Embossed Floral Background Card with Painted Mount

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - Join Toni for her brand new launch show 2 - broadcast 16th Oct 23 · 16/10/2023 · watch it from 46:30

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Create an elegant greeting card featuring a beautifully embossed floral background enhanced with delicate inking and white highlights. The design is finished with a decorative painted mount layered on top, giving your card a sophisticated, gallery-style presentation. This project combines HD 3D embossing techniques with artistic colouring to produce a stunning dimensional effect.

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Step by step

1. 

   Select an HD 3D embossing folder featuring a floral or woodland design from the range displayed.

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2. 

   Ink both sides of the HD 3D embossing folder lightly with black ink using a brush, ensuring the raised floral design is covered.

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3. 

   Run a piece of white or cream cardstock through your die-cutting machine with the inked embossing folder to create the embossed floral background.

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4. 

   Inspect both the front and back of the embossed card to see the raised and recessed patterns. Choose which side you prefer to use for your project - the front shows raised embossing whilst the back shows recessed detail.

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5. 

   Lightly brush white ink over the embossed design using a soft brush or sponge to highlight the raised details and bring the image forward.

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6. Spray the embossed card lightly with water to intensify the black ink and create depth in the floral design. ▶ watch 50:00
7. 

   Position your chosen painted floral mount on top of the embossed background card. Secure it in place using glue or foam pads for added dimension.

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8. Add a die-cut sentiment or word in a contrasting colour to complete your card. Position it centrally on the front panel to finish the design. ▶ watch 52:00

Tips from the show

• Always ink both sides of the embossing folder so you have options – one side may look better than the other.
• Don't over-work the card – know when to stop adding details to avoid ruining the design.
• The white ink highlighting technique brings the embossed details to life and creates a painted effect.

More from this show

• Quick Christmas Card with Snow Drift Window and Painted Mount
• Four-Window Card with Shaded Apertures
• Floating Word Card with Patterned Paper Layers
• Embossed Woodland Scene with White Highlight

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