This heat gun does what it is supposed to do. Be sure to make sure you leave it above your image you are embossing by at least 3 inches. Also make sure you keep it over the area until you see the embossing medium get shiny. Then move it to the next area you need to emboss. Be sure to use a heat resisitant surface under this while using it. The addition of an embossing gun can do a lot for your crafting projects.