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Watercolour Ombré Background with Heat-Embossed Texture Card

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT LIVE - ONE DAY SPECIAL - Toni Demo's the latest Thirsty Brush Goodies - Broadcast 27th April · 04/27/2022

Create a stunning A5 card with a watercolour ombré background using double-stamped designs, then add heat-embossed sparkly powder for texture and dimension. The result is an elegant, sophisticated card perfect for special occasions.

7steps
21:45in the show
Step 1 of 7

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  1. 1

    Spray a large A5 background stamp with water to create a wet surface on your cardstock.

    ▶ watch this step 22:30
  2. 2

    Ink up the stamp and press it onto the wet cardstock, allowing the colour to bleed and spread naturally.

    ▶ watch this step 22:45
  3. 3

    Dry the layer with a heat gun, then repeat the stamping process in a different position to create a layered effect.

    ▶ watch this step 23:00
  4. 4

    Apply a darker coloured ink pad to the same stamp and press it onto the card multiple times to build up the colour intensity.

    ▶ watch this step 23:15
  5. 5

    Cover the entire stamped area with heat-embossing powder, ensuring full coverage.

    ▶ watch this step 23:30
  6. 6

    Use a heat gun to melt the embossing powder, holding it at least two inches away from the foam mat to avoid burning.

    ▶ watch this step 23:45
  7. 7

    Allow the card to cool completely, then admire the textured, sparkly finish.

    ▶ watch this step 24:00

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