#1 WHICH EMBOSSING FOLDER TYPE AM I USING? There are three types of folders that have been offered by Stampin’ Up!  It is helpful to know what type of folder you have so you know what type of sandwich you will need. 

• TYPE 1: 3D Embossing Folders (Current) Approximately 1/8″ Total Thickness

• TYPE 2: Standard Embossing Folders (Current) Approximately 1/16″ Total Thickness

• TYPE 3: Dynamic Embossing Folders (Retired, June 2019) Approximately 3/16″ Total Thickness (*Sizzix Branded THICK Folder) Note: Some are currently being offered on the Clearance Rack

#2 BUILDING THE PROPER SANDWICH:  Each type of embossing folder requires a different sandwich when passing through a die-cutting and embossing machine.   

• TYPE 1: 3D Embossing Folders

• Top – 3D Embossing Folder Plate 

• Middle – 3D Embossing Folder 1/8″ Thick

• Bottom – Standard Platform –OR–

• Top – Standard Cutting Plate

• Middle – Shim of Cardstock or Similar Approx 1/16″ Thick

• Middle – 3D Embossing Folder 1/8″ Thick

• Bottom – Standard Platform

• TYPE 2: Standard Embossing Folders

• Top – Standard Cutting Plate

• Middle – Standard Embossing Folder 1/16″ Thick

• Middle – Standard Cutting Plate

• Bottom – Standard Platform

• TYPE 3: Dynamic Embossing Folders 

• Top – Standard Cutting Plate

• Middle – Dynamic Embossing Folder 3/16″ Thick

• Bottom – Standard Platform

#3 THE 3D PLATE MAKES IT EASY!

The new 3D Embossing Folder Plate (Item 149658) makes up the difference in measurement between our old-style Dynamic Folders (Type 3 Above) and our new-style 3D Folders (Type 1 Above) in 21 mm gap machines (similar to the machine we used to offer).

The 3D Embossing Folder Plate replaces the Standard Cutting Pads in your 3D embossing folder sandwich for continued high-quality emboss results.

The 3D Embossing Folder Plate is sturdy like your platform base.  It doesn’t show wear and will rarely, if ever, need to be replaced. Definitely worth the investment! Click here to purchase the 3D Embossing Folder Plate!

#4 REPLACEMENT CUTTING PLATES ARE AVAILABLE!  I label my plates “embossing”  and dedicate them just for that purpose.  This keeps them flat longer and no “cut” line transfers like you typically get on plates used for dies.

The Cutting Plates have beveled edges so they’re easier to feed into the machine.  Made of high-quality polycarbonate. Click here to purchase the Cutting Plates.

#5 LIGHTLY SPRITZ YOUR CARDSTOCK WITH WATER!

Give your card stock a little spritz of H2O prior to zipping it through a die-cutting and embossing machine tucked inside an embossing folder.  This helps soften the card stock fibers and allows the embossing folder to do its job even better.  

The Stampin’ Spritzers come in a pack of 2! Keep on hand for water and use the other to add color to your projects! Click here to purchase the Spritzers.