Hi there!  Today I am sharing one of my favorite techniques called subtle texture.

Check it out on this card…the floral paper was embossed with “subtle texture”.

Let’s get started!

Supplies:
Your Next Stamp stamps – your choice; today’s card features:
              bee from Smiley Happy Critter Crew Set Three
              “thanks” from Smiley Happy Critter Crew Set Two
              flower from Ann Ellis Sky Bird
              dots from Ann Ellis Sunflower
Card Stock
Inks
Embossing Folder
Dimensionals

1 – Create patterned paper.   Start off with a full sheet of white and randomly stamp images several times, then cut it down to the desired size.

2 – Run trimmed down patterned paper thru embossing machine in desired embossing folder.

3 – Now this is where the “subtle” comes in.  Place the patterned paper on top of the embossing folder and run it thru the embossing machine again.

Running it thru the second time outside of the folder reduces the depth of the embossing but it is still visible.  Check out the difference:

Results after one pass in the embossing folder:

Results after being run thru outside the folder:

That’s it!  Now you are ready to assemble your card.  So easy and the perfect way to add a bit of texture!  I decided to make my own patterned paper for today’s tutorial, but this technique can be used on card stock or purchased patterned paper.

Thanks for stopping by!

Smiles,
Julie