Embossing

If you have not tried embossing yet, get ready to fall in love: that moment when powder melts under the heat and a glossy raised design appears is pure crafting magic. Here you will find embossing powders, clear VersaMark-style inks and heat tools for stamps and stencils. Dry embossing with folders adds texture without colour; heat embossing creates professional finishes on cards, tags and scrapbook pages.

The ritual is simple: stamp with clear ink, sprinkle the powder, tap off the excess onto scrap paper and heat until it melts, without scorching the base. Be bold with metallic, opaque, glitter and clear colours, and pair them with fine-line stamps and smooth cardstock. Browse powders, inks and kits at Artcreatiu and filter by colour or brand for your next project.

Expert tip: swipe an anti-static bag before stamping and the raised finish will come out clean and crisp, with no rebel specks.