The Wonderful Land of Embossing Folders (in Oz, of course!)

Hello, crafty friends! This is Jennifer Ingle joining you today to showcase just how much you can do with one amazing Spellbinders 3-D embossing folder. This simple tool can be used in a variety of unique ways, allowing you to really get the most out of your stash every time you craft!

Let’s start with the basics. Spellbinders 3-D Embossing Folders allow you to make a simple background that is full of interest with both physical and visual texture. The card below features a black embossed panel that adds the perfect drop-down to Dorothy and the sentiment banner.

The image is colored only halfway to play on the Wizard of Oz imagery, going from black and white to full color. That beautifully embossed poppy background adds just a touch of something that brings the whole design together.

Another great way to use 3-D embossing folders is the blackout technique. To get this look, apply a black pigment ink directly to the flat surfaces on the embossing folder prior to adding your cardstock. You may need to do this 2-3 times for nice, even coverage. This offers such a bold look and is bound to catch your recipient’s eye. The Field of Poppies embossing folder had coordinating dies, allowing us to easily use them in yet another way! Simply die-cut your poppies and use alcohol markers to add color. These can then be adhered to the card for a pop of color that is sure to be noted.

Finally, this card features two folders used on the same design. Our bricks make for the perfect yellow brick road. The Field of Poppies is used, yet again, on the top portion of the design. To add some depth and interest, gently run an ink pad over the raised portion of the design. This will pick up some of that ink in only the highest areas, making the design really stand out. Some sparkling glitter paper allows the die-cut portion to really shine, as well.

Spellbinders Supplies:

Other Supplies

Olo Markers, Delicata ink (gold)

Thank you so much for visiting today! I hope you are inspired to pull out your 3-D Embossing Folders and make the most of them! For a bonus card in this collection, check out my Instagram at JustJingle. Have a wonderful day!