Hello, Karen Brown here today! I've got two projects with bold heat embossing that practically pops off the card! Heat embossing definitely has that wow factor and it is always a fan favorite.

Today I am using the November Cling Stamp of the Month (Abstract Poinsetta Pattern) on both of my cards. With a red rubber cling stamp and a bit of heat, you can create raised glossy designs that catch the light beautifully. Embossing gives a tactile element that feels luxurious and really makes your project stand out.

Abstract Poinsettia Pattern 2 Ways

Let's get started!

1. For both cards, I started by creating my embossed backgrounds. I applied anti-static powder tool to a 6" x 6" panel of Cranberry cardstock. I always like to take a clean flat brush and move the powder around my cardstock before I shake it off.
2. Using my stamp positioner, I stamped the Abstract Poinsettia Pattern stamp with Unicorn Pigment Ink and then heat set with White Embossing Powder. I use this double white combination when I want bright white embossing. I let my heat tool warm up for a while so it was good and hot.
3. I die cut the JOY sentiment three times from Adriatic Cardstock and then glued the stacks together for nice dimension. J (letters F-N), O (letters O-R), Y (letters W-Z)
4. I added some fine paint splatters to an A2 card base using a fine brush and lightly diluted Licorice Reactive Ink. I like to put a dab of ink on an Acrylic Block, mist it and then flick it onto my project.
5. I cut my background down to 2 1/8" x 5 1/2" and glued to the bottom of my card base.
6. I centered and glued the JOY sentiment, added a left over "Peace on Earth" from the October Card Kit and finished with three black Neutral Hues Enamel Dots.

Here are the steps for Card #2:

1. I repeated steps 1-3 above.
2. I brushed some Icelandic Hero Wax onto my die-cuts for a shimmery glow that is even prettier in person. I applied the wax with a silicone shaper brush, but you could use your finger or a sponge dauber. This is an inexpensive way to spice up your projects. The key is to use just a little.  And don't worry, clean up is easy!
3. I trimmed the background down and ink-blended a little Crimson and Licorice Reactive Ink around the edges to frame the sentiment, but you could easily skip this step.
4. With a little craft foam, I glued the panel to an A2 card base.
5. I centered and glued the JOY sentiment.

Thanks for stopping by today! Happy embossing and happy holidays!