Background Stamp with Embossing Folder Kissing Technique

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - ONE DAY SPECIAL - Join Toni for her BRAND NEW EMBOSSING FOLDERS - SHOW 4 - broadcast 29TH MAY 23 · 29/05/2023 · watch it from 34:30

Combine a large background stamp with a 3D embossing folder using a 'kissing' technique to transfer subtle detail onto cardstock. This creates a layered, textured background with the embossing folder pattern visible beneath the stamped design.

You will need

Signature Watercolour High Definition 3D Embossing Folder - Love Is in the Air - 191022HSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Ink up a large background stamp with black ink, covering it generously. ▶ watch 34:45
2. Leave the stamp on its carrier sheet and identify the flat areas of your 3D embossing folder (not the raised design). ▶ watch 35:00
3. Press the inked stamp onto the flat areas of the embossing folder, pushing firmly all around the edges to transfer the detail. ▶ watch 35:15
4. Remove the stamp and place your cardstock (yellow or another colour) into the embossing folder. ▶ watch 35:45
5. Run the cardstock through your embossing machine to create the 3D embossed design. ▶ watch 36:00
6. Remove the cardstock and observe the subtle transfer of the background stamp detail combined with the embossed texture. ▶ watch 36:30
7. Optionally add colour highlights to the embossed design using a brush or pen to enhance specific areas like the balloon. ▶ watch 37:00

Tips from the show

• This 'kissing' technique works best with large background stamps that have good coverage.
• The technique creates a subtle, layered effect that adds visual interest without overwhelming the design.
• You can experiment with different coloured cardstocks to see how the transferred detail appears on various backgrounds.

More from this show

• Layered Handbag with Stencil System and 3D Embossing
• Perfume Bottle with Layered Stencil Colouring
• Cross Design with Patchwork Embossing Technique

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