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Clean and Simple Embossed Geometric Card

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT - BRAND NEW COLLECTION - Join Toni for her latest launch show 1 - broadcast 29 Nov 22 · 29/11/2022 · watch it from 39:00

Clean and Simple Embossed Geometric Card - the finished project
The finished project

Create an elegant clean and simple card featuring geometric embossed detail. Using a DL-sized embossing folder, you'll add subtle textured lines down one side of white cardstock, mounted on a grey and white layered card base. This minimalist design is perfect for masculine cards or any occasion requiring a sophisticated, understated aesthetic.

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Step by step

  1. Step 1: Select a grey cardstock from your neutral or pastel collection to use as the base for your card.

    Select a grey cardstock from your neutral or pastel collection to use as the base for your card.

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  2. Step 2: Position the DL embossing folder on your card base so that the geometric pattern runs down the right-hand side

    Position the DL embossing folder on your card base so that the geometric pattern runs down the right-hand side of the card.

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  3. Step 3: Run the white cardstock through your die-cutting machine with the embossing folder to create the raised geomet

    Run the white cardstock through your die-cutting machine with the embossing folder to create the raised geometric pattern on the card front.

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  4. Step 4: Fold your white card in half at the top to create a landscape card base.

    Fold your white card in half at the top to create a landscape card base.

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  5. Step 5: Stamp a sentiment from the Hope collection using black ink on the left-hand side of the card front.

    Stamp a sentiment from the Hope collection using black ink on the left-hand side of the card front.

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  6. Step 6: Add a small strip of grey cardstock to the card to break up the white space if desired. Position it where you

    Add a small strip of grey cardstock to the card to break up the white space if desired. Position it where you feel it works best with your design.

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  7. Step 7: Leave the embossed geometric design uncoloured to maintain a clean and simple aesthetic. The textured linen ca

    Leave the embossed geometric design uncoloured to maintain a clean and simple aesthetic. The textured linen cardstock provides subtle detail without additional embellishment.

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