Using an Embossing Heat Gun

An embossing heat gun is used for all types of embossing and embossing is a technique that is widely used by craft enthusiasts and artists. An embossing heat gun is an essential tool for embossing and this is used along with embossing powder to create stunning designs onto papers, fabrics and other materials. Many people who make their own greetings cards or who are into scrapbooking will use an embossing heat gun to create colourful and unique designs. An embossing heat gun is very easy to use and they will come with clear instructions to help users get stared. First a wet image or text is applied to a surface using a rubber stamp or a special embossing pen. Next embossing powder is applied and this must be done quickly whilst the ink is still wet in order for it to stick. Any excess embossing power can be removed by tapping the sheet. Once this has been done any stray traces of power can be wiped away and then the embossing powder is heated with the embossing heat gun. The best way to heat the powder is from underneath the paper as this will deliver the best results.

The heat embossing gun needs to be moved around during the heating process to ensure that heat is applied evenly to the whole design. Once the text or image has been heated the power will melt and leave an attractive raised finish. The embossing power will take a few minutes to go hard so it shouldn’t be touched straightaway as it will also be very hot. There is a great selection of embossing heat gun accessories and embossing powder and most craft retailers stock will these products. The range of embossing powder available includes clear, metallic, coloured metallic, pearlescent, opaque primary colours, pastel opaque’s, primary colours, earth tones, fluorescent colours, opaque whites, glitter embossing powder and glow in the dark embossing powder all of which need to be set using a an embossing heat gun.

The capabilities and range of designs that people can create using an embossing heat gun are endless and anyone who enjoys crafting may like to invest in this product so they can expand their range of crafting projects using a range of embossing powder products.

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