What's Up Wednesday~ Shrink Wrap Trick!

 

Shrink Wrap Trick!

Want to try something new and magical in your next paper crafting session? This WOW Tip from Stampin’ Up! uses Iridescent Treat Bags and a heat tool to create incredible textured panels that add shimmer and shine to any project!

Here’s how to create this impressive look:
Step 1:
Slip a piece of Basic White Cardstock inside an Iridescent Treat Bag. This becomes your base.

Step 2:
Using a Heat Tool and holding it about 1–2 inches above the bag, heat in a side-to-side motion until the bag begins to shrink around the cardstock. Flip it over and repeat on the other side.
Safety First! Work on a heat-safe surface. Hold the bag with a tweezers or similar tool. Don’t hold with your fingers!

Step 3:
Once cooled, cut the shrink-wrapped cardstock into three panels. You can reheat along the cut edges to help reseal them for a nicely finished look.

Ready to Try It?
These shiny and crinkled panels are perfect for adding texture to cards, tags, and gift packaging. The iridescent finish catches the light in the most beautiful way. Photos don’t do it justice!

Products used on the card above:

• Charming Day Bundle
• Iridescent Treat Bags
• Ink: Tuxedo Black, Petunia Pop
• Purple Fine Shimmer Gems
• Cardstock: Basic White, Petunia Pop, Lemon Lime Twist, Garden Green
• Stampin' Blend markers: Lemon Lime Twist, Old Olive, Granny Apple Green, Flirty Flamingo
• Tools: Heat Tool, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Cut & Embossing Machine

I hope you give this fun trick a try! It's a great way to use the Iridescent Treat Bags in a different way. Anytime you can use your products in multiple ways it makes them even more economical!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up® Demonstrator 

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