Coloring Techniques, Part 6

We've finished the first section of my Coloring Techniques journal, so today let's get started on the next section ... coloring techniques with markers.  There are so many ways to use creative coloring techniques.  I'm focusing on just 5 to highlight for each section.  I may go back later and add more to my journal.  That's the great part about putting them all in a journal.  They're organized, ready for easy reference, and you can easily add more pages at any time.

This technique is so easy and so much fun!  You simply stamp your image onto black CS (looks best on black) using VersaMark Ink, then heat emboss using white EP.  After it cools, color over the white EP using our new Blendabilities!

Here's a card I created using this technique.

Come back for my next post where we'll be working with vellum. 

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Embossing Powders Sampler

No matter how much or how little you are 'into' your crafting these days, an Embossing Powders Sampler is a handy thing to have in your crafting area.  It can remind you of how each color looks with a light or dark background and just which colors you have on hand.  I embossed each of my colors on white AND dark CS because the background really makes a difference.  There are so many wonderful things that you can do with embossing powders (EP).  If you haven't done much with heat embossing, I highly recommend it.  Here's how I made my sampler:

Each card, as well as the cover, measures 4 X 4" so it's a nice size for it.  You can keep it handy by your work area, store it with your embossing powders, or hang it up by the ring.

The names of the colors are written on the backs of the samplers.  Doesn't the Tangerine Tango really pop on the black CS?

I embossed the leaves on Chocolate Chip CS, just to see how they looked.  I like the look!

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