Foiled Die-Cut Embellishment with Distressed Effect

A project from our live show Join Toni LIVE in the HTCN Studio broadcast Wednesday 9th Feb 22 · 09/02/2022 · watch it from 30:15

Create a beautiful die-cut embellishment with a distressed foil finish using heat-set bonding powder and metallic foils. This technique produces a mottled, textured effect that looks stunning on card designs.

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Step by step

1. Cut a piece of white cardstock using the die-cut machine with the 'Something Wonderful' die. ▶ watch 30:15
2. Stamp the die-cut shape onto white cardstock using the sticky ink pad from the WOW starter kit. ▶ watch 31:00
3. Sprinkle the bonding powder from the foil bundle over the stamped image. ▶ watch 33:30
4. Heat-set the bonding powder using the heat tool on a low setting until it becomes shiny and tacky. ▶ watch 34:00
5. Cut a piece of foil (copper or pink) from the foil bundle to size. ▶ watch 34:45
6. Press the foil firmly onto the tacky bonding powder, burnishing with your finger to ensure good contact. ▶ watch 35:00
7. Peel away the foil carrier sheet to reveal the foiled die-cut with a distressed, mottled finish. ▶ watch 35:30
8. For enhanced coverage, reactivate the bonding powder with the heat tool and apply a second piece of foil if desired. ▶ watch 36:15

Tips from the show

• The distressed effect on die-cuts looks particularly effective because the mottled coverage enhances the dimensional quality of the cut.
• You do not need a laminator for this technique; the heat tool alone creates excellent results.
• Reheating the bonding powder allows you to apply additional foil for better coverage without damaging the piece.

More from this show

• Stamped Foiled Image with Laminator Finish
• Heat-Embossed Floral Image with Mixed Metallic Powders

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