Slimline Embossed Card with Ink Pad Technique

A project from our live show ONE DAY SPECIAL - Join Toni for her brand new launch - Broadcast 6th December 24 · 12/06/2024 · watch it from 41:15

Make a slimline card using the All Occasions embossing folder in a smaller format. This project demonstrates how to ink the embossing folder directly with an ink pad and create beautiful detail by working on both the raised and debossed sides.

You will need

Dcwv Cardstock Bundle - 061224ASEE IT

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Step by step

1. Select a piece of DCWV cardstock in a coordinating colour for your slimline card. ▶ watch 41:30
2. Ink the raised side of the All Occasions slimline embossing folder with your chosen ink pad colour. ▶ watch 42:00
3. Use a brush to soften any harsh lines in the inked areas if desired. ▶ watch 42:30
4. Place the inked embossing folder on the pink base plate. ▶ watch 43:00
5. Position your cardstock on top of the folder. ▶ watch 43:15
6. Place a clear plate on top and run through the machine. ▶ watch 43:30
7. Flip the card and ink the debossed side with a complementary colour if desired. ▶ watch 44:00
8. Run through the machine again to transfer the ink from the debossed areas. ▶ watch 44:30

Tips from the show

• You can use a brush to stipple or blend ink onto the embossing folder rather than applying it directly for more control.
• Working on both sides of the embossing folder gives you multiple design options from a single card.

More from this show

• Embossed Christmas Card with White Core Cardstock
• Mini Embossed Card with Multi-Colour Ink Technique

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