribbon around and tie in a knot offset to one side, leaving room to apply wooden element

5.      Adhere soft suede piece to black card base.

6.      Use Tombow or Fast Fuse to apply Expressions Natural Element to ribbon.

7.      Done!