Hello Cuttlebug Fans! Cassie here and I am so excited to get to show you a new trick with your Cuttlebug embossing folders today. You can use your folder as a background stamp and create your own patterned paper! I've never seen this application used anywhere else and I hope you'll be as excited by it as I am! I'm using the New Victorian embossing folder being released at CHA!Supply List:
Cuttlebug
A plate and both B plates as well as some cardstock pieces for shims
Victorian Embossing Folder
Colorbox Chalk Ink in Olive Pastel
Cardstock (I used Old Olive by Stampin' Up!)
1. To begin, ink up the raised side of your embossing folder.
2. To get an impression that was complete, I used the Cuttlebug to apply the pressure.
Create the following sandwich:
A plate
B plate
Cardstock
{open} Embossing Folder, ink down
B plate
Cardstock shims*
*On my trial run I used 4 pieces of cardstock and the sandwich ran through fine. For my project run, I used the 4 pieces again and it was a tight fit through my 'bug. I could've gotten away with only 3 pieces. DO NOT force your sandwich through your 'bug or it could break.
After running the cardstock through the Cuttlebug, this is the result.
Don't forget to clean the ink off your folder as soon as you are done with it!
3. Trim cardstock to desired size and complete project.
I first tried this technique several weeks ago on the card below. I used the Damask folder and inked it with Old Olive Classic ink from Stampin' Up. I did not use the machine to apply the pressure, just my hands, being sure to rub over the entire area. I love the way this has a worn feel to it as the impression is not complete - just a hint of texture!
I hope you've enjoyed my tutorial today! I would love to see your take on this new technique.
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WOW, what a cool idea. I have never thought of trying this and I can't wait to try it this morning. The tutorial was great. Thanks so much for the inspiration.
Wow Cassie, it never occured to me to use the inking technique with the folder open!! And I just love how you showed us what would happen if you did it manually---I do like that worn look you get that way. Great job on the tutorial!.............deanna
Oh Cassie this is WONDERFUL! Yet another way that we can use our beloved folders! TFS!! Your card is just beautiful!
A girlfriend showed me this technique and i LOVE it - I have such cool embossing folders and being able to diversify how I use them is FABULOUS!!!!
This is a great technique! Thanks for sharing the tutorial with us.
Wow, what a wonderful idea! I have tried it using the normal embossing method but never thought of this. Thank you for sharing it and I will be trying it very soon.
i love my cuttlebug and this tut was fabulous. always great to find new ways to use those folders. and your cards are gorgeous!
hugs,
Great tutorial. I also never thought of doing this with the folder open. Great cards as well.
What a neat idea - I've seen a similar technique where you actually emboss with the inked folder but never thought to simply background stamp. I will definitely be giving this a try. Thanks for the awesome tutorial!
what a fantastic idea!!! i woulda never thought to ink up my folders! so perfect for an makeshift "background stamp" :D
How awesome!!! Thank you for the great tutorial. I am going to give that a try.
Cassie, what a great idea ! I love my cuttlebug and folders, and this is another way to play with them, I am going to try right now...thanks for sharing
Hi Cassie, I actually fell over your blog by accident, but when I first caame here, I couldn´t stop reading, and your idea here is just sooooo fantastic. I got my Cuttlebug just a few weeks ago, and I´m sooo greatful, I found your site, with all these great tutorials here.
Biiiig hugs Maryann Denmark.
Cassie - what a COOL idea!! LOVE it and with the step by step instructions I can surely do this!! THank you!!!
What a great idea! Off to try another technique! Never seem to have enough time to do all of the wonderful things that I see on the web.....:(
Thanks for sharing
Excellent idea, thanks so much for sharing. This looks really elegant.
Pinky
Fabulous tute, Cassie! Gonna have to have this folder for sure! I miss you guys!
Hugs, Becky
Excellent Cassie - a really useful technique with lovely results.
Oh wow, this is a great way to use my folders! Thanks for sharing this great technique!
Sandra :-)
Great tutorial, simply explained. thanks for that.
What a wonderful technique...why have I never thought to do that....lucky you are around....thanks so much.
Love this folder and what a creative idea. The tutorial was great and so easy to follow. I just love all the tips and ideas that cuttlebug shares.
That was fantastic! Your card is just too cute!!
Fun idea! I just recently got my Cuttlebug and I'm learning new things all the time. I'll have to try this one.
Cassie here is a link to my card using a variation on this technique. Enjoy and any questions ask away.
http://agreenpaperstudio.blogspot.com/
OMG Cassie...what a fabulous idea!!! I would have never thought to do something like that!!!
WOW! Cassie! You are a genius. I've tried stamping with folders, but I would NEVER have thought to use the CB to get the perfect pressure. WOWza! That looks SO stunning! :O)
I tried this technique last week and was so scared of getting my nice clean embossing folders dirty but they are easy to wipe clean and it was well worth it.
Linda
Your card is beautiful and I love inking my cuttlebugs. I"m so glad you are bringing out new ones. Thanks so much
WOW WOW WOW - How very clever you are to think of this. Thanks for sharing your ideas. I have tried it tonight and it works a treat, can't belive I now have a heap of 'new' stamped backgrounds I can use out of my collection of embossing folders... I made 3 cards tonight using your technique, you are welcome to have a look at them, http://jacquijcreativetoday.blogspot.com/search/label/Cuttlebug
Too cool and easy!!!..I love that folder and can't wait to try your technique!!
What a fabulous idea...
Wonderful tutorial Cassie along with `beautiful` cards:) xxx
What an amazing idea, Cassie. I just love it & must give it a try very soon :)
Cassie - these are WAY cool. I love both versions! Both of your cards are gorgeous! Thanks for the inspiration!
I am still not over this project! WOW!
:)thanks!
Thanks for sharing this ncie technique with us!!
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What a great idea! Duh - just don't close the folder and you won't get the embossed lines. :)
Wow! This is totally awesome! Can't wait to try it! TFS!
This is such a great idea! Don't hink I would have thought of it! Thanks for sharing!
Wow what a great idea never thought of that and I like the outcome I'm sure gonna try that.
I am so going to try that - it is amazing!
Very pretty, thanks for sharing.
This is a great technique for someone (like me) who does not have an embroider and like a little bit of texture on my cards. Thanks for the idea and how to.
What a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing it!
Fantastic, great idea, thank you for sharing!
Fantastic idea! Thank you! I will be trying this tonight.
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