{"product_id":"once-upon-a-foil-starter-kit-5-a4-foils-white-cardstock","title":"Once Upon A Foil Starter Kit | 5 A4 Foils \u0026 White Cardstock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour first foil reveal starts here. ✨\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to try toner foiling but don’t know which colours or materials to choose? The \u003cstrong\u003eOnce Upon A Foil Starter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together five colourful A4 toner foil sheets, smooth white cardstock and a ready-printed practice sheet, so you can get to know the process before printing your own designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 × A4 toner reactive foil sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of each finish listed below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 × blank A4 Foiled You Once Smooth White Cardstock sheets — 300gsm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 × A4 toner-printed practice sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e on the same white cardstock, ready for you to foil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA printed quick-start instruction leaflet\u003c\/strong\u003e to guide you through the basics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour five foil colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Carpet\u003c\/strong\u003e — rainbow glitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFairy Dust\u003c\/strong\u003e — gold glitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSleeping Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e — rose pink metallic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvil Queen\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich purple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Lamp\u003c\/strong\u003e — gold holographic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fixed selection to help you explore different colours and finishes. This kit contains \u003cstrong\u003eA4 foil sheets, not rolls\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cut each sheet into smaller pieces to cover your designs and keep unused sections for another make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmooth white cardstock, selected for foiling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included \u003cstrong\u003eFoiled You Once Smooth White Cardstock\u003c\/strong\u003e is A4 and 300gsm. I’ve tested this cardstock with my own toner-foiling setup. Its white background gives you a simple starting point for handmade cards, invitations, gift tags, prints and small-business stationery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck your printer’s supported paper weights before printing your own designs: \u003cstrong\u003enot every laser printer supports 300gsm cardstock\u003c\/strong\u003e. Results depend on your toner, machine, material and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use your kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with the supplied toner-printed practice sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut a piece of foil slightly larger than the design and place it coloured side up, with the transfer side towards the toner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess it in your compatible heated foiling machine using the protection and settings recommended for your equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow it to cool as instructed, then peel back gently for your reveal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more help, follow my \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-toner-foil-beginners-guide\"\u003eillustrated beginner’s guide to toner foiling\u003c\/a\u003e, including foil placement and troubleshooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat else do you need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA compatible toner-foiling machine or suitable heated laminator is required and is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use any carrier folder or protective sheets specified by your machine; these are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practice sheet is already toner printed. To make your own designs on the blank cardstock, you’ll need a compatible toner-based laser printer that supports the material, or access to a suitable toner-printing service. Ordinary inkjet ink alone does not work with this toner-foiling process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis foil is intended for toner foiling. It is not adhesive vinyl, pressure-activated Cricut foil or hot-stamping foil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA little shine for your next project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry a few colours, practise your first peel and find the finish you want to use next. When you’re ready for more, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/once-upon-a-foil\"\u003eOnce Upon A Foil toner foil collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFoil colours and reflections vary with lighting and screen settings. Finished cards and equipment are not included. 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