Stencils: Making Embellishments With Nuvo Glimmer and Glitz Glitter Gel

Having fun with stencils

A few days ago I posted a video about using stencils to make embellishments. This post is a follow-up to it. The main purpose is to show a few still pictures of the process and provide a list of the supplies that I used. The video is posted below the photos. Just a note of warning - It is messy before it is pretty when making embellishments with Nuvo Glimmer and Glitz Glitter Gel!

Making Embellishments With Nuvo Glimmer and Glitz Glitter Gel

This photo shows both products during the plop and smooth stage. This particular stencil is from The Stamp Market. However, in the video I also used stencils from PinkFresh Studio, Lawn Fawn, and The Crafter's Workshop. Pictured below is the Glitz and Glitter immediately after lifting the stencil off the freezer paper.

The products need to dry or cure for at least 24 hours. The stenciled image should be easy to pull off the freezer paper if thick enough and given enough time to dry. If it seems that the embellishment is too fragile to peel off try cutting around the shape with sharp scissors. The paper will not be visible if you cut very close to the edge of the shape. At the bottom of this post, you will find a picture of a card that I made using the black leaves shown above. When choosing a stencil, you want one that has a lot of open space. One that reads as a solid design.

Video

Supplies

I used a variety of ink pads - most are from Altenew

Nuvo - Glimmer Paste - Moonstone

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Gina K Designs - Glitz Glitter Gel - 2.3 Ounces - Black
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Therm O Web - iCraft - Mixed Media - Adhesive - 2.1 Fluid Ounces
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If out of stock above, the items are also available here:

Nuvo Glimmer Paste Monochrome Bundle

Gina K Designs Glitz Glitter Gel Black

Gina K Designs Glitz Glitter Gel Wild Lilac

icraft Mixed Media Adhesive

Idea-ology - Tim Holtz - Word Bands
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The Crafter's Workshop stencil is a 12 x 12 stencil. It is available by clicking on the bird image above.

The other stencils used in the video are not currently available. I believe that the Pinkfresh Studio one is going to be released at the end of the month.  Here are some suggestions for alternate stencils if you do not have any that have solid looking images. This would make a nice alternative for a large shape:

The Crafter's Workshop - 12 x 12 Stencils - Butterfly Meadow
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Or if you are looking for smaller birds, this is a nice 6 x 6 stencil:

The Crafter's Workshop - 6 x 6 Stencils - Birds on Branches
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Here are some very pretty leaf stencils that would work very well:

The Crafter's Workshop - Stencils - Slimline - Gentle Leaves
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Lawn Fawn - Stencils - Tropical Leaves
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As always, please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for visiting.

Beverly

Fun Techniques With Stencils - Heat Embossing

 

Trying New Things

Stencils from The Stamp Market

A couple of weekends ago, I attended a virtual cardmaking workshop with Scrapbook and Cards. Initially, I wasn't going to sign up because I've been making cards for-evah and have A Lot of supplies. However, it is so much fun to learn new things; I went ahead and registered. It was well worth the money, in my opinion! Participants received a wonderful kit beforehand. This was so that we would be prepared to hit the ground running when we logged in for our weekend classes. One of the things in the kit was a layered stencil set from The Stamp Market. After the workshop, I was playing with my goodies and decided to try a fun technique with the stencils - heat embossing. 

Heat Embossing Instructions

There are many good ways to achieve the same results. These instructions are based on what has worked well for me.

Suggested Supplies (with links):

• Versamark or ink labeled "Watermark" or "Embossing Ink". Pigment ink is another good choice
• Embossing powder. There is a variety of different colors and also clear
• Medium to heavy weight cardstock. The heavier, the better, because it doesn't warp as much.
• Heat tool.
• Rubber or Photopolyment Stamps or blending sponges
• Anti-Static Pouch (optional

The picture below shows the stencil leaves after embossing with Verdigris embossing powder and then again with Copper embossing powder.

Verdigris Embossing Powder

General Steps for Embossing:

1. If using an anti-static pouch or cornstarch - thoroughly rub over surface. This helps to prevent embossing powder from sticking in unwanted areas.
2. Apply ink to cardstock (or whatever substrate you are using.) The ink can be applied with a stamp, a dauber, brush, or pen.
3. Sprinkle embossing powder over wet ink.
4. Shake off excess powder. Save the excess for future use by funneling back into container.
5. Heat ink/powder. Move the heat tool so that it is not in one place for too long. As soon as it starts to melt, move to next area to emboss. When all of the powder has melted, cool a bit before placing anything on the surface. Indentations can be made in the cooling powder.

If heat embossing is a new technique for you, you may want to watch the video below.  (I made it over nine years ago!) It shows another technique for Heat Embossing.

Embossed 2 Step Stamping video

The stencils in the following video are layered stencils. This means that they are intended to be used together to create a more realistic look. The layering of the ink adds depth and texture to the leaves. The effect is very pretty. That is true whether using regular dye-based ink or using the Heat Embossing Technique.

The video below shows a more in-depth explanation about how to use stencils with heat embossing.

Heat Embossing with Stencils Video

Please let me know if you have any questions. I hope you enjoy embossing! It is an older technique, but still a good one!

Thank you for visiting today.

Beverly

Additional supplies used in the Fun Techniques with Stencils - Heat Embossing video:

Gina K. Designs Glitter Gel

Silver Embossing Powder

Copper Embossing Powder

Black Sparkle Embossing Powder

Foam Adhesive

Adhesive Pen

Here is an example of a layered stencil: PinkFresh Poinsettia

Glitter Glam

CTMH has produced several videos that provide viewers with tips and techniques for using their products in lots of great ways! I love the shimmer and bling on these projects.
It’s easy to add glitter glam to your projects with products like glitter paper, Shimmer trim, glitter gel, and more. Watch the video to learn how!

Life is Tweet Card

Paper Pieced Stamped Bird Images

 The June Stamp of the Month set from Close to My Heart is Life is Tweet.  I decided to use the larger bird with CTMH Stella paper and the smaller one with the Dotty paper from May's National Scrapbooking promotion.  The butterfly image above, comes from the CTMH Card Word Puzzle set.  This was stamped on a piece of yellow polka dot "Dotty" paper and then glitter glued over the top with CTMH Stardust Glitz Gel. The butterfly pictured below, on the inside of the card, was fussy cut from the Dotty paper pack.

Inside of Card Stamped with CTMH's Life is Tweet Sentiment

It is always fun to mix paper packs and stamp sets to create exactly what you want.  This is what I did here using the following CTMH supplies:

Patterned B & T Paper: Stella and Dotty
Stamps: June SOTM - Life is Tweet and Card Word Puzzle
White Daisy cardstock card base, Paradise Assortment Baker's Twine, Stardust Glitz Glitter Gel

Thank you for visiting today!
Beverly

A Tree Sewn With Smoothie Baker's Twine

Hello Blogger Friends!  Today, I wanted to share with you a clean and simple looking card that uses only three colors: Sky, Smoothie and Black.  I love the color combination and hope that the pictures show the striking contrast that is apparent in real life!

Baker's Twine Sewn on to Cardstock

Supplies:
Paper: CTMH Sky, Smoothie, Black
Ink: CTMH Archival Black, Black
Stamps: CTMH A Tree, Martha Stewart 3 in 1 Butterfly Punch/Stamp
Embellishments: CTMH Smoothie Baker's Twine from Paradise Assortment, MS Punch, CTMH Glitz Glitter Gel

Magic Mirror with CTMH Mischief B & T Paper

Mirrors can't really build self-esteem, that comes from within.  But sometimes we all need a boost when we look in the mirror and aren't feeling like it is a Good Hair Day.  I made this for my older dd.  She is beautiful, no matter what her hair looks like!  It would be nice if she realizes it and sees the reflection that others see when they look at her.

This was a very plain wood mirror and easel from Ikea.  I painted the edges black on the mirror and the entire wood easel with acrylic paint.  The front of the mirror is covered in one of the new CTMH Mischief B & T papers.  After gluing, it helps to smooth it out with a rubber brayer. The mirror is outlined with Silver Glitz Glitter Gel. (CTMH Z1482)

The rosettes are made from a variety of CTMH papers.  The striped one made such a pretty design!

This one was layered with some of the new gem embellishments that come in the Heirloom Assortment (CTMH Z1635) and a 2" black card stock scallop with a stamped sentiment on top.