As I have not done a foundation course I feel as if my practical creative skills are very limited and thus I decided to participate in a foiling and embossing workshop.
Firstly embossing and debossing were learnt, a method in which I had no previous knowledge upon. Simple, and quick I believe that this method could be used to develop a strong finish on a product whereby user experience is key. It was discovered that more robust materials made a stronger effect, with the laser cut wooden shapes appearing highly effective, compared to that of string. It was also discovered that textures can appear apparent, a factor in which would be useful when developing more abstract pieces. One issue that arose is that strong plastics, for example buttons, cannot be used as they cut through the cloth. This also applies to metals.
The foiling exercise highlighted the final stage of the process, whereby heat is added to the foil in order to combine it to the paper. This process was also simple, although the glue used was old and thus the foil didn't stick very successfully. When discussing the minimal point size to be used it was stated that the process struggles with type under 12pt. Before foiling can be completed a screenprint process must be completed whereby the screen is washed, exposed etc. Glue is then run through the screen rather than paint, allowing for glue formed outline to be developed. Heat must then be applied etc. As a result of this the overall process is very long, and thus I would only use this method when completing a substantial brief.
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