Hey everyone! Welcome to Satur-YAY! We're celebrating the weekend by getting our craft on. And I have something very shiny and exciting for you today. I'm playing with the Deco Foil Transfer Gel....and I'm in love.
You may already know that I'm a fan of all things shiny. So anytime theres a new product that involves something shiny, like foil, I'm the first in line to give it a go. In today's video tutorial, I'm going to do a little exploration with the Therm O Web Deco Foil Transfer Gel.
The Deco Foil Transfer Gel goes on much like an embossing paste. Once it has dried, it will react with heat and allow you to foil over the top using a Minc machine or laminator. The finish you can achieve is very different from other foil mediums because it leaves you with a dimensional foiled effect. For more dimension, you can apply a thicker coat. For less dimension, you can apply it in a thinner coat. It's consistency is a little more like mayonnaise than your traditional embossing paste, making it very easy to spread. I always find this process kind of fun. It's kind of like frosting a cake. But I don't recommend licking your frosting tool when you've finished. ;)
For today's projects, I used several different stencils to create some backgrounds. I didn't cover the entire background for these projects. Instead, I used my palette knife to apply the Transfer Gel in particular areas. I wasn't too careful about making sure my edges were perfectly smooth. I think the fun of this product is that you are left with lots of dimension and a foiled finish....two of my favorite things.
Now, I knew the wheels would be turning for all of you foil lovers out there. And I knew the first question everyone would ask is "Can you stamp with it?". The answer is......YES! I dabbled just slightly in this technique in the video tutorial below and was able to achieve pretty good results. I think with some more play time and experimentation, I would have even better results.
The focal images and sentiments for today's card come from the My Favorite Things All Heart stamp set. I stamped them on watercolor card stock and used my Zig Art & Graphic Twin markers, along with a Wink Of Stella, to create a beautiful shimmery watercolor look on these images. These markers are quickly becoming a favorite for me. I've linked the specific colors I've used in the supply list below.
Since these focal images are on the smaller side, I really wanted to make sure my foil backgrounds didn't overwhelm these images. I am using the Antique Pearl foil for my backgrounds. It's leaves these backgrounds with a beautiful pearlescent golden shimmer. Perfection! But keep in mind, you can use this Transfer Gel with any of your favorite heat transfer foils from either the Therm O Web line or the Minc line.
And with a stencil like the Cascading Scallops stencil, you know I couldn't resist throwing in one mermaid card. :)
I created several card projects all at once. They were quick and easy....but keep in mind your Transfer Gel will require some dry time.
I'll walk you through the creation of these cards and the exploration of this Transfer Gel in the video tutorial below. Be sure to check it out.
It's your turn now. It's time for you to get YOUR craft on. I'd love to see what you're creating this weekend. Use #EllenHutsonSaturYAY so I can check it out.
Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you've enjoyed these projects. Until next time, happy Satur-YAY and I hope you have a fabulous day!
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