Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Embossed Elegance: A Card Inspired by Jo Simons

Over the weekend, I watched a YouTube video by Jo Simons that used a technique I had not done in quite some time—using dies to emboss a card. It immediately inspired me to pull out my supplies and give it another try.

For this card, I used the Spellbinders 5 x 7 Elegant Labels 4 die and ran it through to create an embossed frame. Before removing the label die, I did some ink blending with a soft blue ink, both inside and outside the shape to add extra depth and softness. For the sentiment, I chose one from the Peony Glow stamp set by Pinkfresh Studio. I also used the coordinating washi tape and matching dies from the same collection to cut the floral elements. To finish the design, I arranged two of the floral die cuts around the embossed frame and added a few black dots to tie in with the stamped sentiment.

It was so enjoyable to revisit these older techniques.  



3 comments:

kiwimeskreations said...

This is so elegant and beautifully made Dawn - a stunning result
Blessings
Maxine

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

So pretty with the embossed label, Dawn! I forget about that technique too - love the results you achieved!!

Greta said...

Turned out great! Lovely card!