A simple folded card box can be transformed by applying some embossed rubber stamped images.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: Quick
Here's How:
- Make a box following the instructions to make a folded box.
- In chalk or a light pencil mark on the box where the stamped images are to appear. If necessary mark which way up the images are to face.
- Unfold the box and stamp the images as required in embossing ink.
- Working over a sheet of plain paper, pour embossing powders over the stamped image.
- Knock the unused powders onto the sheet of paper below.
- Collect up the unused embossing powders. Make a funnel out of the sheet of paper and pour the powders back into the jar.
- Heat the embossing powders until they have formed a glossy surface.
- Refold the box and make another box for the base if required.
Illustrated Step by Step Instructions
Tips:
- A square of card, cut to fit inside the lid and base, will give a professional finish to the box.
- Experiment with different positions for images, make a note of what works well and what does not.
- Make complementary gift tags or greeting cards.
What You Need:
- Square of cardstock
- Embossing ink
- Embossing powder
- Folding bone or similar tool to help fold the cardstock
- Heat gun
