How to Foil Your Stamping

Learn how to foil your stamped images with this special technique.

You can make your own foiled embellishments with this fun and relaxing technique. Using DecoFoil and a rubber stamp you create your image, and then use watercolors to finish coloring the images. The foil acts as a resist for the watercolor leaving its glimmer behind.

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foiling materials

Materials:

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  • rubber stamp
  • stamp block
  • cardstock
  • DecoFoil
  • DecoFoil transfer adhesive pen
  • Derwent Inktense pencils
  • Yatsutomo Metallic watercolor paints
  • paintbrush
  • mini Maker – optional

Since we are using an adhesive product on your stamp, you might want to use an older or less expensive stamp. It is very important to thoroughly clean off your stamp with soap and water after using this technique.

Video Tutorial:

finished pieces being used
finished pieces being used

It is really difficult to capture the beauty of these pieces on camera due to the reflective nature of the foil. The watercolor and foil together make for a very unique combination. I think this is one of my favorite techniques to create. Probably more for the enjoyment of the process but the outcome is pretty nice too!

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Deco Foil
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Deco Foil Adhesive Pen
Deco Foil Adhesive Pen
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Derwent Inktense
Derwent Inktense
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Mini Maker
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Yasutomo Metallic Watercolors
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Making a Simple Thanks Card

In a rush? Make this quick and easy thank you card.

There are times you need to send a thank-you note. Making this simple thank you card is quick and easy for when you are in a rush. It is also a great card to make a few of to have on hand. The ink blending technique isn’t difficult but it does add a level of interest to the card. What a sweet way to thank someone special. Follow the video tutorial and make a quick thank you card.

Materials:

  • stamping block
  • stamp
  • 2 ink pads
  • cardstock – white
  • colored paper or cardstock
  • tape runner
  • scissors

Video Tutorial: