Jolly Holly Hybrid Embossing Folder

 

Hi Crafty Friends.  Today I am using the Jolly Holly bundle. I really wanted to give the Hybrid Embossing folder a try. The embossing folder and coordinating dies can be used at the same time to cut out the main holly images.  The holly doesn't completely detach from the cardstock, so you can fluff up the leaves to get a really nice 3D effect.  You can also use the embossing folder without the die cut, or use it with the die cut but then detach the holly by just snipping the little piece that is attached to the cardstock and then use the holly on all sorts of projects.  

The sentiments included in this set are really nice too. I like that there is a scripty version and a printed version of the Merry, Happy and Christmas so you can mix your fonts or use different colors. 
 

I made my card almost like the one shown in the online store. I really like how the holly hugs the sentiment card. Every time I made a card, the holly landed slightly differently, so I just adjusted which holly leaves to bring in front and which to keep behind. 

 

 I made a quick video with some tips and tricks on how to use this bundle. You can see it here on my YouTube channel. 

 Here is the sample from the Online store. It looks so pretty in Cloud Cover, I wouldn't have thought to use that color. 

Here is another example where they used the embossing folder without the die cuts. A water painter and ink was used to color in the holly leaves. 

Supplies for my card can be found here:  

  Product List

Jolly Holly Bundle (English)

[166120]

$54.00

Jolly Holly Hybrid Embossing Folder

[166119]

$41.00

Jolly Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[166117]

$19.00

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146981]

$14.00

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad

[147088]

$9.00

Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146988]

$14.00

Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad

[147050]

$9.00

Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154958]

$11.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$9.00

Shaded Spruce & Soft Sea Foam 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Ribbon

[165234]

$8.50

Black & White & Gold Baker's Twine

[166005]

$8.50