Results of Inking Cuttlebug Type Raised Images
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Here’s what I wanted to do:
I wanted to make raised images, that I created using embossing folders, really “pop” off the page just using ink.
Here’s what I used:
For this experiment, I used the Cuttlebug Swiss Dots embossing folder in my Big Shot and some leftover pieces of black cardstock. I also used a white pigment ink pad and a Brayer roller.
These are the 3 things that I tried:
- First, using the Brayer to go over the Swiss Dots folder embossed paper.
- Next, rubbing the paper over the pad (pad sitting on table).
- Lastly, holding the paper and rubbing the pad over it.
Here are the results of my experiment:
![](https://joyslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/brayer1.jpg)
Using the Brayer produced a cool modern look.
![](https://joyslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/brayer2.jpg)
Gently rubbing the paper over the ink gave me the result I was looking for. Yay! The dots pop and there isn’t a lot of ink on the flat part of the paper between the dots.
![](https://joyslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/brayer3close.jpg)
Holding the ink pad and rubbing it on the paper gave me coated raised dots, but also produced a lot of color on the flat parts of the paper between the dots, which I didn’t want.
I hope this helps someone (besides me)…or at least is found mildly interesting, LOL. I think I like embossing things with my Big Shot as much as I enjoy my Cricut Expression!