Gold Embossing With Watercolours

We're besotted with this super-effective embossing technique from Marie Jones. In this special Technique feature, Marie Jones shows you how to create watercolour resist-effects using gold embossing powder for a touch of opulence! Grab your copy of this issue to see the full tutorials and to get 25% off Spectrum Noir Aqua Markers on CraftStash!    

You will need
white 18cm-square card blank
dark blue & gold cardstock
watercolour cardstock
VersaMark inkpad
gold Stampendous! detail embossing powder
Crafter’s Companion Colourista Elements 3 stamp set
sentiment stamp
Navy, Teal, Kingfisher, Evergreen & Sea Green Spectrum Aqua markers
gems
3D foam pads
anti-static bag
heat tool
paintbrush

1

Stamp the largest image with VersaMark ink and cover with gold detail embossing powder, tap off the excess and heat emboss. Stamp and emboss the small

2

Stamp the largest image with VersaMark ink and cover with gold detail embossing powder, tap off the excess and heat emboss. Stamp and emboss the small

3

Colour the images using the Spectrum Aqua markers. Scribble colour from each pen onto a glass craft mat and pick up the colour with a damp paintbrush

4

Matt the image onto gold and dark blue cardstock and attach to card front.

5

Stamp the sentiment with VersaMark ink and emboss with gold powder. Matt onto dark blue cardstock and attach with 3D foam. Add gems as shown to finish

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Have you tried this technique before? We'd love to see your designs on CraftWorld!

Becky