How to emboss without a machine

How to emboss paper and fabric scraps without an embossing machine
episode 7 of the #junkjournaljoychallenge !
•someone asked me through mail how to emboss without a Big Shot, and so today I share how to do it!
•you can emboss without a machine: you can wet with water a piece of paper and put it in an embossing folder and then press it with a glass jar or a rolling pin (use what you have!)
then you can let it dry naturally or accelerate with an heat tool or a hair drier
and that’s it!
you can recycle a lot of leftovers or scraps from other projects and reduce your waste.
what do you think? let me know in the comments 🤍
•last episode :
• Turn ugly SCRAPS into ...
if you want to take a part in the junk journal joy challenge
just do something with your scraps
and if you want to share, just use the hashtag #junkjournaljoychallenge
so we’ll can inspire each other’s
(oh don’t forget to tag me, so I’ll share your things in my stories 🌟)
I’ll do a video at least once a week (probably every tuesday plus something else if I can)
only rule: use your scraps (with other things or not… with every technique… no limits)
the goal is create an habit, a ritual
to do something creative every week
for self-care
to slow down
to have fun
…and to finally use all that scraps 😀
I hope to “see” you in 🥰
have a lovely day !!
Francesca
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About me:
Hello, I’m Francesca Radice, a junk journal enthusiast, and creator. I’m Italian and love creating handmade journals with vintage things mixed with recycled or new modern objects. My background is Psychology, so I like practicing creativity as a mindful activity. I’m the Italian ambassador for the Digital College Club and I create design projects for VectoriaDesigns. On this channel, you will see junk journal tutorials from start to finish, quick craft projects on a budget, how to turn junk into something elegant and beautiful, precious and timeless handmade books flip through, tips and tricks to help you express your own voice through creativity, and have fun!
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[@crinkledpath]

I told my family I wanted embossing folders for Christmas in the hopes that my rolling pin would work because I don’t have a die cutting machine. I’m so happy to see your video pop up to confirm it will! Thank you!!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

that’s great, have fun !!

[@kellyjean4981]

What an incredible eye and imagination you have for creating such beauty

[@JunkJournalJoy]

you are so kind Kelly! thank you so much!!

[@suewegert2323]

Great idea for embossing.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thanks:)

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

I loved this video thank you so much. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Tracy☺️

[@susandeveaux4117]

Very beautiful and thank you !!!!!!!!!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

you are welcome ☺️❤️

[@catincj5162]

Excellent idea. Thank you!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

I’m glad that you like it 😃

[@carriecorbin1502]

Awesome video and beautiful tag. Love it❤

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Carrie!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

hi friend! thank you for watching! more tutorials here: kzbin.info/aero/PL1lfDffonQoAk3g-UQEOtW5bvbgPfY3BM have a great day☺️ ps: it was useful? share this video with your crafty friends 🥰

[@rosemariewatz6741]

What a fabulous idea Francesca. Still love to watch your videos. You would not believe I have had an embossing machine (electric) for over a year, but am too scared to use it. At least I am not scared of a rolling pin and water in a spray bottle. Thank you so much for sharing. From Rose.

[@rosemariewatz6741]

Forgot to add Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

that’s great Rosemarie! I’m glad that it’s helpful! Merry Christmas to you and yours too!

[@memoryjournalsbyyvon]

Try using the machine also, it is awesome, I was hooked to embossing after a couple of times trying. 😍

[@maryjager1757]

Hey! Now I have a use for my rolling pin! (Since I don’t make pie crusts). Hehe😂

[@JunkJournalJoy]

😂

[@dorisandujar8277]

Thank you for this great alternative to a machine. I was checking out the price and they're almost $200 with all the extras. No thanks I cant afford it. The fabric came out pretty good. I would use it. Thank you for sharing this video. 🌹❤️🌹❤️😊

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much! I’m glad it’s helpful:))) ☺️

[@sheilacook1395]

Haha! So good! Thank you!! 🙏🏼🤓

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Sheila!

[@elkekelly7485]

I used ink and water for my not so grate scrap, it turned out fabulous.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

great :)

[@RaindropLila7]

Such a wonderful idea! thank you so much for sharing!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Lidia☺️

[@RaindropLila7]

@@JunkJournalJoy you're welcome my friend.

[@ziddlius]

Wonderful 💜

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much!☺️

[@AprilAdairShares]

Beautiful. I bought an embossing folder not realizing you needed a machine and this technique works! I wish there was a way to stop the paper from warping but it’s still very pretty. ❤

[@JunkJournalJoy]

I don’t know what you exactly means that the paper “warping” (it has to warp to create the emboss) but you can try this that it’s similar, maybe it works better for you 🌟 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHiognacmLmZeJI

[@BRebornArtHealing]

Fantastic!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you!!

[@kandyl34]

Brilliant!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much!🤍

[@karinroloff4562]

Really cool ideas and techniques........😻 They say you can do this with die-cuts, too, but I wouldn't probable do it with a wooden rolling pin..😀

[@JunkJournalJoy]

oh thank you for sharing 🥰!

[@marydeevaldez51]

I love the way you put the colors together and what and awesome idea of using the water. The card is beautiful and I love your accent.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

awwww, thank you so much Mary, it means a lot!

[@tj688]

Thank you for sharing this technique! I accidentally bought an embossing folder and was wondering how I could use it without a machine. As per usual a beautiful result. I love your artistic style.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you! I’m glad that’s helpful:)

[@MrGAETANO25]

Ciao Francesca ,ennesimo grazie di cuore,conoscevo queste alternative ma non il fatto di bagnare la carta prima,grazieeeee

[@JunkJournalJoy]

prego! si, l’acqua aiuta :) grazie mille🌟

[@pauletteliddell2923]

Thank you for showing us how to make this. I'm going to try this. Very neat.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Paulette 😍

[@rosalindfeemster8049]

Pretty

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thanks

[@kayrejones3071]

Thank you!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

anytime ☺️

[@beverlynielsen6714]

Good morning Francesca. What an amazing idea. Thank you for sharing. Hugs.💕

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Beverly !

[@Canadian693]

Great idea, tfs! Love your accent! New subbie from Northern Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much !!!🫶 and welcome!!

[@Rookiejournal_]

How amazing!!! Thank you so much for this! ✨😍

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank YOU for watching and commenting 🥰

[@tammytoler1519]

I love your videos. Hope you and yours have a very merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 😊

[@JunkJournalJoy]

awww thank you Tammy! I wish you and yours a merry Christmas you too! 🌟

[@nancypyter1511]

Very clever idea Francesca and very pretty outcome!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Nancy :)

[@kenpatel1195]

Great Thanks

[@JunkJournalJoy]

I’m glad that you like it, thanks for watching and commenting 🤍

[@TSD0416]

Oh my goodness, this collage is so beautiful. You are very creative, thank you for sharing your beautiful art work. I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm subscribing now 💕💕💕

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much! welcome ☺️☺️☺️

[@marjoriewright5808]

Great idea...I love the finished card!!!!

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you Marjorie☺️

[@Usdukes]

I love the way this turned out on the paper! Looks like anaglypta wallpaper. 😊

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you so much! yes, it’s true 😃

[@MeredithHenning]

I LOVE THIS JOY!!! Just grabbed my first set of embossing folders off amazon, coming tomorrow and I'm going to try this method, I'm so excited cuz I'm too cheap to buy an Embossing machine yet, LOL!!! xo 🥰

[@JunkJournalJoy]

that’s great Meredith and thank you☺️ have fun and let me know!! 😃 hugs!

[@memoryjournalsbyyvon]

Great video 😍, I tried this method and failed, but I never saw someone make the folder and the paper so much wet, so I'm going to try again. Thanks so much Francesca 🥰

[@JunkJournalJoy]

that’s the secret… the water ☝🏻😉

[@giusicoluccia6594]

La tag è bellissima, Francesca 😍 e grazie per il trucchetto della goffratura...a volte non mi va di mettere fuori la macchina per un foglietto 😅

[@JunkJournalJoy]

grazie Giusi 🤍😘

[@carolentringer8836]

The wooden tool is called a rolling pin. 🙂

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you!

[@Wendy-sj6di]

Yes this is how we tame our men😂

[@lnzh8410]

Merci !

[@JunkJournalJoy]

🤍!

[@chapisavinagaleacantoreggi5211]

Molto interessante!.. ci fai risparmiare😅.. ma si puo fare anche con le fustelle da taglio?... Da provare assolutamente.. Felicissima di trovare un'italiana in questo mondo fantastico. Grazie.

[@JunkJournalJoy]

con la fustella magari funziona di più usare qualche strato di carta igienica, bagnare con uno spruzzino e poi picchiettare con un pennello (ha un nome questa tecnica, ma non lo ricordo!) funziona anche con i timbri ;)

[@juliehouck6154]

Beautiful.Did you make your beautiful fodder book from Fodder School?

[@JunkJournalJoy]

thank you! no, I’m not in the fodder school. for the ephemera holder there is a tutorial here kzbin.info/www/bejne/joeUd5-FgdSmj6c and for the journal here kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4epinhjn9hjhJo enjoy☺️

[@juliehouck6154]

@@JunkJournalJoy Awesome! Thanks for sharing! Happy New Year wishes to you ❤️🙏🏼

[@monyluce6724]

Bellissima idea ❤️ grazie 🙏 dove posso trovare quello "stampino'? Non so come si chiama... C'è un tutorial in italiano su questa tecnica? Grazie per il tuo lavoro ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@JunkJournalJoy]

si chiama “embossing folder”, in italiano non l’ho fatto ma è semplice: bagni la carta che vuoi embossare, la metti dentro l’embosser folder, chiudi e poi ci passi sopra con il mattarello o qualcosa di rotondo… tanto olio di gomito e il gioco è fatto :) aspetta che si asciughi naturalmente oppure usa un phon o l’heat gun per accelerare l’asciugatura 🌟 (i folder li trovi su amazon, aliexpress, ebay, etsy…)

[@monyluce6724]

@@JunkJournalJoy grazie infinite per la spiegazione 😘 sei un tesoro oltre che bravissima ❤️