Stampin' Up! Ink Embossing

Today I played with ink and embossing folders.

Have you ever tried to use a Brayer, or maybe stamp with your ink pad directly on the embossing folder?

This card is the result of inking my folder directly, on the smooth side, sandwiching white cardstock on top, and running it thru the machine, to create color, and depth all at the same time.

It is a quick technique to try, that adds a bit of interest to your cards. I added an ephemera sentiment, and BAM...all done!

I showed several different ways to get fun results with different product, and techniques in today's video. Make sure you are subscribed to my YouTube, to get the video tutorials when they are released.

https://youtu.be/gWwtF-jHE2k

1. White Base- 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"

Score at 4-1/4"

2. Flirty Flamingo 5-1/4" x 4" Glue to card base.

3. Die cut large Postage Stamp Die cut with White C/S.

4. Using your Real Red stamp pad, apply ink directly to folder on flat side. Emboss a 3-1/2" x 4-3/4" piece of White C/S inside the folder, with ink.

5. Apply embossed piece to Postage stamp die-cut. Wrap ribbon around both pieces, and add dimentionals, and glue to card.

6. Add Ephemera piece to card front.

Add sequins if desired.

Valentine Treat Snack Holder (Little Debbie Heart Cupcakes)

Looking for a sweet and simple Valentine Treat idea?

This adorable flip box is the perfect size to hold Little Debbie heart cupcakes and makes a fun handmade gift for friends, family, or classrooms.

I'll walk you through how this flip box comes together and share tips for decorating it with your favorite Valentine papers and embellishments. It's quick to make, cute to gift, and perfect for spreading a little love!

https://youtu.be/gPaIpg3dVto

1. Real Red C/S 8" x 9-1/2"

Score on the 9-1/2" side at 1-1/2", 4-1/4", 5-3/4", 8-1/2".

Score on the 8" side at 1-1/2", and 6-1/2"

2. Cut up small score lines. Angle small corners

3. Add DSP

2 pieces of 4-3/4" x 2-1/2"

2 pieces of 4-3/4" x 1-1/4"

2 pieces of 1-1/4" x 2-1/2"

1 piece of 4-3/4" x 3/4" for flap

Stampin' Up! Square Snippets

Sometimes simple really is best, and this card is a perfect example of that. I created this design using Stampin' Up! Square Snippets coordinating paper, and I just love how the patterned squares do all the work for you.

The deep Secret Sea color paired with Pretty Peacock Sprigs gives this card a calm, elegant feel while still having plenty visual interest.

The layered squares add popped up sprigs add texture and dimention without overpowering the design, making it a great layout for showcasing beautiful designer paper.

To finish it off I added a simple "hello" sentiment.

This is a great card design when you want something quick, polished and easy to mass-produce while still looking handmade and special.

1. Secret Sea- 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"

Score at 4-1/4"

2. Pretty Peacock- 5-1/4" x 4"

3. White- 5" x 3-3/4"

4. Stamp sentiment on white in Secret Sea

5. Cut 3 pieces of coordinating DSP 2"X2".

Glue to white.

6. Die-cut 2 sprigs, and layer on card front. Use Dimentionals on some of the leaves for depth.

7. Add twine and sequins