Embosser Plate Orientation
As each insert clip will only create the impression in one direction, you will need to specify an orientation for your embosser
Whichever direction that is chosen is the side of the page upon which the motif will appear to be right side up
Bottom Orientation
If you are embossing an envelope flap, you would choose “bottom” as the plate will be set up so that the design appears right side up on the bottom of the paper. If you took this same insert clip and embossed the top of a card, the design would be upside down.
Left or Right Orientation
There is also the option for “left” or “right” orientation. Left orientation would have the motif right side up on the left side of a page and right would appear right side up on the right. Both of these are less common.
Top Orientation
If you are embossing a motif on the top of a card, then you would select “top” as the orientation. When embossing, the card will be inserted upside down if you have the embosser handle facing you.
Things to Note
If you plan to emboss both the top of your card and the envelope flap, you will need two different insert clips, one with the top orientation and the other with the bottom.
You would not need to purchase two full embossers, rather once you have the embosser, you the insert clips are interchangeable and you can switch between as many designs as you want!
If your project is on a smaller card, such as a place card or small tag, you may be able to use the bottom orientation to on the small paper to achieve the same effect.
Have Questions?
More of our common questions are answered here. If you are still unsure of which orientation would be best for your project, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.