Faux Embossed Layered Pansy Card

A project from our live show STUDIO 3 - Industry News from Toni Darroch LIVE - broadcast 24th March 22 · 24/03/2022 · watch it from 15:00

Create a beautiful card featuring layered pansy flowers with a faux embossed background that mimics the look of an embossing folder without needing one. The card combines dimensional flowers with a textured background for an elegant, professional finish.

DOWNLOAD THIS GUIDE (PDF)

Step by step

1. Die cut pansy leaves from white card stock using the layered pansies die set. ▶ watch 15:30
2. To create the faux embossed background, use the same coloured card stock as your card base and die cut leaf elements onto it. ▶ watch 16:00
3. Glue the white die cut leaves flat onto the matching coloured card base to create dimension. ▶ watch 16:30
4. Continue filling the background by gluing additional die cut leaf elements across the card, mixing up the placement to avoid repetition. ▶ watch 17:00
5. Trim away the excess from the edges of the background using scissors to create a neat card shape. ▶ watch 22:30
6. Assemble the layered pansy flowers by starting with the largest petal layer and gluing it down flat. ▶ watch 27:30
7. Add the second petal layer, positioning it so the petals align with the outer edge of the first layer. ▶ watch 28:30
8. Use a dober or sponge to add a touch of colour to the petal lines for subtle shading and dimension. ▶ watch 29:00
9. Glue the smaller petal layer on top, again aligning the edges, and add colour to the lines. ▶ watch 30:00
10. Glue the centre piece of the flower flat to complete the pansy. ▶ watch 31:00
11. Glue the banner die cut onto the card background. ▶ watch 39:00
12. Position and glue the assembled pansy flowers and leaves around the banner on the card. ▶ watch 46:00
13. Add sparkle pen details to the card for extra shine and to blend the ink slightly. ▶ watch 47:30

Tips from the show

• Place before you stick – always position your elements first to plan the layout.
• The faux embossed background works best when you use the same coloured card stock as your base card.
• You can raise the flower petals slightly with adhesive pads to create more dimension if desired.

Written up from the show itself. See every guide from our shows · free how-to guides · watch live on My Telly