Hello, friends! Yesterday I shared a video featuring Simon Says Stamp new embossing folders and I showed you one of the techniques to use with these folders to add ink to your embossed designs – a pigment ink technique where you ink up the embossing folder itself and use it to print the ink onto the paper. Do watch that video if you missed it, it is a fun one.
Today I have another embossing folder technique to share that gives us beautiful colorful results. Unlike the previous video, for this technique, we will need colored cardstock and white pigment ink.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
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CARD DETAILS
The embossing folder I used is Floral Field from Simon Says Stamp and it is a stunning all-over design. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when working with embossing folders:
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- Use smooth cardstock (do not use textured cardstock).
- Thicker cardstock works best as it can hold the design better and it shows more detail once embossed.
I like Simon Says Stamp and Hero Arts colored cardstock for dry embossing, it is nice and thick and works splendidly for this technique.
- Mist the paper with water before embossing. This will allow the paper fibers to stretch and will give you deeper embossed results with more detail.
I like to mist my paper on both sides and I can even use my fingers to spread the water droplets across the panel to equally saturate it with moisture. You don’t need to add too much water, just a bit to let those fibers move.
I used various colors of colored cardstock to emboss this design. I was in the mood to play and wanted to create pretty backgrounds for my cards.
WHITE PIGMENT INK TECHNIQUE
When you emboss your designs on colored cardstock, you can use white pigment ink to add details to the embossing.
I used white pigment ink from Simon Says Stamp, you can also use other white pigment ink pads, one from Hero Arts is just as good.
Hold your ink pad parallel to the paper and gently rub this ink pad over the surface of the paper to add white pigment ink onto the raised embossed areas. Do not press hard, simply gently rub the paper. You can press harder if you like, but you might cover up the embossed details too much, so I suggest you go light handed first and if you feel you want more ink – add more ink later. You can always add more, but you can’t remove the ink once you’ve added it and you feel you’ve added too much.
I’ve found I prefer the light color cardstock best, I like the softness of the light color cardstock and white pigment ink, but it is a matter of personal preference, and you might like the dark backgrounds more.
ADD A SPIN TO THIS TECHNIQUE
You can also add a spin to this technique and instead of using white pigment ink, use colored pigment ink. For example, dark pink pigment ink on a light pink cardstock panel. This is just something extra for you to try.
I picked using white pigment ink as it is the most universal and I feel like everyone has a white pigment ink in their stash now, plus it can be used for so many different techniques. It is a true staple to have.
I kept on playing with my embossing folder and various types of cardstock. I also explored new 130lb cardstock from Simon and it worked perfectly for this technique, provided you sprayed it with water beforehand. I also tried something different – I experimented using colored ink pads to color the background. I used pigment ink and also later dye ink. I used the same application method as I did with the white ink pad, but this time I was applying color. I didn’t quite like the finished result, maybe I needed to try other colors of ink, but I still wanted to show you the process (watch the video) and this idea in case it inspired you to give it a try in your craft room.
FINISHED CARDS
I used several backgrounds to make quick and easy greeting cards – I trimmed some backgrounds to 4 x 5 1/4” and foam mounted to A2 white card bases. The blue background was adhered as it. I also heat embossed beautiful hexagon sentiments using Simon’s Antique Gold embossing powder and Hexagon Greetings stamp set. Finally, I embellished my cards with gold sequins and white jewels!
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SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Simon Says Stamp Embossing Folder Floral Field Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Clear Stamps Hexagon Greetings Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamps and Dies Hexagon Greetings Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Hexagon Greetings Wafer Die Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Mega Thick White Cardstock 130# Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Hero Hues Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine Shop at: SSS |
 Spellbinders Deep Sea Die Cutting Machine Shop at: SSS |
 Mini Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Water Mist Spray Bottle Mister Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp White Pigment Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Clear Embossing & Watermark Ink Shop at: SSS |
 EK Success Powder Tool Applicator Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Antique Gold Embossing Powder Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun Shop at: SSS |
 Tonic Studios 8.5 Inch Paper Trimmer Shop at: SSS |
 White Fun Foam 12 Pack 9 x 12 Shop at: SSS |
 Crystal Ninja Crystal Katana Pick Up Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Big Momma Foam Tape Roll Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Craft Tacky Glue Shop at: SSS |
Your cards are gorgeous! I love this floral embossing folder, I have nothing like it in my stash. Thanks for all the tips and techniques!
Great video, love that embossing folder!
Love this embossing folder. The white pigment ink really brings out the design. Thanks for the wonderful inspiration.
WOW! These colors and embossing are AMAZING! Thanks for the video too!
Stunningly beautiful cards. Love this technique. Can’t wait to give it a try.
Love what you did with this embossing folder. Beautiful!
I am going to try both techniques with some embossing folders that I have until my new one comes in. I love your ideas!
WOW! You made beautiful happen with that white ink and your style. Thank you for inspiring us and bringing these embossing folders to a whole new level of awesome! Thank you for the video 🙂
Beautiful cards as always! Love these techniques! Thank you for the inspiration!
Beautiful cards!
Love your backgrounds. Gorgeous!
WOWza!! I LOVE the look of this technique!!
Great video. I love the pastels colors
I love the white pigment ink on the soft colors. Beautiful!
Lovely cards! Love the soft colors!
I’m crazy about the hexagon stamp set and die! And I love the way you embossed in gold! It’s the perfect touch for these soft cards! Lovely lovely inspiration!
Your soft colored flowers are so very beautiful.
Gorgeous cards. I love using embossing folders. I’m glad to see SSS selling such beautiful ones.
Such a subtle, but elegant effect. Lovely!
I love your cards. I also love the fact that you and Jennifer McGuire did almost the same technique, but the outcomes were so different and I love them both. I want to try your technique with the white on some cards now. Thank you Yana
Beautiful cards and many great tips. Thank you for the great tips.
Your cards are beautiful. Like the white ink technique and looking forward to trying it out.
Such beautiful backgrounds and cards — I prefer the light coloured ones too as they are a more subtle look. Thanks also for your tips on using these 3D folders.
Great ideas for using those embossing folders. Easy way to create lots of backgrounds!
In love with the floral field embossing folder! I like your cards.
interesting cards. I will try it.
Love the inspiration and the technique!
Love those new embossing folders. Your cards are stunning.
wow – love how you created these cards – such a fabulous technique – thanks for sharing
Love the soft colors on the cards!
These are gorgeous. I just had to hop on over to SSS and buy this folder because of your cards!!!!
3D embossing folder has great texture. Your cards are beautifully done!
Love your cards. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for sharing your gorgeous embossed cards–lovely new release from SSS!
Beautiful embossed cards. Always enjoy your inspiring videos.
Love those soft colors. Interesting technique. Great release!
Such beautifully delicate cards. Beautiful.
I love those embossing folders and your colour selection Yana! Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful cards! I love the softness the white ink gives the embossing.
Love those embossing folders, so cool
The hexagon shape is really fun on your embossed background.
Beautiful soft colors, and a technique I don’t use often enough!
Your cards are beautiful as always! I love this technique!
Gorgeous Yana! I can’t wait to try this technique myself! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Yana!
Beautiful, elegant cards! I’ve got several 3D embossing folders. Can’t wait to try it! Yes, I’ve found that misting the paper very lightly gives more detail, and in the case of a couple of Tim Holtz 3D folders, keeps it from tearing. I’m absolutely crazy for daisies! I’m going to have to get this folder. Thanks for sharing!
Lovely elegant designs, the white ink seems to even tone down the card stock colour! Thanks for sharing the fun process video.
Love these pretty cards! Thanks for the technique video!
Love these beautiful cards and these embossing folders from Simon!
I purchased the hexagon stamp set + die awhile ago and I really like your use of it on the beautiful new floral embossing folder. Thank you very much for sharing your wonderful tips.
These new embossing folders are fantastic, love what you created!
All of your cards are so pretty and very elegant! I am inspired!
Fantastic cards. The flowers look like
they are made of velvet. thanks for
the idea of using the white pigment
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