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@sropehorses4 жыл бұрын
I tried your recipe, it did work well, I did get some cracking so I added a teaspoon of glycerin, to your recipe. That completely eliminated any cracking. Thank you for sharing! Great tutorial, presented very well.
@DLampo3 жыл бұрын
sropehorses thanks for sharing. I was worried about the drying. Now I’m ready to try this.
@rendaowe Жыл бұрын
Glycerin is my go to for many things acrylic related. Good for you! ❤ Just use a few drops at a time until it goes the way that you want and know that it will extend the drying time, so keep that in mind as well.
@bunnylands9162 жыл бұрын
Good to know I'm not the only person who refuses to pay a small fortune for embossing paste! Many thanks, Sam, for giving us an affordable alternative.
@leannemitchem88653 жыл бұрын
Ok I watched this 3 years ago and it just came up in my feed. So as a true fan of Sam I watched it again. I cannot believe I haven’t made this yet. So wonderful! Again Thank you Sam!
@valumen3 жыл бұрын
I tried your recipe a few weeks ago, and the paste texture has not changed since (and is working great). So now I am starting to built a stash with different colours. Thank you so much for sharing!!
@Obsidian_Iris_4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this! Thanks also to those who posted substitutions and suggestions for alterations! 🙏🏿 I’ve learned it’s a good idea to check KZfaq for DIY tutorials on high priced specialty craft supplies. _The Frugal Crafter_ and _AL John_ channels are must have channels for this. My latest score was a recipe for Wink of Stella pens. You can use water brushes for them or just keep the mixture in a small jar and apply it with a cheap paintbrush. The manufactured glitter pens start at $6 - $8 each in craft stores, but you can get one bottle or tube of iridescent medium for about $8-$10 to make your own and that one small container will probably last you a lifetime! You just add a few drops (use a pipette or dropper) to about one ounce (2 tablespoons) of water. Be careful not to make it too thick. If it’s too thick it won’t have the translucent sparkle you’re looking for. To improve the shelf life for your homemade glitter pens, it’s best to use distilled water or just be sure to make it in small batches, like the 1 ounce size. Like the texture paste, you can add color to them if you like.
@deborahnorris46132 жыл бұрын
Ty 🥰 Blessings
@margarethart71013 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sam, it looks so easy! I love your no nonsense way in which you demonstrate
@marinamackenzie99095 жыл бұрын
Just started making this and I love it. Thank you for sharing xx
@bellnorton44535 жыл бұрын
I have watched several videos on different products for this technique, yours is the more simple one I have found so far. Thank you.
@laurieudall41595 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! This looks like the best recipe I've seen in other videos. The paste looks perfect, not causing the paper to warp.
@kimarmstrong91613 жыл бұрын
In my experience, cornstarch creates a much wetter mixture than talc. That may be why this recipe needed more glue and no water to get the consistency you prefer. Thanks for your recipe and including these important details. 😊
@liletteautrey84815 жыл бұрын
Beautiful texture your embossing paste, well done , the black and white is so nice, they are all nice colours
@clairegagne69065 жыл бұрын
WOW, just as others have said - what a wonderful idea. I certainly will give this a try. TY for sharing. Love all you do. You're a great teacher!
@CynthiaBardwell5 жыл бұрын
This is fantastic! Especially when you need a color you don't have of embossing powder..why not make your own. Thanks so much for posting!
@rendaowe Жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great tutorial! We appreciate you doing this for so many crafters out there! ❤👍🏼
@theresehudran76353 жыл бұрын
This video needs 10 thumbs up!!! Thank you...now on to your storage box video
@Elizabeth458406 жыл бұрын
So Cool! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!
@jules94707 жыл бұрын
Love your project,and your cards are lovely especially the silver and purple one .
@MixedUpCraft7 жыл бұрын
Julie Calcott thank you, glad you enjoyed it. X
@audrashahid3421 Жыл бұрын
Hi Sam. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe. I have made 3 different colours so far:- a Prussian Blue with glitter, a Metallic Lilac and a Green with glitter ✨. When I used the blue, I think I was a bit heavy handed smoothing it on the stencil. But after the third one I seem to be getting the hang of it. Love the effect. Thanks again for the tutorial. X
@bettyhall97775 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, this is the best recipe that I've tried. And have tried a few, lol. Thank you so much !!! Hope you have the best day.💜 💜 💜
@leannemitchem42437 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this tip. You just saved a lot of people a lot of money!
@MixedUpCraft7 жыл бұрын
Leanne Mitchem thank you Leanne, I love making this for less then 6 pound I have 9 colours and still going!! Glad you liked the video x
@darleenhunter67186 жыл бұрын
Def will try this xx
@glorioskiola5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this great recipe!
@marilynrollo62785 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and recipe for this technique!!
@flowerchild777 Жыл бұрын
I love love love this! Thank you so very much💖💖💖💖
@heathertoms41882 жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to try this thank you Sam x
@karenreeves58013 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the recipe. I am certainly going to try this asap.
@pattiepan5 жыл бұрын
I'm going to try this and thank you for sharing..........
@freedomofreligion32482 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, will try. Thank you!
@alisonsmith-nq1ti Жыл бұрын
Brilliant idea ❤
@annearmstrong74934 жыл бұрын
Great tip. Thank you xx
@princesslola555 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. I'm going to try it tomorrow.
@carolinariley8 ай бұрын
Yes Brilliant! 🎉
@DuluthTW7 жыл бұрын
This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing!
@MixedUpCraft7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you liked it. x
@pafloyd85 жыл бұрын
Just getting started with trying to do crafts, so have been scouring the YT tutorials. Love your video and your beautiful cards. Hope to try this soon.
@prayernotesbycynthia4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great instructional video.
@tammyblaak15982 жыл бұрын
Awesome I will definitely try this
@deborahchristensen5473 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this. I love it
@liletteautrey84817 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing Sam
@bluecurlygirl5 жыл бұрын
Before I got to the end I had it saved to four separate playlists to make sure I don't miss it. CHEERS! Seriously. Low funds at mo to buy embossing paste so this is lifesaver. Big bag of cornflour in the press so time to paste.....
@MixedUpCraft5 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I love my homemade paste, you can dye it any colour you want and it works perfectly, I always have a large tub at hand. :)
@patriciacasnovsky42093 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the recipe. I haven't bought any because of the price. Now I can make my own. :)
@1batgirltl5 ай бұрын
So great!
@lorrainewhoberry48854 ай бұрын
This is awesome. Can’t wait to try it out. Thank you. Lorraine
@Aralynn20035 жыл бұрын
Great! Thanks for sharing...
@jacquiliddell18113 жыл бұрын
I will be trying this, thank you x
@lorimcgarrity65373 жыл бұрын
love how you cut the strips from the embossed card. turned out great. i'll have to remember that. thanks.
@joycehill43997 жыл бұрын
The cards are lovely. The recipe is very easy to follow. Thank you for sharing...
@craftydawk.janettedawkins75166 жыл бұрын
Joyce H. I
@created2bless3222 жыл бұрын
👍🏼Thank you Sam!
@timeenuf4200 Жыл бұрын
Very, very nice. Will give it a try. Thank you for sharing.
@firsttake112 жыл бұрын
just did recipe and like other coments used 100% cornstarch ir works beautiful ty
@ClearlyCards3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!!!!!
@EllyMentryPapercrafting4 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam. I couldn’t get the 100% cornflour talc so I used half ordinary talc and half cornflour. Needed to use a lot more of it though!!! I haven’t tested it out yet, will have to see how it works! Thanks.
@karenandrews40235 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sam. X x
@steviecraftyhands33534 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you you will save me a fortune
@RoniMai-um9wr11 ай бұрын
I have just found this video and really really enjoyed watching and learning such a valuable lesson. Thank you for sharing and I will be trying this almost straight away. Have to get the talc powder.💖
@NorthlightsStudio2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@liletteautrey84817 жыл бұрын
thanka a lot for sharing , i am sure it will be much cheaper than buying from the shop
@ketkivirani82775 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reply
@renewalof485 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@MelodyGengler7 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that Im not the only who remade other recipes and that they didnt work... I thought I was doing something wrong! Although, I have nust finiahed making ypur recipe and was very precise on measuring and mine is not as 'dry' as yours... I even added some extra talc powder. Im adsuming it may be from different brands of paint. But thanks for sharing, at least your recipe is usable, the others were awful!! Love your videos. Appreciate your hardwork
@MixedUpCraft7 жыл бұрын
Hey Melody, thanks for message, it was very frustrating making others it turning out wrong! Glad you managed to get good results with mine. Yes I guess we are all using different products so that will effect the overall finish, but close is good. 😀
@hopesheavenlycreations18925 жыл бұрын
Wow!! Looks like you should patent ur very own recipe!! Great job and stunning cards😍TYFS GOD BLESS🙏
@dottieloucrisp45366 жыл бұрын
I love this idea. It makes me crazy to pay high dollar for embossing paste!! Thank you!
@MixedUpCraft6 жыл бұрын
I love my homemade paste and totally agree to not liking the high price of the ones on the market atm. x
@creamade32357 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam, Thanks for sharing your recipe for embossing paste. It looked so easy that I had to give it a try. I couldn’t find any non-sented baby powder and used 100% corn starch instead. I had to add more powder and my paste isn’t as dry as yours but it works beautifully. I really love it.
@deborahanne97935 жыл бұрын
Hi Crea Made, I am sensitive to the smell of baby powder as well, so you found cornstarch works well in it's place? Thank you
@nikkirosindale78545 жыл бұрын
Thanks for ur imput,I was wondering if I could use 100% corn starch N u answered my question, thankyou
@kimarmstrong91613 жыл бұрын
@@nikkirosindale7854 in my experience the cornstarch will work, but it requires more powder to get the right consistency
@nelliebeans5 Жыл бұрын
@@deborahanne9793 plus there is the problem of baby powder and the risk of causing cancer from the old talc and there are still unscrupulous companies still mining and selling it hence I won’t but any talc I did have Small Johnson and Johnson tub of it somewhere but can’t find it so I used Cornflour instead and it works fine
@lindaberg9161 Жыл бұрын
Baby powder is no safe for the lungs....cornstarch is best....
@borrowedfrippery5 жыл бұрын
This is brilliant! Thank you so much for sharing it! I usually start a new project expecting to have to try it a few times, but this worked great on the first try. And in case anyone in the US is reading this and curious about brands: I used Craft Essentials brand acrylic paint; Elmer's white school glue; Equate pure cornstarch baby powder (with aloe vera & vitamin E ... I couldn't find unscented). It did take quite a bit more baby powder than the recipe to get the same consistency, but it got there. And the color of the paste was several shades lighter than the paint in the bottle. Next time, I'll get paint a few shades darker than I want!
@MixedUpCraft5 жыл бұрын
Fab Kat, I'm glad it worked out for you, I love using this :)
@lymezombie65805 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the US "translation"! Very helpful. I had embossing paste on my list to try, for the first time, not realizing that it was costly. Thank you Kat and Sam! 😀
@nelliebeans5 Жыл бұрын
Hi From Down Under I just tried making your white embossing paste and I used the last of my Corn Flower it was approximately 1/4 Cup … lol … instead of Baby Powder as I can’t find the only small bottle I have from when I tried making paste yrs ago … and it worked perfectly funny I have 2 sets of those containers I was keeping die cut pieces for shaker cards in … lol … As I have the white and pink as well I used the white one for the white paste and I decided to try it with Baking soda too so used a pink box for that … lol … I just had enough white acrylic paint for the 2nd trial … lol … I had bought a cheap tacky glue which I had found to be too runny for normal use it worked great so I haven’t wasted the $4.99 AU on it lol … I wiped a little off my fingers of both pastes onto a scrap of white Cardstock to see how it dried they dried well the first one bubbled a little with my heat gun might have been holding it a little too close but it was smooth once dried albeit a few bubbles lol … so when I go shopping will buy some more cornflour and try making more with other colours of paint in my stash … lol … Funny I do have that large scraper already … lol … forgot I had it … lol … so Thanks for your KZfaq … love the coloured paste idea good thinking 99
@craftydawk.janettedawkins75166 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the share 💕
@mericanadian1012 жыл бұрын
I don't even know how I got here....but I'm so glad I did....okay, I was watching someone else making 'diy' embossing paste (but their method cost a lot more $$ or ££ than I have to spare)....but...I can get acrylic paint, white craft glue, baby powder, and even the little containers at "Dollarama" so, guess where I am heading my daughter's next day off from work! :)
@fenixdesigns4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I think if you're ever wanting to experiment to make a slightly more flexible paste... a bit more gel-like than chalky, I'd be inclined to try mixing in a bit of glycerine... and more importantly I'd try adding some Pledge/Future w. Finish Floor Polish (must be specifically that brand, and the type/formulation that is basically like pure liquid acrylic)... and if wanting to go even further in the gel direction & less paste-like, then I'd maybe try something in place of the cornstarch/talcum powder... or try mixing a blend maybe... with something that has more give & flexibility... like perhaps xanthan gum?? or maybe agar powder ground finely??.. dunno if those would work, but that's what I would try if wanting to experiment... (I suppose I'm also thinking about a Viva Decor Embossing Gel that I'd bought a whole tub of a while ago... only to have the whole thing dry out on me in seemingly no time flat! So not only am I trying to think of ways to revive it (if possible)... but also ways to perhaps make my own version and avoid spending so much money on a big store-bought tub of 'soon-to-be-pretty-paper-weight-in-a-jar'... lol)
@christiedecker27242 жыл бұрын
Did you ever try your ideas? How did they work out? Blessings!
@bowler810 ай бұрын
use water
@janinedodge20972 жыл бұрын
Thankyou so much for sharing this🥰🥰🥰
@McDory5 жыл бұрын
Scotland calling? Can’t thank you enough for sharing your video . I added fine glitter through to match the pastes I had already. Never too late in life to be starting a new hobby and this way makes it so much cheaper to make your own, took no time at all, . Love the boxes, great size. Can you please tell me where you purchased them Sam? 😀😀
@sharonmoreau8793 Жыл бұрын
Thank you it was very interesting , ans will be easy for me to make .Have a great day Sharon from Montréal QC Canada
@nataliearena22415 ай бұрын
Wow!!!🎉
@PapercraftsbyCindyellen6 жыл бұрын
not only is embossing paste expensive, but it dries out FAST. how great is it to have a recipe!!! thanks, Sam.
@PapercraftsbyCindyellen6 жыл бұрын
and a PUTTY KNIFE!!! of COURSE!!! it's PUTTY!!! i don't know why i didn't think of that lol. my dad is a professional painter. i can get used knives from him!!! tada!!!
@elouahabisaid65735 жыл бұрын
Wow
@angelabrowning8022 жыл бұрын
Great video ❤
@SeashellHeadfones4 жыл бұрын
Thank u very much
@sandyhowell40185 жыл бұрын
This is awesome, I wonder if you have tried adding mica powders in the coloring? I will certainly try your recipe, thank you~
@karenborne2469 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing this I'm always looking for a way to create a new embossing powder and things to add to our cards changed are good no matter how some people feel and creativity is where it's at for the person who making her own ideas and saving time and money and with prices going Up and up I think what you did is absolutely awesome 👍😎 I am not into staying in on we way of buying higher cost paints and stuff I can't afford it but I do believe if something works for some one great no harm no fowl I say but there are some who like to make a difference in their own experience like you me so yeah Thank you so much happy to see you took the risk made it yourself explain it and what materials to have and how to mix it can't ask for more thank you again you have a wonderful blessed day 🙏💕😀
@christinedavies3366 жыл бұрын
Yay! DIY Embossing Paste - I hardly ever buy any because it is expensive for what it is! Any excuse for buying 'Johnson's Baby Powder' (I was an NNEB Nanny in a previous life and I wish Johnson's would make an air-freshner!) Sam - your recipe has more PVA glue in it than any I've ever tried. Selecting the right talcum powder is important. Your recipe looks perfect for a thiner application. I've used corn-starch (I prefer this for thickening sweet sauces and proper Sunday Roast gravy) before - it makes a more glossy paste. I don't dry emb. paste with a heat-gun unless I want a bubbly effect - I find it dries it out too quick and leads to sheading and cracking. But I'll try yours as it has more pva glue in it - which obviously makes it more pliable/less chalky. Tfs ~ C ~
@surekhagalagoda40472 жыл бұрын
I am going to make it.
@deborahanne97935 жыл бұрын
Does the cardstock warp over time with the embossing paste on it? Is it easy to cut through the cardstock once it has the dry paste on it? Thank you.
@Dotalina334 жыл бұрын
I’ve just finished watching your recipe and read all the comments and learned a lot. This recipe looks real stiff and hard to spread so I was wondering if you added ink drops for color if that would loosen it up just enough to make spreading it easier. Also to make a glimmery paste if adding glitter would dry your recipe out too much, enough so you would have to add more liquid of some type? I love the glossy shine too paste too so does glycerin work with your ingredients? I’m sorry I have so many questions. Ha! I should try experimenting myself. Just wondered if since your original video you changed your recipe and how? Thanks for sharing your fun discovery.
@missychan633 жыл бұрын
*** Storage Tip- I use the same click and lock type containers and I found that if I turn them upside down to store they don't dry out nearly as fast. I think it's because the product falls to the "top" (which is actually the bottom), not allowing any more air to get in. Kind of like storing your 2 litre soda bottles upside down in the refrigerator... The soda around the cap doesn't allow the carbonation to sneak out and keeps your soda bubbly longer.
@ShoshiPlatypus2 жыл бұрын
I use Polyfilla One-Fill (joint compound). Works a treat and no fuss!
@bunnylands916 Жыл бұрын
What do you add for coloring?
@ShoshiPlatypus Жыл бұрын
@@bunnylands916 Sorry for the delay in replying - had a busy few days. I don't bother to colour it when I'm using it - I just paint it with acrylics when it's dry. You could try mixing some paint with it, I suppose, but it might alter its consistency and adhesion.
@pattifarrell56277 жыл бұрын
Great video, now I need to try this. TY Couldn't find on your blog - the recipe.
Thank you for sharing this ❤️ Can you use this on furniture that is then painted over? And what sort of stencils do you use as I'm guessing they are quite sturdy? Thank you for your help or anyone else who wants to comment and offer some guidance. Much appreciated 👍
@stephanidebruin52092 жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing
@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws6 ай бұрын
Thanks
@charlylarrain4 жыл бұрын
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 wow! Simply a great idea!! Do you know how long do the paste last in the container before it gets dry? Thanks for sharing tour recipe!!!
@coolstamper4 жыл бұрын
AWESOME...TY Sam. 💕. BTW, can I use the Elmers clear glue instead? Sam?????
@margaretball88354 жыл бұрын
Hi, I haven’t ever tried embossing paste, but I believe I will give your recipe a try. Do you know if it will adhere well to acetate? Thank you
@CrystalCleveland4 жыл бұрын
Have you tried the re inkers for color instead of the acrylic paint?
@onlyamruta3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic idea ❤️❤️❤️❤️i was wondering how long do they go without drying though?
@curlykent48484 жыл бұрын
Great
@mypaperjourney4 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! Thank you for the paste recipe! What a great tip!!! Love the ring you're wearing. Did you make that? If so, is there a tutorial? If not, where did you get it? I know it's been a few years since you made this video. Tfs GOD Bless
@mariaup22484 жыл бұрын
Great embossing paste. Can I paint metal with this paste like they finnabair art paste? The finnabair paste it's a little bit more fluid
@faysalkus10835 жыл бұрын
I have bought the paste from the shops and since I don't use it often it dries out and I have to throw it out. I am going to try your recipe since I have all the supplies.
@leoangel7112 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this educational tutorial. Can you use chalk paint
@stokrotkaw5 жыл бұрын
hello you very good i like this video
@deborahanne97935 жыл бұрын
Can you add reinker to the white paste to color it? thank you.