Video: Faux Textured Metal Paper + GIVEAWAY

Well… I had lost my crafty mojo. To get it back, I decided to dive in and make a lot of cards for friends. And it worked! However, the result is a long video and post. I am sorry – I hope that is ok! The cards featured one of my favorite older techniques – faux textured metal paper with Perfect Pearls and Embossing Folders.

[All supplies are linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails at the end of this post. Affiliate links used. To watch the video in HD on YouTube, click HERE.]

Again – there are A LOT of cards in this video and post and I apologize! I got carried away. It was kinda of my “healing” from a long struggle of not creating much. I feel so much better! I hope these cards show you that you can take products you have and put them to good use to make a bunch of cards… all with a simple card design.

I have details on what products I used on each card below. On all of them, I used Stick It adhesive to the back of die cuts to make them easy to apply. This is a great, helpful product! On many of the cards I used the super-cool multi-dimensional We R Memory Keepers Next Level Embossing Folders. These suckers sell fast, but you can find many at Simon Says Stamp, Ellen Hutson and Amazon. Or, just use whatever embossing folders you have!

OK, here is what I used on each card:

“Friend Card”Evergreen Bough and Cracked Pistachio Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls + WRMK Geometric Embossing Folder + Mama Elephant Friend Die + SSS Mini Hearts Die + American Craft Black Glitter Paper:

(Check out the dimension from these embossing folders! Swoon.)

“Thanks Card”Abandoned Coral and Fossilized Amber Distress Inks + Gold Perfect Pearls + WRMK Bouquet Embossing Folder + Thanks Hero Arts Die + SSS Mini Hearts Die:

Want the look of brushed silver? Try this.

“Thank You Card” –  Hickory Smoke Distress Ink + Perfect Pearls + WRMK Geometric Embossing Folder + Impression Obsession Thank You Die  (LOVE this!) + SSS Mini Hearts Die + American Craft Black Glitter Paper:

This next one is similar to the last.

Hello Card” –  Hickory Smoke Distress Ink + Perfect Pearls + WRMK Gemstone Embossing Folder + Neat and Tangled Hello Die + American Craft Black Glitter Paper:

Interested in a brushed gold/bronze look?

“You’re Amazing Card”Vintage Photo + Antique Linen Distress Inks + Gold Perfect Pearls + WRMK Woven Embossing Folder + My Favorite Things Butterfly Die + SSS You’re Amazing Die:

(The gold shine is incredible in real life.)

“Hugs Card”Blueprint Sketch, Mermaid Lagoon and Twisted Citron Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls + WRMK Woven Embossing FolderPapertrey Ink Hugs Die:

“Thanks Card”Evergreen Bough and Cracked Pistachio Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls (wiped off with baby wipe) + old Maggie Holmes Embossing Folder + Impression Obsession Thanks Die + SSS Mini Hearts Die + American Craft Silver Glitter Paper + Glossy Accents:

“Thank You Card” –  Picked Raspberry and Abandoned Coral Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls (wiped off with baby wipe) + WRMK Gemstone Embossing Folder + Impression Obsession Thank You Die + SSS Mini Hearts Die:

(I will admit – I messed this one up so I trimmed done the “metal” area and added it to a white card.)

“Hello Card” –  Blueprint Sketch and Mermaid Lagoon Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls + DoCrafts Quilting Embossing Folder + Hero Arts Hello Die + SSS Mini Hearts Die:

“Hugs Card” –  Picked Raspberry and Abandoned Coral Distress Inks + Gold Perfect Pearls + WRMK Bouquet Embossing Folder + Papertrey Ink Hugs Die + Memory Box Butterflies Die:

(Oh that shine…)

“Congrats Card” –  Mermaid Lagoon and Twisted Citron Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls + Taylored Expressions Corrugated Embossing Folder + Hero Arts Congrats Die + SSS Mini Stars Die:

“Hello Card” –  Abandoned Coral and Fossilized Amber Distress Inks + Perfect Pearls + DoCrafts Hearts and Kisses Embossing Folder + Seven Paper Gold Sticker + SSS Mini Hearts Die:

GIVEAWAY

Giveaway time! How would you like to win a set of Metallic Perfect Pearls? For your chance, leave a comment below by 11:59pmEST on 8/6/15. (The winner’s name will be randomly selected and posted on my “Winners page” after the giveaway closes. International folks are eligible, too!)

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735 thoughts on “Video: Faux Textured Metal Paper + GIVEAWAY”

  1. OMG – this is AMAZING – will have to try this ASAP!!!

  2. Stacy V says:

    Those are awesome cards! My favourite part is that they are so simple to make 😀

    Great tutorial!

  3. Leslie Spring says:

    lovely ideas. Thanks!

  4. Lisa says:

    These are SO lovely, Jennifer. I absolutely love them. Must get out the perfect pearl stash!

  5. Bonnie says:

    Jennifer, thanks so much for sharing this technique and all the extra tips along the way. These cards are beyond gorgeous!

  6. SiskiyouSue says:

    Thanks, the video is great. I should be able to replicate the look with no problems. Your cards are beautiful!

  7. Greta H says:

    My friend Linda (rcwidow) on Flickr was inspired by your video & I loved what she made so had to come watch it for myself. Thank you so much for these ideas–just the style of cards I love! I don’t have perfect pearls but I’m going to give it a try with my old Pearl EX & one other brand of powders. Now I also have to get some of those new embossing folders I had not yet seen!

  8. Heather Lynn says:

    Wow Jennifer,

    This technique is so easy. I quickly created a beautiful card to donate for a great cause. I would love to win the metallics….I want the GOLD!!! Thanks for sharing.

  9. deborah says:

    I’ve just discovered you and watched the YT demonstration which was great. I love what you did and I love those deep embossing folders too!

  10. Robin says:

    Absolutely gorgeous cards and I love the new distress ink colors. Will you be adding those to your ink swatch downloads?

  11. Terry B. says:

    Wow, love the look of these cards, and those
    WRMK next level embossing folders are awesome!

  12. Mary says:

    I tried this technique after watching your video and was delighted with the results! It was easier than I expected and the cards look beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

  13. Sonia says:

    Hi Lila 🙂 Hope you feel better now! ♥ Jennifer, all your cards are beautifull. A lot of inspiration for me, thanks! Thanks too for the chance to win this giveway! bye

  14. Patti T. says:

    Jennifer, I am so impressed with your skill and talent in making all of the lovely cards that you share with us. I am also impressed by your capability to list all of your supplies. I hate to mention that you mentioned a link to your friend Carrissa’s YouTube channel. I cannot find the link here or on your YouTube post. I would love to check out her channel!

  15. Kim Sharabba says:

    My new WeRMemory Keepers embossing folders arrived today. I’m having the TIME OF MY LIFE with them. HOLY MOLEY. Yes, Jennifer. You are a HUGE drug dealer. I’m sure any minute I’ll be getting the darn Minc – or whatever it is … I haven’t watched it. If I watch it, I’ll want it and I don’t want to want it. So, I”m not watching it. I’m NOT. But boy I’m telling you … I’ve had these PearlEx containers for years and I’m about to need a new regular white one replacement. Sigh. Thank you.

  16. Lagene says:

    Jennifer, I am starting my 4th card using your technique with more colors.
    https://inkylageney.wordpress.com/2015/08/07/2015-c46-faux-metal-embossed-paper-get-well-card/
    https://inkylageney.wordpress.com/2015/08/04/2015-c45-faux-textured-metal-paper/
    and the third one is not posted yet.
    Thanks so much for the inspiration and instructions!

  17. Donna K says:

    It’s almost like having you in my craft room with all your fabulous videos. What a great technique – I can’t wait to try this. You always have the most awesome cards but also great tips. Fab idea to use post-it tape to wrestle intricate dies. thanks!

  18. Chris K says:

    WOW! Great cards – thanks for sharing.

  19. Linda O says:

    Love this and cant wait to try it!!!!! thanks for all the great ideas!!!

  20. Ronda says:

    Very pretty, thank you so much for sharing all your amazing ideas!

  21. Laura P. says:

    Hi Jennifer,
    How cute is Lila?! I hope she had fun with the Play-Doh and the dr visit went well.
    Thank you for this fabulous video!! Your ideas are great and I must tey the WRMK embossing folders, particularly the geometric ones. Very inspirational!!

  22. Lynda J says:

    Do I love dies? Oh yes! I thought you and the others were a little crazy because I was going to be so creative with my Cricut. Wish I’d spent that money on dies for my Vintaj die cutter machine! I’m addicted!! Thank you for all your great videos!

  23. Jennifer says:

    I watched this video twice. Never apologize for having long videos…..you have a lot of important things to say!!! Lila Is a drop of sunshine!!!!

  24. Valerie says:

    I think I already commented on what an amazing technique this is, but Lydia from Understand Blue gave us a timeline of what is involved in producing even a short video. Thank you so much for using your precious time to share your craft with us. I would never be able to produce even my feeble attempts at cards if it wasn’t for people like you who are willing to share.

  25. Brandy says:

    FANTASTIC VIDEO!!! AMAZING CARDS!!! I am so inspired! I too am struggling creatively right now so this video came to me at the perfect time! Thank you for posting all the products as well…spending my children’s inheritance on Distress It inks and embossing folders! LOL

  26. Greta H says:

    I’ve made a couple cards inspired by this post & one has been posted here http://ggnursecreations.blogspot.com/2015/08/pti-saf-card-2.html
    Thanks for all the great ideas you share, Jennifer!

  27. Julie Blake says:

    I watched your video – jam packed with information, as always. But I have to say the highlight was Lila saying Hi. I do hope she feels better by now. Thank you – Julie

  28. lital says:

    i’ve just made a card that was inspired by this post.
    thank you so much!

  29. Bbmiller says:

    And I thought I was organized. Silly me.

    1. I love it! Looks great, and thanks for sharing! 🙂

      Jennifer

  30. Carolann81 says:

    I have been looking for the perfect pearls and none of my stores are carrying the good colors would love to win some or find them somewhere!

  31. Kandice says:

    along with everyone else in the crafting world, I love your videos. You give great inspiration!!! thanks for being you.

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