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Heat-Set Embossed Background with Grease Proof Paper

A project from our live show WOW WOW WOW LIVE - Join Toni and WOW Ambassador Marion Emberson - Broadcast 26th April · 26/04/2022

Create a beautiful marbled background using embossing powders and grease proof paper. This technique produces different effects depending on whether you use an iron or heat tool.

7steps
1:02:30in the show
Step 1 of 7

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  1. 1

    Place grease proof paper on your work surface.

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  2. 2

    Sprinkle your first embossing powder colour onto the grease proof paper in various areas.

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  3. 3

    Sprinkle your second powder colour onto different areas.

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  4. 4

    Sprinkle your third powder colour onto the remaining areas.

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  5. 5

    Fold the grease proof paper over to enclose the powders.

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  6. 6

    Press down firmly with a mini iron to melt the powders, or use your heat tool on setting two with quick pouncing motions, moving around to avoid overheating one spot.

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  7. 7

    Allow to cool completely, then carefully peel away the grease proof paper to reveal your embossed background.

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