The Product Focus at SplitCoast Stampers this week is on the fabulous Embossalicious Embossing Folders from Crafter's Companion. I had fun trying a new technique using the Flora Bunda 6" Embossing Folder from Crafter's Companion (I love that its easy to use at its original size, or trim down for other card sizes).
I started by embossing vellum (which is pretty just like this) … love great detailed impression.
Next I applied my ink pad directly to the raised surface of the vellum.
On the left is Memories Archival Vermillion … on the right a much juicier Picked Raspberry Distress Ink pad (you can see the *wetter* pad got more ink on the unembossed surface) … there's no right or wrong … just a different effect.
Next I trimmed the vellum down to my standard card size (4 1/4" x 5 1/2"). I used Crafter's Companion Permanent Tape Runner on the back of the vellum and it didn't show through at all when attaching to a white card base (and held it tight).
Unfortunately, I realized that I should have been more patient and waited for the ink to dry first … and ended-up with inky fingers.
I grabbed a dry baby wipe that was on my work table (I'm sure a paper towel or other cloth would work too) and gently ribbed in small circles over the card front picking-up the rest of the wet ink … creating a softer look to my design.
Here's the finished card with a wrap of coordinating ribbon … perfect for so many occasions depending on the sentiment I decide to include on the inside.
For my Picked Raspberry inked card, I attached to a Kraft Card Base, which produced a completely different look than the white … you can see, even with rubbing off the excess ink, a juicier ink pad produces a slightly different background look.
Now go have fun with vellum, inks and embossing.
These car! I haven’t tried vellum with embossing folders. I’ve got to try it. Thanks for the inspiration.
I love the look of dry emb vellum and these are grand! Nice finished cards, as well.
I appreciate you showing the difference between the 2 types of ink pads. I never thought about the “juiciness” making a difference, but it’s so obvious now!