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Dry Embossing - How to Emboss
Dry embossing, also called relief embossing, is done by tracing a stencil with a special tool, called a stylus. Find out how easy it is!

Heat Embossing - How to Emboss
Heat embossing, also called stamp and heat embossing, is done by stamping an image on a piece of paper, sprinkling powder over the stamped image, and...

Dry Embossing
When you dry emboss, you use a stylus to transfer the design on a template to your paper, leaving a raise image on the paper. Find out more....

Embossing and Embellishments
This section describes how embossing works and different ways to embellish your artwork!

Embossing Tips with Brass Stencils
Great tips and project ideas to get you started in embossing.

Embossing Velvet
Embossed velvet adds a special touch to any project, but it is often very expensive and difficult to find. Mary O'Neil, from Hot Potatoes, shares her ideas for using common household items to form luxurious embossed velvet.