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Embossing

Find out what embossing is, the difference between dry embossing and heat embossing, and much more.
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Learn How to Emboss

Embossing is a technique which creates a raised, or 3-dimensional, image on a piece of paper. There are two ways to emboss: dry embossing and heat embossing.

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...

Embossing Tips with Brass Stencils

Great tips and project ideas to get you started in embossing.

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