Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Do you have a drawer full of paper scraps and aren’t sure what to do with them?
In this video, I’ll show you how to turn those leftover bits of patterned paper into beautiful embossed masterboards using embossing folders. It’s a simple and creative way to use what you already have and transform scraps into stunning card backgrounds.
Once your masterboard is finished, you can cut it up and turn it into cards, tags, journal covers, you name it! This is such a FUN technique that adds texture, colour, and interest to your projects — and it’s PERFECT for using up those scraps we all collect.
If you enjoy relaxing card-making techniques and creative ways to stretch your supplies, you’ll love this project!
00:00 What is a Masterboard?
01:28 Creating a Masterboard Using Paper Scraps
45:32 Embossing the Masterboard with Embossing Folders
49:18 Turning a Masterboard into a Handmade Card
56:19 Embossed Masterboard Card Samples
1:00:50 Quick Ways to Use Embossing Folders
If you enjoyed this tutorial, be sure to subscribe for more card-making inspiration and techniques. 💕
Here are some more videos you may enjoy:
🌟MAGICAL Embossing Folder Technique: youtu.be/JxK1aRCto0c
🌟Reverse Embossing Technique: youtu.be/XH3IuxDtPO4
🌟Inked Double Embossing Technique: youtu.be/EO-Ngfddkqs
🌟Easy Scrap Cards: youtu.be/CbsQi1QBZxM
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My goal is to help you feel confident, inspired, and relaxed in your crafting - so you can enjoy the process as much as the finished card or project.
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Do you have a drawer full of paper scraps and aren’t sure what to do with them?
In this video, I’ll show you how to turn those leftover bits of patterned paper into beautiful embossed masterboards using embossing folders. It’s a simple and creative way to use what you already have and transform scraps into stunning card backgrounds.
Once your masterboard is finished, you can cut it up and turn it into cards, tags, journal covers, you name it! This is such a FUN technique that adds texture, colour, and interest to your projects — and it’s PERFECT for using up those scraps we all collect.
If you enjoy relaxing card-making techniques and creative ways to stretch your supplies, you’ll love this project!
00:00 What is a Masterboard?
01:28 Creating a Masterboard Using Paper Scraps
45:32 Embossing the Masterboard with Embossing Folders
49:18 Turning a Masterboard into a Handmade Card
56:19 Embossed Masterboard Card Samples
1:00:50 Quick Ways to Use Embossing Folders
If you enjoyed this tutorial, be sure to subscribe for more card-making inspiration and techniques. 💕
Here are some more videos you may enjoy:
🌟MAGICAL Embossing Folder Technique: youtu.be/JxK1aRCto0c
🌟Reverse Embossing Technique: youtu.be/XH3IuxDtPO4
🌟Inked Double Embossing Technique: youtu.be/EO-Ngfddkqs
🌟Easy Scrap Cards: youtu.be/CbsQi1QBZxM
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Welcome to my Serene Stamper channel!
This is where you’ll find calm, creative card-making ideas, techniques, and inspiration—using what you already have in your craft room. My hope is that these videos encourage you to slow down, enjoy the creative process, and build confidence without pressure to buy the latest supplies.
---------------------------------------------
🌸 JOIN THE SERENE STAMPER STUDIO
Vault classes, sneak peeks, and exclusive techniques for card makers who love calm, creative crafting.
👉 Check it out here: youtube.com/@Serenestamper/join
💌 FREE SERENE SENTIMENT SHEET
Join my newsletter and receive a printable Serene Sentiment Sheet you can use right away.
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CARD MAKER’S RESOURCES
📔 Card Maker’s Idea & Inspiration Book
simplyserene-shop.fourthwall.com/products/the-serene-stamper-cardmaking-ideas-inspiration-book
SIMPLY SERENE KITCHEN
🍁 Favourite Family Recipes Vol. 1
simplyserene-shop.fourthwall.com/products/simply-serene-kitchen-favourite-family-recipes-vol-1
🍁 Slow Cooker Favourites
simplyserene-shop.fourthwall.com/products/slow-cooker-favourites-from-my-kitchen-to-yours
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
MY FAVOURITE FINDS & TOOLS
WASHI TAPE SHOP
One of my favourite places for beautiful, high-quality washi tape.
👉 Shop here: https://www.thewashitapeshop.com?aff=2093
➡️ Save 10% with code: SERENESTAMPER10
Amazon storefronts:
🇨🇦 Canada: amzn.to/43jDclq
🇺🇸 USA: amzn.to/481ngGZ
🎵 Music for my videos – Epidemic Sound
share.epidemicsound.com/dwoq6
Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my channel. 🤍
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🍁 VISIT MY SECOND CHANNEL
Simply Serene with Tina – cooking, cosy living, and simple comfort recipes from life here in Nova Scotia.
youtube.com/@simplyserenewithtina
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
🌿 STAY CONNECTED
YouTube: youtube.com/@Serenestamper
Blog: serenestamper.com
━━━━━━━━━━━━━━
ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Tina Zinck. Since 2002, I shared my work as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and chose to step away in October 2025. Today, my focus is on independent, pressure-free creative inspiration.
My goal is to help you feel confident, inspired, and relaxed in your crafting - so you can enjoy the process as much as the finished card or project.
Mailing address:
Tina Zinck
PO Box 13
Heatherton, Nova Scotia
B0H 1R0
Canada
