

To emboss: burnish the negative shape; turn the folder over and burnish the positive shape (the dragonfly).

Tips:
Cardstock probably will need to be dampened.
Be sure the positive and negative shapes align when the folder is closed.
Scratch Art Scratch-Foam slides easily into the front of a punch.
The punched shapes (positive and/or negative) can be inked if desired. Clean off ink immediately after use.
A medium weight acetate is recommended for the DIY folder; pre-test if using another weight.
Attach the shapes to the inside of the folder with a repositionable glue as directed in the July 14 post.
To apply glue to small positive shapes: attach the negative shape to one side of the folder; place the positive shape on a piece of paper so that the side receiving the glue is up; apply the glue and dry to a tacky state; pick up the positive shape with the tip of a craft knife; position the shape into the negative shape; close the folder the burnish the back of the positive shape. You also can use this method for small shapes cut from Foamies with a die cut machine
If using a Sizzix, rather than burnishing by hand: attach the Systems Converter under the Pressing Plate; place the paper in the correct position inside the folder; place the folder on the white cutting Pad; cover the folder with a piece of 6 MM Foamies; pull the handle down, ensuring that all areas of the folder containing shapes have been under the Pressing Plate.
If using a roller-type die cut machine, rather than burnishing by hand: test to determine the correct sandwich.
The sky's the limit with this stuff...go for it!
1 comment:
Absolutely Brilliant! Thanks for sharing it, :0) Mel
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