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Heat embossing is one of those techniques that never gets old, and it all starts with the right embossing ink. A good clear or tinted heat embossing ink grabs embossing powder and holds it exactly where you stamp, doodle, or write, giving you sharp, raised details with a beautiful finish. It works especially well on cardstock, kraft paper, vellum, tags and mixed media projects.

The process is satisfying every single time: stamp, sprinkle, shake off the excess and hit it with a heat tool. In seconds, flat ink transforms into something that looks polished and dimensional. Once you start, it's hard to stop.

Embossing inks also layer nicely with other techniques. If you want more ways to build up your project, the Archival Ink Pads are a natural next step for adding stamped details that hold up beautifully over time.

FAQs

What does embossing ink do, and why can't I just use a regular stamp pad?

Embossing ink is formulated to stay wet longer than a standard pad (this is also referred to as the ink's “open time”, and that's the whole trick. You need time to sprinkle embossing powder over the stamped image before it dries. Most standard ink pads set too fast and unless you work really quickly you wont get a nice even coverage.

What else do I need besides embossing ink and powder?

A heat tool is needed for embossing , to melt the powder into that smooth, raised finish. The Ranger Heat It Craft Tool is the perfect choice for embossing.  Heat embossing is a pretty simple sequence: stamp or write with the embossing ink, sprinkle on powder, tap off the excess, then heat.

Why is most embossing ink clear instead of colored?

Clear keeps things flexible. Since the ink itself dries invisible, the embossing powder becomes the actual color and finish of your design, which means one clear pad pairs with any powder you own.

How long does an embossing ink pad stay usable before it dries out?

Longer than your average ink pad sitting open on a desk, but it'll still dry out eventually with regular use. When that happens, a matching re-inker brings it back instead of forcing a full replacement.

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