texture/embossing plates-
- posted by: Legends
- posted in: Tools
- on: April 8, 2008
I realize that I haven’t posted about these before. I really do like the texture plates, but I don’t use them often because to me they are a bit time consuming for the effect I get. I really just use them if I think the effect is going to be outstanding.
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Fiskars now has a set that is a bit different. There is a pattern on one side, and shapes on the other. They are seasonal, and super cute. I’m going to explain how to use them today! There are 4 plates + 4 clear guides for the shape sides (I’ll explain that in a bit). They have magnets so they stack (and hold!) together like this. I love that!!! So easy to store.
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Texture plate, texture plate tool (has 3 stylus-like heads on it), and stylus with medium and fine point head. The texture plates are a dry embossing tool. Did you ever rub paper and a crayon against a carving or monument with names carved in or petrified wood or something? Similar idea, but when you rub with the stylus you’re going to ‘dent’ your paper making it raised on one side. very cool!
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The texture plate tool works great on the texture plates… but this particular batch is pretty deep and it doesn’t do much. It works much better on the regular texture plates that have a lot of ground to cover. Because it has 3 ‘tips’ on it you cover more ground faster. (just not on this plate…)
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So, I switch to a stylus. The fatter head is better when you’re trying to get your outline and figure out where the shapes are that you’re embossing. Then, I go back with the small head for more detail work. Be careful with the little one! Think of it as being more ’sharp’ and therefore it will tear your paper more easily. Careful! I will tell you my wrist got sore by the time I was done… but I was probably pressing extra hard. I do that. Must remember to be more light handed to save myself pain!
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when you finish it looks something like this. See all the scratchy marks? DO NOT WORRY! Remember- the side of paper you are embossing is the back side. It’s the other side that you’re going to see on your project.
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This is side 2. It’s got seasonal shapes, and a top plate/guide to help you know where to work to get the shape you want. You just slide your paper between the two, and get that stylus out and emboss!
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Here’s the finished butterfly. I think it would be pretty just embossed into the paper like it is, but if you’re going to cut it out… I think adding chalk or ink helps the embossed texture really stand out. If you’re really light with an ink pad (or chalk) you can dust just the raised parts. You could also embellish with glitter, rhinestones, or anything else you like!
Here is the start of something (that didn’t quite work) where I inked flower embossed paper then used my squeeze punch to cut out hearts. You could use the embossed paper as a background, accent, punched pieces… there is a lot to be done! Now I’m not sharing a finished project today and that is because I didn’t finish one. My creative juice/mojo/groove is all out of whack and I have nothing. eek. Actually- it’s ok. I will get myself back on track over the next day or two and I’ll explain how, and share a new project at that time. (I have proven methods!)
In the meantime, I’d like to congratulate the winner from the pre-crop ‘what should I make’ contest. Many of you asked for stuff with texture plates/embossing so I put all those names in a hat and drew… Sue #2266 (e-mail may@fiskateers.com to claim your prize!)
If you have any dry embossing techniques or ideas to share with the group- please feel free to do so here! Happy Crafting!
Sara R. says:
April 8th, 2008 at 2:44 pmOoh! These look fun!
Joan says:
April 8th, 2008 at 3:24 pmI love the butterfly but the seasonal textured plates aren’t available around here.
Lisa #1989 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 3:26 pmThanks for sharing all of that info May! Now I have to get out my texture plates and get going! They have been collecting dust for awhile and you have inspired me!
Congrats Sue!
Angela #3100 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 4:02 pmI can’t wait to check out the new plates–they look cool! I use the texture tool with my Fiskars plates when I’m working with a large piece of paper. If I’m working on a card or tag, I run the texture plate through my Wizard or Big Kick die cut machine. It gives me beautifully embossed paper quickly and easily!
Kelly Jo says:
April 8th, 2008 at 4:18 pmI haven’t seen these ‘layered’ texture plates. With the original ones, I rub wax paper over the paper before I start embossing with the texture tool to help it glide more smoothly. I love embossing and then using my squeeze punch on the embossed paper.
Turtlelady~Sandy#1715 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 4:27 pmWaxed paper. I use a piece as big as the plate and use the blue tool. It works so much faster and you get more bang for your buck.
Can’t wait to see the new plates!!! I want them all!!!
Sweepnut #3618 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 4:38 pmOh, that is so pretty! Embossing is one thing I have not done yet. Thanks for the instruction.
Sandy #1781 Wilkins says:
April 8th, 2008 at 5:48 pmI have the new set of plates and have barely touched it. Now, I’m excited to pull them out and get going. Thanks May.
Jessica says:
April 8th, 2008 at 7:14 pmLook at all the possibilites!! thanks for sharing!
mardi says:
April 8th, 2008 at 7:37 pmCongrats Sue. TFS!
Jen B #258 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 7:53 pmI love my Fiskars texture plates and I love the texture tool. I get a little heavy handed too but I find it goes faster. I like to sand or ink the finished embossed image so that it stands out more. Sanding works best with paper that has a white inner core. And wax paper is a must - it makes embossing so much smoother.
Also, with some of the texture plate patterns, you can emboss across an entire 12 inch sheet by lining the pattern up as you move across.
Louise #3903 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 8:48 pmthat was a great tutorial & the butterfly is awesome….makes me wanna just go out and buy them
Paula #2796 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 9:33 pmI like the seasonal plates - can’t wait to see them in the stores. Embossing tip - it helps to rub some wax paper across the backside of your paper before embossing. It makes the stylus side around better.
Debbie Buckland says:
April 8th, 2008 at 10:19 pmi often used my texture plates by putting the paper on them and rubbing sandpaper over top of the paper. I get some great patterned paper that way out of plain stuff.
My daughter (3 1/2yrs old) uses them as rubbing boards. Puts the paper on top of them and then rubs over the paper with a crayon.
Jennifer Nenni says:
April 8th, 2008 at 10:29 pmThanks for showing us these new plates, May. I saw them online and was wondering what they were all about. I’m with Kelly Jo….I like to use my texture plates on cardstock, and then using my squeeze punch on the embossed area.
Lisa #3429 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 10:37 pmThanks for the instuction, I really needed help with these plates!
Jennifer Muller says:
April 8th, 2008 at 10:44 pmI completely agree with everything that May said! I also thing the stylus works better and I use the bigger side first to get the general pattern and then go back with the smaller one. I like using those glittery chalks (not chalk ink, just chalks) on the raised surface - I think it comes out looking great!
Michelle M #88 says:
April 8th, 2008 at 10:57 pmLooks like fun! I bought the texture plate tool, not long ago, but haven’t tried it yet. Actually, I don’t think I have used my texture plates yet and I’ve had them for quiet some time.
I guess I will have to try them both in the next few days.
Thanks for the inspiration!
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Nic #1033 says:
April 9th, 2008 at 1:56 amthose new style ones are brilliant!! I will keep my eyes open for them most definitely!
Sudie says:
April 9th, 2008 at 7:25 amOooh! I love dry embossing lately! waxed paper makes it sing.
Kim #669 says:
April 9th, 2008 at 10:02 amI also rub wax paper on the paper before I start, but I also found a product called “paper glide” but I haven’t tried it yet.
Maya says:
April 9th, 2008 at 11:47 amYou can also use them on pictures. I uploaded a lo into my gallery where I used the texturized the photo, sanded and added tiny pearls.
Karee Sue #3609 says:
April 9th, 2008 at 1:53 pmI lov to use dry embossing on my cards, It gives paper an elegant look, for most of my designs (which are actually stencil like) I use a light box, that way I only have to press down on the area to be embossed and I don’t hav the scratch marks. I no that doesnt help with the plates, LOL. I also use wax paper to help “guide”.
Rita Shimniok says:
April 9th, 2008 at 5:01 pmI love to use my Empressor tool with my texture plates. There is a bit more covereage than the average stylus and the heads roll so smooth - much less effort required. Once I have added texture I always love to swipe the “right side” with ink, or something to enhance the texture.
Brenmarie says:
April 9th, 2008 at 11:36 pmI just love the texture plates! My sister has some and I was lucky to get to use them. I wish I had some of my own already.
aspromised says:
April 10th, 2008 at 6:32 amI love to use my texture plates on scraps of paper and then make photo corners or punch out shapes to use as embellshments. It is a nice way to use up the last little bits of beautiful papers
Sandi says:
April 11th, 2008 at 9:52 amCongrats Sue!
Thanks May for the ideas!!!
ohradiogirl says:
April 24th, 2008 at 1:41 pmI do like the texture plates, but they can be time consuming to use. Though I love the look. I have tried using them in my Cuttlebug w/varied results. I will keep trying that way or just use smaller pieces of paper so that I will not take as long to emboss.
Debbie Buckland says:
August 19th, 2008 at 3:27 amI have finally bought these seasonal texture plates.
I came back to this post to find out how to use them and your tips.
Thanks so much.
I like mine and glad that they are easy to use.