Projects made using ITSYBITSY Embossing texture paste and Mica flakes

Hi friends ,

Today I would like to share some interesting projects that I did yesterday. I was sent some

lovely products by ItsyBitsy which they launched recently.I was happy to lay my hands on Mica

flakes and Embossing paste.It was a delight to work with them.

First I will share the projects I created using these products and than tell you a bit about the usage 

and my feedback of these products.I created a TAG and a MM board to try these out.

For the first  project my inspiration was the Japanese style of pen paintings.I am always fascinated by

 the apple blossom flower and found this project interesting as created the paper flowers that go with 

it.Please see the step by step pics to know how I created this.

First I took a soft board size A4 approx. and did the outline of the design.Than with a knife took the

 paste and made the design(thicker branches).For the thinner branches I made a cone and filled the 

paste in it for better control.

Once I covered the design with embossing paste.I let it rest for few minutes and than with the heat 

gun gave the embossed effect.I was careful not to give too much heat as I wanted controlled bubbling

 effect which will look more like natural nodules of branches.                     

Next it was time to add the mica flakes to make the moon pop up.For this I used glue from the store

 and pasted the flakes in side the circle.

After this I gave the whole piece a coat of black gesso as wanted the moon to really shine.Also than

 took some tinted metallic paint Twany glint and did dry brushing of the branches to bring out the 

texture.Lastly I added some apple blossom flowers that I made for this project.

Second project:TAG.For this I took  a mdf tag and used stencil to adhere the embossing paste.Refer 

pics for step by step.Have again used both the products on this also.

 

My experiments also included trying the product on diecut shape and on burlap cloth.Refer pics.

As I begin to write about the product would like you all to please refer to the below links for 

complete information about the usage and properties of the embossing texture paste.

1.http://blog.itsybitsy.in/fun-craft-with-embossing-texture-paste/

2.https://craftyflirtations.blogspot.com/search/label/Review

I begin by saying that  the the embossing texture paste was a pleasant surprise because

1.It is very creamy in texture and very easy to apply with knife

2.It is heat set in a very unique way of creating bubbles which are quite fascinating and cannot be 

achieved by any other product.

3.It dries to a lighter color and very subtle color emerges.

4.Can control the consistency of bubbles or embossing by the controlled use of heat gun.

5.Works well on fabric too. 

Some tips for using the embossing paste.

1.Do let the paste rest for few minutes before you start applying heat.

2.Similarly wait a bit for the project to cool before you start applying colors or inks.

3.Takes inks and acrylics very well.

4.It gives a very different texture and can be used in projects where you wish to create natural bubble 

effect,i.e.underwater elements,creating texture of fruits,natural branches,centres of flowers,brick 

effect apart from creating some awesome backgrounds for mix media projects.

Mica flakes is also a interesting  addition to my  stash.

1.Can be pasted with any glue that dries clear.

2.Can be cut into smaller pieces and broken down into thinner slices.

3.Lovely sheen on them which can enhance any project.

I had fun using both the products and hope you too enjoyed the projects and will attempt 

them.Thanks for being here and going through a long post.Best regards,

Ruchi