Debossed Sunflowers

I purchased the Sunflower 3D embossing folder a few months ago when I could. This particular folder has been extremely popular since it was introduced by Stampin’ Up!® and it is frequently sold out. I’m very happy to share that it is currently in stock, so if you want one for yourself you can get it! One huge factor in why it’s so popular is that lots of people have shared some great techniques and projects featuring it. The depth and detail of the embossing is amazing and really is the star of any project.

For this project I used an extremely easy technique that I watched online. No special tools are required beyond the embossing folder, a die cutting machine, and some ink pads. Here is how I created this look:

• Warning – your fingers might get quite inky!
• Emboss a 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ piece of Lemon Lolly cardstock
• Flip the embossed cardstock so the debossed side is face-up
  • The background of the image is the raised part
• Very lightly drag the edge of the Timid Tiger ink pad over the debossed cardstock
  • Rotate the cardstock as needed to apply the ink
• Let the ink dry for a few minutes
• Then, again very lightly, drag the edge of the Pecan Pie ink pad over the debossed cardstock
  • Rotate the cardstock as needed to apply the ink
  • You should still see some of the Timid Tiger color but most will be covered with Pecan Pie
• Let the cardstock dry before handling further
• Trim the cardstock to the size needed for your project
  • This will remove some of the edges that might have collected extra ink and are splodgy

I made a batch of these cards for the late August/early September birthdays at our church. I can’t wait to hear the reaction from the gal who organizes the card ministry! She always loves my creations but I think this one will especially please her.

I hope that you have an opportunity to try this technique. It is a really easy way to experiment with color combinations and create something that is truly your own and a work of art. Happy crafting!

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