More fun with foam #onelittletag

Hi there!  My blog today is a continuation of yesterdays post. After getting such a good result with the textured fun foam, I wondered how well my own textured foam would work.  I have several embossing folders with great patterns and thought I could make some interesting textured foam.  I wanted to share my results.  I noticed that the foam I used yesterday was a little thicker than usual, so I adhered 2 sheets together and cut them down to sample sizes.  I chose some of my folders by a few different companies.  I ran them through my Cuttlebug, passing it back and forth a couple of times to make sure there was a good impression.  I used my distress ink and ran it over the foam and put my card on top and rubbed.  One of the bonuses to this method is that you also have the negative image on the other side of the foam, so I tested both sides.

I have to say, I think the textured foam I purchased worked a little better and gave a cleaner image.  But, I do think that the foam I made with the embossing folders gave some very interesting and distressed effects, too.  What do you think?

I'm dying to share my little arty find with you! #onelittletag

How did I get all those yummy textural impressions?  Glad you asked, because I am dying to share my little arty find with you!

I was in the dollar store to get a couple of neck cushions for our flight, and I always have a peek in the craft section.  I was rushing through, but there I spotted it, textured fun foam!  I though it would be great, if it worked, and tossed it in the cart.

Today I pulled it out to give it a try.  I lightly ran my distress ink across the foam and placed my tag on top and rubbed.  I was really pleased with the results!  So. I thought I would share.  I am going to give it a try with my Gelli plate, too, when I get a chance.  I'm not sure if the pattern is deep enough to work with the plate and the paint, but nothing ventured, nothing gained, right?

The sheets are 20 cm x 15 cn (7.8" x 5.9") and there are 2 of each per package.  I may try cutting out different shapes and using them as stamps.  I will let you see how that looks when I do it.
I got my textured foam sheets at Dollarama.  I think they may only be in Canada, but I'm sure this foam must be available in other stores.  So if you like the look of this texture, keep your eyes open in the craft or kids section of your local store.