Classy Brass Templates Can Do So Much!

I love brass templates for dry embossing, but Stampin' Up!'s Classy Brass Templates are so much more versatile.

I've posted the Punches Plus Classy Brass Template (#109539) because it's typical of the newer brass templates.  This one also coordinates with most of the Stampin' Up! Punches and gives you a piercing template besides.

For Dry Embossing:

Line up the image on the front of your card layer and secure with masking or painter's tape.  I've used Dotto (#103305), but it stains the brass and is hard to remove (it works great on paper and plastic, though!).  Turn the card layer over and rub gently with a scrap of waxed paper.  Gently rub your Stylus (#100663) or Empressor Stylus (#100716) over the layer to locate the image, then trace around the edges, creating a raised image.  This will work for either light or dark colored card stock and you don't need a Light Table (#102888).  The Light Table works great to add a dry embossed image to a stamped layer, but the layer needs to be of lighter colored card stock so the light will show through.  The table allows for easy image placement.

For Stenciling:

Place the imge on your card layer and secure with masking or painter's tape.  Cover the nearby openings with tape or paper.  Use Stamping Sponges (#101610) or Sponge Daubers (#102892) to apply ink around the image.

For Paper Piercing:

Place your card layer on top of the Piercing Mat (the spongy one) from the Mat Pack (#105826).  I always place the included Cutting Mat underneath to protect my table.  Line up your image and poke holes with the Paper Piercing Tool (#116631).  Use the design from either side, depending upon the effect you want.

To order your own Classy Brass Templates and the tools to use with them, click on the Order Online button at right, then click "Shop Now" to get to the online store.  If you have questions, feel free to email me at mary@3amstamper.com or call (707) 695-3571.  And you may always leave comments below.

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