Simple Embossed Daisy Card with Shading Technique

A project from our live show THE ART OF CARDISTRY - Join me for my Creative Card Session with all my wonderful USA following - Broadcast 9th Oct 23 · 09/10/2023 · watch it from 39:00

Create a clean and simple card featuring an embossed daisy design. Use a subtle blue or grey ink to add dimension and make the white petals appear more realistic without heavy colouring.

You will need

811158 - HSN - Embossing Folder & Die Bundle - Daisy Meadow, Fluttering Butterflies, Geo FloralsSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Place a piece of white card into the slim-line embossing folder. ▶ watch 39:00
2. Run the card through your die-cutting machine to create the embossed daisy design. ▶ watch 39:15
3. Remove the card and admire the dimensional embossing. ▶ watch 39:30
4. Dilute a blue, purple or grey ink pad with water to create a very pale wash. ▶ watch 42:00
5. Using a small blending brush, apply the pale coloured wash into the centre of the daisy. ▶ watch 42:15
6. Gently pull the colour outwards towards the petal edges, allowing it to settle into the embossed creases. ▶ watch 42:30
7. Allow the card to dry completely. ▶ watch 43:00

Tips from the show

• Using a cool colour like blue or grey makes white areas appear brighter and more realistic.
• Keep the colour application very light and watery for a subtle effect.
• This technique works beautifully for thank you cards and other simple designs.

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