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Create Beautiful Dimension with Ink Blending & Embossing: Simon Says Stamp Every Happiness Blog Hop Day 2

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Welcome friends, and welcome to Day 2 of the Simon Says Stamp Every Happiness Release Blog Hop! I’m so happy you’re here! This release is packed with beautiful inspiration, and I’m excited to be sharing today’s project with you.

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For this card, I wanted to focus on one of my favorite ways to elevate a design—adding dimension through texture and layers. Even when using a simple color palette, combining ink blending, embossing, and popped-up die cuts can completely transform a card and make every element stand out.

VIDEO

If you’d like to see the entire process from start to finish, be sure to watch the video below or over on my YouTube channel. I’ve linked the video below, and you’ll also find a complete visual supply list with links to everything I used in the video description.

The background starts with a soft blend of Butter and Tropic inks before adding the beautiful texture of the Woven Rings Embossing Folder. A light touch of white pigment ink over the raised areas helps highlight the embossed details and adds even more interest.

For the focal point, I used the Tissue Petal Stems dies, ink blending the flowers with shades of pink and the stems with soft greens. Instead of adhering everything flat, I popped up the florals with thin foam squares.

A layered frame created with the A2 Stitched Arches dies helps draw attention to the bouquet while adding another subtle layer of dimension.

I hope this card inspires you to combine ink blending, embossing, and layered die cuts on your next project. Those simple additions can make such a big impact and give your cards a polished, finished look.

Thanks so much for stopping by today, and enjoy the rest of the blog hop!

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