My Favorite Crafty Things – Stencils & Embossing Folders

12.04.17

Hi! I am back with another My Favorite Crafty Things post. Today I am focusing on stencils and embossing folders.

Over these few weeks, I will be sharing my favorite crafty products of the year. If you haven’t checked out THIS video, please do so – it explains how the series works.

First up, let’s share some crafty deals…

  • Simon Says Stamp is offering my readers $10 off purchases of $75 or more during 12/11/17 to 12/18/17 ! Use the code “JENFAVES” when shopping HERE.
    (Note the dates. Valid on in-stock merchandise only. Not valid on previous purchases and cannot be combined with other offers.)
  • Ellen Hutson is offering 10% off your order! Use the code “JensFaves17” through 12/13/17 when shopping HERE.
    (This is extended! Valid on in-stock merchandise only. Excludes BCRF Fundraiser set and Mama Elephant releases within the last 90 days. Not valid on previous purchases and cannot be combined with other offers.)
  • Gina K. Designs is offering a FREE stamp set to my viewers!! Shop HERE.
    (Good for orders over $50 – just add “JENNIFER” into the instruction box at checkout.)

Let’s talk stencils and embossing folders…


[All products are linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails. Affiliate links may be used. To watch the video in HD on YouTube, click HERE.]

If you are interested in any products, click on one of the store icons under the product images. Also, if you are interested in seeing the videos of the projects I have done using particular products, click the heart icon under the product.

STENCILS

Here are a few stencils that I have enjoyed recently…

Simon Says Stamp Stained Glass 1 Stencil
[ SSS | JNN ]
Altenew Layered Medallion A Stencil
[ SSS | ELH | ALTN ]
Altenew Layered Medallion B Stencil
[ SSS | ELH | ALTN | JNN ]
Hero Arts Spiral Stencil
[ SSS | ELH | HA ]
My Favorite Things Radiating Rays…
[ SSS | ELH | MFT | JNN ]
Create a Smile Focal Point Stencil
[ SSS | CRT ]
My Favorite Things Cloud Stencil
[ SSS | ELH | MFT | JNN ]
My Favorite Things Drifts and Hills…
[ SSS | ELH | MFT ]
Honey Bee Outdoor Scene Builder Stencils
[ SSS | HNB ]
Echo Park Diagonal Buffalo Plaid Stencil
[ SSS ]
Echo Park Beach Towel Stencil
[ SSS ]
[ SSS | HA | JNN ]
Gina K Foliage
[ GNK ]
Altenew Layered Dahlia A Stencil
[ SSS | ALTN | ELH ]
Altenew Layered Dahlia B Stencil
[ ELH | SSS | ALTN | JNN ]
Tim Holtz Floral Stencil
[ SSS ]
Neat and Tangled Balloon Duo Stencils
[ SSS | ELH | N&T | JNN ]

EMBOSSING FOLDERS

I will always like the look of embossed backgrounds. Here are some great embossing folders:

Echo Park Buffalo Plaid Embossing Folder
[ SSS ]
Spellbinders Wedding Ring Stitch…
[ SSS | SPL ]
Couture Creations Bohemian Damask…
[ SSS ]
Couture Creations Bohemian Bazaar…
[ SSS ]
Brutus Monroe Vintage Tapestry…
[ BMR ]
Echo Park Sunny Dot Embossing Folder
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Roses Embossing Folder
[ SSS | ELH ]

RELATED VIDEOS

Looking to learn more? Try these:

GIFT GUIDE

I am hoping this list of Favorite Crafty Things works as a helpful gift guide. Feel free to share this link or print the page. Don’t forget the discount codes, too!

I will be back soon with more of My Favorite Crafty Things 2017. You can keep up to date on all the topics HERE… and for my lists from 2016, click HERE.

GIVEAWAYS

Today I have two giveaways! You could win one of these prizes:

  • 5 stencils
  • $20 to Altenew (they have a great selection of stencils!)

For your chance to win a giveaway, leave a comment below by 11:59pmEST on 12/15/17 telling me if you ever use stencils or embossing folders. (To leave a comment, scroll down to the bottom of this post on my blog and click the green “leave a comment” button. The winner’s name will be randomly selected, emailed and posted on my “Winners page” after the giveaway closes. International folks are eligible, too!)

See you again soon!

[Please note that I purchased many of the products in this post personally, but not all. Regardless, the decision to include them in this list was my own. I truly like these products and companies. For more info, visit HERE. If you have questions, please email me.]


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439 thoughts on “My Favorite Crafty Things – Stencils & Embossing Folders”

  1. Charlotte W. says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:34 pm

    I use embossing folders the most but love some of these stencils!

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  2. joy meadows says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    I have many embossing folders and use them quite often. They give a simple card a bit of punch, I think. Thanks for the video, Jennifer! Love to see new things.

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  3. Debbie Bassett says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:36 pm

    Love your crafty favs videos, I love to use stencils and folders, thanks for showing all these samples, some I haven’t seen before! Keep up the great work you do!

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  4. Fonda Rush says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    Although we have a large collection of embossing folders and stencils, we don’t use them much. My wife uses stencils more than I do. She uses them with the sprays, and the results are great. I have used the embossing folders, but it’s been awhile. We haven’t crafted for a little while, but we will soon. She’s a teacher, and we play during her breaks. I love your videos. You show us simple ideas that anyone could follow along to make our own art. Thank you.

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  5. Lynette says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    I haven’t done much with stencils yet, but I do use embossing folders when I remember to get them out! 🙂

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  6. Karen Page says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    I have a huge collection of embossing folders but I love that companies still find designs or styles that are new or innovative, and I still have new ones to buy! I have a modest collection of maybe a dozen stencils, but I like to make my own with dies or my Silhouette too. I really liked the buffalo plaid stencil you showed though, so that went on my wish list!!! I liked the cross stitch one too… I want to heat emboss it in white on red card stock . I have the MFT cloud stencil but I need the hill one. I see my stencil collection doubling in the very near future!

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  7. Carol Henderson says:
    December 5, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    II have used both, however, I have used embossing folders much more frequently than stencils. I am ashamed to say I own over 175 embossing folders. I really do use them a lot in my card making, I think they add so much texture and interest.

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  8. Nandini Karmarkar says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:01 pm

    I love the beautiful new stencils that have hit the market recently, especially the super intricate Simon Says Stamp and Altenew ones. I have been using stencils for years. Started in college when I hand cut them from thick paper or transparencies! I also like embossing folders. My favorite are the WRMK Next Level Embossing Folders.

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  9. Liisa says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    I use embossing folders a lot. I’ve filled three of the Darice storage binders and probably have enough to fill another one. I also have some square 3D ones that I love, but they don’t fit in the binders either. I’ve used stencils for dyeing knit sock blanks, which is how I have expanded to paper crafting, but don’t use stencils as much as I should for card making. I loved your video on foiling using stencils and the foil transfer paste. I tried it and blew me away!! Thanks so much for the inspiration.

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  10. Marie-Louise says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    I have tried stencils, but not embossing folders, since I do not own a die cut/embossing machine. I love that you used a stencil from Germany, since that is where I’m from. I will definitely have to check that one out.

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  11. Aimee LaCroix-Slocum says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    Embossing folders are my favorite to use, they are a great way to add subtle texture. Stencils…I have a couple and have used them only a few times. This is something on my to-do list, to get a few more and really play with them and try all the different things you can do with them.

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  12. Katie says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:11 pm

    I’ve used both stencils and embossing folders with my projects. I need to use them more. Great ideas with your samples they are inspiring.

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  13. Alicia Nichols says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    I have never used a stencil on my cards, looks like its time to give it a try! I have quite a few embossing folders but forget to use them.

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  14. Jolande says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    I got my first 6×6 stencils recently and I have been using them. I really like that you can easily make an ombre effect with stencils. It’s a lot harder to do with stamps.
    I don’t really use embossing folders much. I occasionally pull them out when I see a technique I really like (inking with distress inks, spritzing with water and then running through with watercolor paper was one I saw recently), but I have Sizzix embossing folders and they always seem to leave a strip unembossed. I can never get the placement quite right. Also, the embossing always seems to flatten easily, so maybe I’m not using the right cardstock or something.

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  15. Nancy Saya says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    I love using embossing folders – and had recently bought the roses one you showed in your video. It is beautiful and then I chalked the roses and leaves. I have to say, I love the look of it plain and colored. I have used stencils – not as good with them but I think I’ll get better with time. Love your videos and your sweet disposition!

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  16. Heidi says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:17 pm

    Hi Jennifer! I have quite an inventory of embossing folders and almost always use one…..however, I have recently fallen in love with stencils and love the versatility they allow you….color, shape, depth, etc. Loved your video! My Christmas list just continues to grow!

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  17. Sandra Tessier says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    I like stencils but embossing just add to it. Thanks for the video and showing different ways to use each.

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  18. NinaS says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    I love using stencils and embossing folders. Mostly for backgrounds when I’m creating scenes.

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  19. Debbi S says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    I love stencils and use them quite a bit and I am in love with
    the Altenew layered dahlia!

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  20. Bev Chapman says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    I love using embossing folders. Also stencils but have more than I’ve used for both. I agree they are overlooked. Great videos. Thanks.

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  21. Lori Staggs says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    I LOVE using stencils and embossing folders!! They add so much to a card…especially when my creative juices are not freely flowing. 🙂

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  22. Ginger says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:49 pm

    I have more embossing folders than stencils. Distress Oxide inks are truly wonderful for blending. Look forward to seeing your up coming videos using embossing folders .

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  23. Marjorie Hamilton says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    I love stencils for many uses: texture, subtle design and bold statement designs. As you’ve said they are inexpensive and are extremely versitale!

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  24. Kirsty Vittetoe says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    I do have quite a few of stencils and embossing folder, really have to put them into use, thanks for the inspiration!

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  25. Beverly Parkison says:
    December 5, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    There is always something new to learn and I am learning to use stencils. Thanks.

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  26. Tracy says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    I love these videos!! always learn something new from you Jennifer 🙂

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  27. Pai says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    i have quite the collection of both and there was a period of time when i couldn’t make anything without using an embossing folder. my stencils don’t get very much use but that has to change !

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  28. Denise Coovert says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    I use stencils often – to ink backgrounds or with empossing paste. I do not use embossing folders as much… I have many I just forget about them sometimes

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  29. Cindy Richter says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:38 pm

    I am just starting to use stencils so have a hard time choosing them. That is why I like your videos so much. You give so many ideas and show to use them so many ways. I really appreciate you sharing your experience with us.

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  30. Susan G. says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    I have tons of embossing folders. They were one of the first products/ tool I used when I started making cards. There are so many different techniques you can do with the, and as you said, they are not very expensive for the most part.
    I have stencils but have not used them a lot. I recently bought some transfer gel for using with deco foil that I am playing with. I saw a video from Gina K. that was so pretty using this gel.

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  31. Lisa A creations says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    I love “My Favorite Crafty Things” videos. I always learn something new.

    I only have 2 stencils in my stash, but I love them. I also have a few embossing folders, but somehow I always seem to forget to use them! I promise I will take them out and use them soon.

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  32. barbara says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:52 pm

    I use embossing folders but have pulled them out recently. I like what you can do with stencils – the dahlia one from Altenew is gorgeous

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  33. Carol Ross says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:57 pm

    I love the looks you can create when using stencils and embossing folders. I tend to use stencils more often than embossing folders.

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  34. Martina Schiefelbein says:
    December 5, 2017 at 2:57 pm

    I use both, too. Stencils with modeling paste, glitter paste or gel medium often. Sometimes with inks.

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  35. Michelle Yuen says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    I love stencils, but I don’t have any embossing folders yet. The results you showed are gorgeous – now I want to get some!

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  36. Sheri Yamauchi says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    Thanks for bringing these stencils and embossing folders to my attention! I have some stencils and lots of embossing folders, but I admit to not using either a lot. I’ll check out your videos for ideas and start using them… Especially once I order some of your “Favorite crafty things”!

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  37. Isabelle says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:31 pm

    Watching your videos regularly, I learned to use stencils and I love it. As you say, they are inexpensive and being careful with them, I can use them again and again. I specially love the technique of watering the stencil and place it over Oxide Distress inked cardstock.

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  38. Carol McGregor says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:33 pm

    Yes I use stencils and embossing folders. I have also created my own stencils using my cricut expressions 2 machine. You have given my several ideas in that area. Thanks for keeping us informed with all these crafty things and for your tutorials. Love it.

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  39. Judy Walters says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    I love and use embossing folders all the time. I know of stencils but have never used them. watching your videos tells me that they are not hard to use. Really need to shop just for stencils.

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  40. Mary W says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I love your favorites videos – sure helps me make some decision as you always include tips on using them.

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  41. Elizabeth Garcia says:
    December 5, 2017 at 3:55 pm

    I have used stencils and embossing folders not nearly enough. I really need to take them out and play with them more.

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  42. Jen R says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:10 pm

    I use embossing folders but I have been scared to try stencils. However, after watching the video, I want to try some of your amazing techniques! Thank you!

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  43. Emma says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:13 pm

    I’m just getting started with stencils but I’d love to experiment

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  44. Mary Smith says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    Great video, as usual. I didnt think I needed any stencils, but how wrong I was!!! I put quite a few on my wish list!

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  45. sandra h says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    I love using stencils and embossing folders … and have put some of the ones in your video now on my Christmas wish list!

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  46. Cathy Loveless says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    I love using embossing folders and have just recently started using stencils and love the way they look!

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  47. Christy M says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    I use stencils and embossing folders both! My favorite stencils are the cloud stencils and hillside stencil from MFT. I have a large collection of embossing folders I like to use to add texture to cards.

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  48. Kathy says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:23 pm

    I use embossing folders on almost every card I make! Just this year, I started using distressed inks and have used a few stencils – looking forward to using them more!

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  49. Kelly B says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:23 pm

    I use embossing folders and just bought some stencils to try.

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  50. arlene p. says:
    December 5, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    I love embossing folders! They can give a plain card so much detail. I love stencils also. They are fun to use on cards.

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