If you’ve been following along with my Wednesday Night Live series, you know I love sharing fun, creative techniques—and this week was no exception! I featured the gorgeous new Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder (coming soon to Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusives!) and taught SEVEN different ways to get more from just one folder.
Yes, one folder… endless looks! Here’s a peek at what we covered:
🌻 1. Classic 3D Embossing
Sometimes simple is stunning. We started with the basics—just running plain white cardstock through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to let that bold sunflower texture shine.
🎨 2. Embossed Colored Cardstock
This is a quick and easy way to add rich texture to your projects without any extra steps. Try it on all your favorite colors—especially darker shades for a dramatic look.
🖌️ 3. Embossed + Painted with Ink
We embossed white cardstock, then used Blending Brushes and ink pads to paint the raised areas. It gives a soft, hand-colored look that really makes those sunflower petals pop.
🖤 4. Ink the Folder Before Embossing
Want a bold, graphic effect? Ink one side of the embossing folder before adding your cardstock and running it through. This “letterpress” technique pushes the ink into the debossed areas and leaves the raised design uninked.
✨ 5. Foil Embossing – Gold & Silver
Embossing foil sheets adds a whole new level of WOW. The sunflower texture is sharp and eye-catching on metallic paper, making it perfect for special occasions, holiday cards, or elegant accents.
🗂️ 6. Embossing Designer Series Paper
Yep—you can emboss patterned paper too! It adds gorgeous dimension and a unique twist to your favorite DSP. I recommend tone-on-tone prints or subtle patterns for best results.
🌀 7. Faux Ink Embossing
This technique gives the illusion of ink without actually inking anything! Use Blending Brushes after embossing to softly highlight the raised areas. It’s subtle, artsy, and so pretty.
Look at all the samples I created using the various techniques.
Whether you’re a clean-and-simple crafter or love getting inky, this folder can do it all—and I had a blast showing just how versatile it can be.
If you missed the live, be sure to check out the replay on my YouTube channel Missgingerdots Designs. And don’t forget to grab this folder when it becomes available in the Online Exclusives—it’s definitely one you’ll reach for again and again!
💛 Have questions or want to share your favorite technique? Drop a comment below—I’d love to hear what you’re excited to try!
Stay crafty,
