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Remember to turn off the Blade Offset setting when scoring or embossing but turn it back on when you get
ready to cut.
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When embossing paper or cardstock, it is recommended that you use the Shadow Layer function to create
a very small outline and inline, say 0.01”. These tiny offset lines will then produce a slightly thicker overall
outline of your shapes. This works better than fill embossing which can stress the cardstock and cause
wrinkling. Here are the steps:
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Create the shape you wish to emboss. In this example, the numbers 25 are used for a 25
th
wedding
anniversary:
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Select the shape and go to the Shadow Layer function: and perform the following:
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After clicking on Accept , re-select just the original image, and go to the Shadow Layer function again and
perform the following:
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Now you have three versions of your shape and when using the embossing tool, you will have a thicker
outline of the shape:
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The following video shows the embossing tool being used to emboss a design onto metal. Even though this
video was made using the Zing, the same method will apply:
10.09 Engraving
Set Shadow Width
to 0.01”
Select Corner Join style.
Click on Accept .
Set Shadow Width to -
0.01”
Select Corner Join style.
Click on Accept .