Embossed metal is a great way to display your favorite images. This technique can be used to create cards, ornaments, Artist Trading Cards and more.

Supplies
General Supplies		ARTchix Supplies
Thin metal for embossing, 6x8 inches	Candle	Peek-A-Boo collage sheet
Embossing tool (a pointed wooden stick, a plastic or metal embossing tool, an old ball point pen)	Paintbrush	Black Baroque Border
Gloss gel medium	Scissors	Black Lace Border
Diamond Glaze, or similar glue	Cardboard, 5x7 inches	Black Embellishments
Temporary glue	Small piece of ribbon

1. The image needs drying time, so it’s best to prepare that first. Paint the image with a layer of the gel medium and leave to dry. Repeat at least 2 more times. When the final layer is dry, soak the image in tepid water for 5-10 minutes. Then use your finger to gently rub the paper off. If necessary, soak a little more so you can make sure all the paper is removed.

2. Now create the design for your metal “frame”. For first attempts (like this one), keep the design fairly simple. Rub the design with the candle and then use the temporary glue to firmly attach the design to the metal.

3. Place your metal on a rubber mat or a pile of paper. Your surface should be firm, but still have some give to it. Using your embossing tool, trace the design, using a slow, firm motion. The candle wax helps your tool move smoothly across the metal.

4. Peel the paper off and, using the Diamond Glaze, firmly attach the metal to the cardboard. Cut the corners off the metal so that you create a nice mitre when you fold the edges of the metal over the cardboard.

5. Using the Diamond Glaze, attach the image to the metal. Then decorate with the black scrap.

6. Finally, attach a loop of ribbon to the back for easy hanging.
 

Please feel free to print these instructions for easy reference. (Use Landscape Layout when printing this page).