Double Embossing

Emboss only the outer edges of your cardstock, leaving the inner part smooth to stamp on.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   To cut a mat from the cardboard, create the Big Shot sandwich as follows.
   
   Cutting mat
   Multipurpose platform on tab 2
   Cardboard
   Nestabilities die template (cutting ridges facing down)
   Cutting mat
   
   Hint:
   Center the die template on the cardboard.

   

2. Step 2

   Run sandwich through the die cut machine and pop the center out.

   

3. Step 3

   Insert cardstock into the embossing folder. Place on closed Multi-purpose platform.

   

4. Step 4

   Place cardboard frame on top of embossing folder.
   
   Hint:
   Add removable adhesive on the frame to make sure it doesn't move.

   

5. Top sandwich with cutting mat.
   
   Trouble Shooting Hint:
   If it doesn't work, your cardboard might be too thin. Try creating two of the same masks and taping them together for one thicker mask.

   

6. Step 5

   Run sandwich through the Big Shot. Remove cardstock from the embossing folder.
   
   The center of the cardstock will stay smooth.

   

7. Step 6

   Now create the following sandwich:
   
   Multi-purpose platform open at Tab 1
   Cutting Plate
   Tan embossing mat
   Cardstock
   Die, cutting side down, lined up with the smooth center of the cardstock
   Cutting plate

   

8. Run stack through the machine, and a frame will be embossed around the smooth cardstock center.

   

9. Step 7

   Stamp the image in the smooth center portion of the cardstock.

   

10. Step 8

    Color and embellish the image if desired.

    

11. Step 9

    Finish your card.
    
    Check this tutorial to find out how to create a frame with Nestabilities™ dies.

    

Video!

Variations

Double Embossing with Cuttlebug™
To cut your frame out of cardboard use the following sandwich:
- A Plate
- B Plate
- Cardboard or Chipboard
- Nestabilities die (cutting lines face down)
- C Plate

To emboss your cardstock use this sandwich:
- A Plate
- Embossing Folder with cardstock inside
- Cardboard frame
- C Plate

To Emboss your cardstock with Nestabilities die use this sandwich:
- A Plate
- B Plate
- Tan Embossing Mat
- Cardstock
- Nestabilities die (cutting lines facing down)
- B Plate

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Double Embossing. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!