embossing

[dizzy]

I made two cards last night trying to emboss and I had to throw them both away!! :mad: Does anyone have any tips for embossing so that the paper doesn't warp when you heat the powder??

[Mrscleanhead]

I've never had that problem before, Kim. Are you holding the heating gun too close to the paper?

[AmzdByHsGrace]

Kim.. you may be holding your embossing tool too close to the paper... I ' preheat ' my tool for a second or two before aiming at the paper.... that way it doesn't take as long to 'emboss' the area.... hope this helps..
God bless
Nyoka

[SamB]

and you gotta keep that heat gun moving too...I've scorched & warped plenty of cards!

[Heather]

I usually start holding my gun a bit farther away and slowly get closer, until the powder starts to melt. And yes, keep it moving!

[Cheryl]

Good question, Kim. I've always had challenges with heat embossing. Good to hear the tips from all you experts on this mb. Thanks! :D

[SandersNan]

Yep - as the others have said, don't get too close to the paper, and keep the gun moving. The type of paper can make a difference too. Acrylic and vellum are particularly apt to warp.

[psf]

Glad you asked about heat embossing Dizzy. I have always fried my card or not heated it long enough. Thanks for the input everyone.

So glad to be back on the boards again.

psf