How to Use an Embossing Stylus to Score Paper

Paper scoring is used to partially cut through thick paper like cardstock, leaving a crease and making it easier to fold the paper. Scored paper is helpful when it comes to making paper crafts and cards. Most paper trimmers have a scoring blade attachment, but if your paper trimmer doesn’t have the scoring blade accessory then you can use another tool. The embossing stylus can be used to score paper as well as dry emboss.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Basic paper trimmer
• Embossing stylus
• Scrapbook paper (cardstock)

1. Remove the cutting blade from your paper trimmer.

2. Place the paper on the paper trimmer and line up the part you want to score with the natural line (groove) of the paper trimmer. This is where the blade would cut through your paper.

3. Drag the embossing stylus across the paper pressing firmly into the cutting groove.

4. Repeat the process on all the areas of the paper that need to be scored.

5. Proceed to create your project with perfectly scored lines.

Tips & Warnings

• Hold the paper firmly onto the paper trimmer to prevent it from slipping.
• Press firmly but not too hard or you may damage the paper.
• Make sure your stylus is in good conditions so that you get a clear, concise line.