NEW VIDEO Embossed Double Vision Technique | Embossing Folder Magic Video #3 - Sandi MacIver

Hey cardmaking friends – welcome back!

I have a super fun (and easy) technique to share with you today called the Embossed Double Vision Technique. With just two simple steps, you can transform an ordinary embossed background into a panel full of dimension, depth, and visual interest. It truly feels a little bit magical!

For today’s cards, I’m using two embossing folders from the Simon Says Stamp Always There release: Peony and Bells and Gorgeous Hydrangea. I chose these folders intentionally to show you the difference between a design that works beautifully with this technique and one that doesn’t work quite as well — because sometimes we learn just as much from what doesn’t work, haha!

The Embossed Double Vision Technique is similar to the eclipse technique, but instead of working with letters, we’re creating the effect with strips. By raising every second strip, you create depth, dimension, and movement across the entire design, making the embossed pattern really stand out.

Grab a coffee, sit back, and enjoy the video!

Products used for the Embossed Double Vision Technique Cards:

How to create the Embossed Double Vision Technique Card:

Begin by embossing a panel of white cardstock trimmed to 4″ x 5-1/4″.

Using a paper trimmer, cut the embossed panel into 1/2″ strips. Apply foam strips to every second strip, leaving the alternating strips flat.

Attach the strips to the front of a white, top-folding A2 sized card base. Use foam strips on the raised strips and liquid glue on the flat strips to create the dimensional “Double Vision” effect.

Next, die cut the three floral pieces from white cardstock and emboss them using the coordinating embossing folder. Adhere the embossed floral elements to the card front, arranging them to add even more depth and dimension.

Finish the card by adding a sentiment in the lower left corner and embellishing with Clear Dazzling Gems for a touch of sparkle.

Choosing the right Embossing Folder:

The success of this technique depends largely on the embossing folder you choose. Look for designs that feature pattern and texture across most of the surface area, as these create the most dramatic effect when separated into strips.

Embossing folders with coordinating dies, such as the Peony and Bells Embossing Folder, work especially well because the additional die-cut elements can be embossed and layered on top of the background for even more dimension. While this technique can be used with almost any embossing folder, detailed all-over patterns tend to produce the most striking results.

In the card above, I used the Gorgeous Hydrangea Embossing Folder which also includes a coordinating die and stencil for ink blending. The embossing folder itself is a great choice for the Embossed Double Vision Technique because the floral design covers most of the panel. However, the coordinating die cuts the entire floral image, and adding it as an overlay would cover much of the dimensional strip effect that makes this technique so unique. That’s why I chose not to use it on this card. The result is still a beautiful design that showcases the Double Vision Technique very well- it’s simply a bit more subtle than the Peony and Bells card, where the smaller embossed overlays add dimension without hiding the background.

Embossed Double Vision Technique Video:

Here’s today’s Embossed Double Vision Technique Video. I hope you enjoy it! If you do, I’d greatly appreciate a thumbs up and would love for you to share it with your crafty friends. Leaving a kind comment also helps support my YouTube channel and allows me to continue creating free tutorials like this one.

I hope today’s Embossed Double Vision Technique video inspires you to give this simple embossing trick a try with your favorite embossing folder. It’s such an easy way to add depth, dimension, and visual interest to your handmade cards.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I truly appreciate your support, and as always, happy cardmaking!

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