Another 3D Embossing Example
Good day, fellow crafters. Today I have been in the studio working with some of my favorite 3D embossing folders and I decided to share another one that I created with you. I really love the way this method allows you to create physical textures instead of using visual texture tricks to fool the eye. The dimension you can add to your card designs will really up your game. This technique is easy to use and can be done with a variety of materials, including cardstock, vellum, and metal foil, making it a versatile choice for any card-making project. I hope you enjoy it.
For this particular card, I decided to use the Diamonds 3D embossing folder from Spellbinders. What drew me to this folder was the uniform depth and consistency of the geometric design. However, I needed to take precautions to prevent any possible cracking or tear-out on the deep 3D folder. To do this, I misted the back of the White cardstock with water before running it through the embossing machine. This created an impressive and intricate design that I then set aside to dry.
Once the design was dry, I decided to blend some Pink ink lightly over the surface to create the background color. I was careful to ensure that I didn't leave any dark lines around the image, and I used a microfiber cloth to remove any excess ink and create a polished finish.
As for the layout of the card, I wanted to switch things up from my usual approach of using the picture frame style. Instead, I opted for a different strategy and chose to create a smaller background and offset it to the corner of the card. This approach helps the eye to move around the card, especially with the geometric design of the embossing folder. To visually play off the background, I also used a much larger mat than I normally do. When you look at the card, it's easy to imagine that the lines of the Kraft-colored A2 card base, the mat, and the background are all one piece.
To finish off the card, I used the sentiment from the Honey Bee Stamps' Bee Young: Blooms stamp set. I stamped it onto a Kraft-colored cardstock using Jet Black ink to match the card base. After cutting it out using the corresponding die set, I used pop dots to adhere it to the card face. I did this both for added height and to ensure that it remained level due to the textured background. Overall, I am pleased with how this card turned out and I hope it inspires others to experiment with different layout strategies and textures in their own card-making projects.
