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Add Depth to Your Creations: Introducing 3D Embossing Folders with a Twist
Are you a card maker, artisan, or craft enthusiast looking to elevate your projects? Get ready to be inspired by the latest trend in card making —3D embossing folders with a twist! These tools are perfect for adding a new dimension and intricate details to your crafts. In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to the mesmerizing Sealed 3D Botanical Collection, showcase two standout products, and provide practical tips for using them in your next project. Let’s explore the world of 3D embossing and discover how these innovative tools can transform your creations!
What Are 3D Embossing Folders With A Twist?
3D embossing folders are a game-changer for crafters. Unlike traditional embossing folders, which create a flat, uniform design, 3D folders add multiple layers of depth and dimension. This results in a more intricate and realistic texture on your projects. The Sealed 3D Botanical Collection takes this to the next level with its unique designs, high-quality materials, and coordinating dies.
Unveiling the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection
The Sealed 3D Botanical Collection is a must-have for any serious crafter. This collection offers a variety of nature-inspired designs that bring a touch of the outdoors to your projects. From delicate florals to whimsical mushrooms, each design is meticulously crafted to ensure the highest quality embossing.
The Sealed 3D Botanical Collection features an array of designs that cater to different tastes and project needs. Whether you’re looking to create elegant cards or whimsical tags, this collection has something for everyone. Each folder is made from durable materials, ensuring that you get crisp, clean embossing every time.
3D Embossing Folders With A Twist: Mushrooms From Me To You
One of the standout products in the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection is the “Mushrooms From Me To You” emboss & cut folder. This design features a charming arrangement of mushrooms, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your projects.
The “Mushrooms From Me To You” folder comes with large, medium, and small tag embossed designs, each with coordinating dies. This allows you to create three projects at once that can be used together or on various projects, from cards to gift wrap.
Imagine sending a handmade card adorned with beautifully embossed mushrooms. The intricate details and layered design will make your card stand out. You can use different coloring techniques to highlight the depth and texture, making each mushroom pop.
Scallops Labels & Tags
The Sealed 3D Botanical Collection, Scallops Labels & Tags is a set of 11 nesting cutting dies. The square-inspired design with its distinctive top of three soft curved scallops is a perfect match for the Mushrooms from me to you embossed designs. You can pair the two together to create depth and dimension to your cards.
These dies can be used to anchor your design, create frames by nesting two, or make shaped cards. There are so many versatile design options. And, the smallest shape is a tag to accent a project or gift. Or, use it to back the tag you create with Mushrooms From Me To You.
3D Embossing Folders With A Twist: Floral For You
Another highlight from the collection is the “Floral For You” emboss & cut folder. This design features an elegant arrangement of flowers and butterflies, perfect for adding a sophisticated touch to your crafts.
Similar to the mushroom design, the “Floral For You” folder comes with large, medium, and small tag embossed designs with coordinating dies. This versatility allows you to create a cohesive look across multiple projects.
Floral designs are always a hit in the crafting world. With the “Floral For You” embossing folder, you can create stunning cards, tags, and more. The detailed embossing adds a luxurious feel to your projects, making them perfect for special occasions.
Fresh Picked Labels & Tag Dies
Fresh Picked Labels and Tag Etched Dies, another nesting die set from the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection includes 10 cutting dies. These dies are a fun shape with its pointed top and bottom ends that make them a fun and unique shape. Just like the Scallops Labels & Tags you can use them as solid shapes to anchor your design, create frames by nesting two, or make shaped cards with them. And, the smallest shape is a tag to accent a project or gift too.
I used the Essential Arches die set to layer my Floral for you projects, but you can find cards created with Fresh Picked Labels & Tag Dies in Spellbinders’ June 2024 Club Kits.
Creating Cards with the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection
Here are step-by-step instructions for two card designs, one featuring the “Mushrooms From Me To You” and the other using the “Floral For You” embossing folder. If you are new to 3D embossing, there are tips at the bottom of this article to create stunning cards with them.
Mushroom Card Set Design – Using 3D Embossing Folders With A Twist
The beauty to this emboss & cut folder is that you can make three items at once.
- Trim Your Paper: Trim Spellbinders portabello to a half sheet (5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″)..
- Prepare Your Folder: Lightly mist your cardstock with water and place it in the “Mushrooms From Me To You” embossing folder.
- Run Through Die-Cutting Machine: Slowly run the folder through your die-cutting machine.
- Enhance the Embossing: Use Yasutomo metallic watercolor paints to highlight the embossed mushroom designs.
- Finish Your Card: Attach the embossed design to a card base, and add a sentiment.
TIPS
- If you’re using a Platinum 6 you will use the following sandwich (beginning on the bottom): Platform Base (A), 3D Embossing folder with cardstock inside, Adapter Plate (D).
- You can use a metallic marker to draw the eye to the sentiment on the tag.
- Use metallic spray on your background layers for a dramatic magical effect.
Floral Card Set Design – Using 3D Embossing Folders With A Twist
The process uses the same techniques as you use for the Mushrooms For You Projects. but, for these projects, we use pink sand cardstock. And, we highlight the embossing with colored pencils.
Practical Tips for Using 3D Embossing Folders With A Twist
Now that you’re familiar with some of the standout products in the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection, here are some practical tips for using 3D embossing folders in your projects.
Choosing the Right Paper
The type of paper you use can significantly impact the final result. Heavier cardstock works best for 3D embossing, as it holds the intricate details better. Experiment with different paper types to see which one gives you the desired effect.
Spellbinders cardstock is perfect for embossing.
Preparing Your Folder
Before you start embossing, make sure to lightly mist your paper with water. This helps soften the fibers and allows for a more detailed emboss. Be careful not to over-saturate the paper, as this can cause it to tear.
Embossing Techniques
For the best results, run your 3D embossing folder through a die-cutting machine slowly. This ensures that the pressure is evenly distributed, resulting in a crisp, clean emboss. If your machine has adjustable settings, experiment to find the best one for your folder and paper combination.
My favorite die-cutting and embossing machine to use for 3D embossing is Spellbinders Platinum 6 with the universal plates. Their sandwich for this kind of embossing produces perfect results. And, if you have trouble remembering what’s in the sandwich like I do you can refer to the the base plate. It has their sandwiches printed right on the plate.
Re-emboss Technique For 3D Embossing Folders With A Twist
The embossing on your projects will flatten out when you die-cut. You can add the dimension back to them by placing them back in the embossing folder. You want to have the side that the design dips into the folder down on your worksurface. Carefully position your project into the folder inside the design. Softly run your finger over the project to “re-emboss” it.
Conclusion
3D embossing folders with a twist offer endless possibilities for creating stunning, dimensional designs. The Sealed 3D Botanical Collection brings nature-inspired beauty to your crafts, with standout products like “Mushrooms From Me To You” and “Floral For You.” By following our practical tips and project ideas, you can elevate your crafting game and create truly unique pieces.
Ready to start your 3D embossing journey? Explore the Sealed 3D Botanical Collection today and take your creativity to new heights. Happy crafting!
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Teri Duncan
Teri has over 30 years of experience as a cardmaker. Her work has appeared in Spellbinders Paper Arts’ blog as well as with some of their products and on Altenew’s blog. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, stained glass, and teaching. She and her husband live in Crystal River, Florida with their three dogs and a cat.
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