Foil embossed fantasy map craft for 12-year-olds
This project is for 12-year-olds who enjoy drawing imaginary worlds and adding textured metallic details. The map can be entirely fictional, with no real locations needed.
What to buy
Thin aluminum craft metal sheet
Cardstock backing sheet
Fantasy map planning paper
Embossing stylus
Cork bulletin board
Masking tape
Fine-tip permanent marker
Metallic paint pens
Colored pencils
Ruler
Circle stencil
Pencil
Eraser
Double-sided tape
Who this list is for
A 12-year-old who likes imaginary worlds and metallic textures can use this list to make a foil embossed fantasy map. The map can be entirely fictional, so no real locations or real-world geography are needed.
How to use this list
Sketch landforms, routes, symbols, and place names on fantasy map planning paper using a pencil, ruler, circle stencil, and eraser. Tape the thin aluminum craft metal sheet over a cork bulletin board with masking tape, then trace selected lines gently with the embossing stylus. Use the fine-tip permanent marker and metallic paint pens for visible details. Color the cardstock backing sheet with colored pencils if wanted, then mount the finished metal map with double-sided tape.
Common mistakes
Pressing too hard with the embossing stylus can tear thin craft metal. Do not emboss directly on a hard table; the cork bulletin board gives the sheet room to form texture. Keep the map design simple enough to read after embossing. Avoid bending the finished metal sheet when attaching it to the cardstock backing.
What is on this list
The list includes thin aluminum craft metal, a cardstock backing sheet, fantasy map planning paper, an embossing stylus, cork bulletin board, and masking tape. You also need a fine-tip permanent marker, metallic paint pens, colored pencils, ruler, circle stencil, pencil, eraser, and double-sided tape. Cross off materials already on hand.
When you are done
Lift the map carefully from the cork board and check the raised lines under good light. Mount it flat on the cardstock backing and display it where the foil will not be creased.
FAQ
Who is "Foil embossed fantasy map craft for 12-year-olds" for?
A 12-year-old who likes imaginary worlds and metallic textures can use this list to make a foil embossed fantasy map. The map can be entirely fictional, so no real locations or real-world geography are needed.
How should I use "Foil embossed fantasy map craft for 12-year-olds"?
Sketch landforms, routes, symbols, and place names on fantasy map planning paper using a pencil, ruler, circle stencil, and eraser. Tape the thin aluminum craft metal sheet over a cork bulletin board with masking tape, then trace selected lines gently with the embossing stylus. Use the fine-tip permanent marker and metallic paint pens for visible details. C…
What should I skip or avoid with "Foil embossed fantasy map craft for 12-year-olds"?
Pressing too hard with the embossing stylus can tear thin craft metal. Do not emboss directly on a hard table; the cork bulletin board gives the sheet room to form texture. Keep the map design simple enough to read after embossing. Avoid bending the finished metal sheet when attaching it to the cardstock backing.
What is on the "Foil embossed fantasy map craft for 12-year-olds" list?
The list includes thin aluminum craft metal, a cardstock backing sheet, fantasy map planning paper, an embossing stylus, cork bulletin board, and masking tape. You also need a fine-tip permanent marker, metallic paint pens, colored pencils, ruler, circle stencil, pencil, eraser, and double-sided tape. Cross off materials already on hand.
What should I do when I am done?
Lift the map carefully from the cork board and check the raised lines under good light. Mount it flat on the cardstock backing and display it where the foil will not be creased.
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