Posted on August 15, 2019

I have to say I am beyond humbled.

I opened my Instagram page the other day and noticed a message. So, I popped over to see what it was about, and there was a message from Kelly from Ranger Ink. WHAT!?!

You see, Ranger Ink has released NEW Speckle Embossing Powders! and they asked if I'd be interested in playing with their new product.

Now, that was a silly question! OF COURSE!

So, I PATIENTLY waited for my box to arrive. When my box arrived, I headed right for my studio to try them out.

I began by using Ranger Emboss It's Grey Tinted Embossing Ink Pad with ArtFoamies ~ Polka Dot stamp. I wanted to see how the product worked and what it looked like when finished. I tried several different ways to apply the Speckle Embossing powder, which is a blend of color and textured granules.

• Pouring onto paper with a stamped image: I found that the color covered the embossing ink, making it a bit difficult for the speckles to adhere.
• Scooping out Embossing Powder with my palette knife and sprinkling it onto the stamped image: This way worked better, but I was still getting too much color and not enough speckle.
• Lastly, using very small quantities of the Speckled Embossing Powder, specifically placed By far my FAVORITE way. It Allowed the "speckles" to adhere better. Once I had determined how to apply the Embossing powder, what next?

First, I wanted to diminish the glossy look. So, I applied a layer of Ranger ~ Tim Holtz Distress Collage Medium ~ Vintage, which worked WONDERFULLY!

I then pulled out more ArtFoamies Stamps and let the stamping, embossing, and layering begin. Layer upon Layer of FABULOUS color. Now...what to do with my new "Embossed Paper".

I decided to cut it into ATCs of 2.5 x 3.5 to use for cards. I then pulled out one of my UmWowStudio ~ Small Ivy. Now, I need a green color, so I thought I'd try mixing BlueBerry and Lemo n Drop. I used Ranger's Emboss It Dabber ~ Clear on the chippie and covered it with my mixture. I have to say, I LOVE how it came out. I even added a bit of Emboss It Dabber, Clear, to the edges of the flower and Embossing Powder, Cotton Candy.

I finished off my card with a stamped sentiment by Yvonne Blair Designs and Impression Obsession.

Thank you for stopping by. I hope you have enjoyed my exploration of Ranger Ink's new Speckle Embossing Powders and that I have inspired you to have a CREATIVE DAY!

Other Products Used:

• ArtFoamies Egg Yolk 
• ArtFoamies Signals 
• ArtFoamies Manhattan Border