Tip # 3 USING DIES FOR EMBOSSING

USING DIES TIP # 3
Using dies for embossing

If you are wanting a particular pattern for an embossed background like on my Geared Up Garage card. I really wanted a embossed gears background and so decided to use my dies. To do this so that the shape is embossed into the card but not cutting the card, you need a rubber mat. The one I had (Stampin Up! used to sell them) is 2mm thick. I used the standard embossing plate plus tab one, then an acrylic plate, then the rubber mat with my card on top and finally the dies and the second acrylic plate. If the impression is not as deep as you want, then just add a paper or card shim.
It is all trial and error to find what works well with your machine but when you do find the right combination, you have a whole new area of crafting possibilities opening up.