Create Embossing Folders with your ScanNCut | LIVE REPLAY

Please note: no embossing kit is required for this technique but you do need a die-cutting machine and sandwich capable of embossing dies. This content was a live stream which remains unedited so you can see the process in real-time along with any questions that were asked. Ever wanted to create custom embossing patterns without the high cost of metal dies? In this live replay, Ian from Go Create Craft demonstrates a brilliant DIY hack: using your Brother ScanNCut and cardstock to create your own professional-quality embossing folders! We explore how simple it is to take any digital design—from intricate perfume bottles to custom text—and turn it into a reusable embossing tool using your die-cutting machine (like the Gemini Junior). Key Takeaways: Layering for Depth: Learn why two layers of 210gsm cardstock are the "sweet spot" for crisp, punchy results. Design Flexibility: See how to handle separate elements like text and intricate patterns. The "Reverse Sandwich" Tip: Discover a clever trick for perfect alignment every time. Beyond Paper: Tips on using these folders with vellum and even as stencils for ink blending. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to DIY Embossing 01:45 - Setting up the ScanNCut designs (Perfume Bottles) 03:33 - Why we cut the design twice: Creating the "build-up" 06:48 - Removing designs from the mat and cleaning tips 08:26 - Techniques for intricate vs. solid shapes 15:15 - Gluing and aligning the cardstock layers 17:10 - Setting up the embossing machine (Gemini Junior) "Sandwich" 18:57 - The Big Reveal: Embossed vs. Debossed results 19:33 - Using your DIY folder as a stencil 20:01 - How intricate can you go? Testing text and complex designs 22:14 - Pro Tip: The "Reverse Sandwich" for better alignment 24:02 - Experimenting with 3-4 layers for "crisp" edges 30:54 - Tips for embossing on Vellum 34:32 - Creating custom wedding invitations on a budget 35:35 - Close-up look at the "Hello" text embossing 37:11 - Recycling and long-term use of your cardstock dies 38:33 - What is Letterpress? 39:07 - Upcoming schedule and community giveaways