This week’s tag tutorial explores a fun way to add texture and visual interest by using white core cardstock combined with an embossing technique. When the cardstock is embossed and lightly sanded, the white core begins to show through, creating a beautiful contrast and highlighting the raised design. This simple process adds depth and a slightly distressed look that works wonderfully for tags, cards, and mixed-media projects.
For the next step, I used an embossing folder from my stash and ran the cardstock through my Gemini machine. To get the best effect with white core cardstock, it’s important to apply a little extra pressure when embossing. This helps the surface of the cardstock slightly crack along the raised areas, allowing the white core to show through and really highlight the texture of the embossed design.
To finish off the tag, I added a die-cut sentiment mounted on a slightly raised layer of cardstock to give the design a bit more dimension. As a final touch, I applied a small amount of glitter glue to some of the embossed areas. The subtle sparkle catches the light and adds just a hint of shimmer while still allowing the beautiful texture of the embossed background to shine through.
Here is a close-up image showing how the sparkle catches on the raised embossed areas. The glitter glue adds just the right amount of shine, highlighting the texture and making those details really stand out. It’s such a pretty finishing touch!
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