embossings
Stamped raised designs
Embossings are raised designs or patterns created by pressing or stamping a surface from behind, producing a three-dimensional effect.
The term applies to decorative work on paper, leather, metal, or fabric: The embossings on the wedding invitations added an elegant touch.
In manufacturing, embossings may serve functional purposes like improving grip or hiding wear.
Easing of distress
- stampingForceful foot motion
- toolingIndustrial machinery preparation
- pressingRequiring immediate attention
- punchingStriking with closed fist
hammering · molding · imprinting · chasing · die-cutting
Tanned animal skin
- paperPressed pulp for writing
- metalHard conductive solid
- foilDefeat a plan
- cardstockRigid paper material
velvet · fabric · copper · brass · aluminum · tin · wax · parchment
Lifted higher up
- texturedHaving tactile surface quality
- ridgedHaving raised lines
- dimensionalRelating to measurable extent
- tactileOf the touching sense
bumpy · patterned · grooved · contoured · sculpted · layered · indented · recessed
Interlaced personal initials
- crestsHighest points reached
- sealsAquatic whiskered mammals
- bordersLines separating regions
- letteringStyled written characters
logos · motifs · filigree · scrollwork · flourishes · cartouches · insignias · watermarks
Correspondence writing materials
- bookbindingAssembling pages into volumes
- invitationsRequests to attend
- certificatesOfficial proof documents
- wallpaperOrnamental wall covering
packaging · labels · diplomas · portfolios · journals
relief
Easing of distress
- stampingForceful foot motion
- toolingIndustrial machinery preparation
- pressingRequiring immediate attention
punching · hammering · molding · imprinting · chasing · die-cutting
leather
Tanned animal skin
cardstock · velvet · fabric · copper · brass · aluminum · tin · wax · parchment · vellum
raised
Lifted higher up
- texturedHaving tactile surface quality
- ridgedHaving raised lines
- dimensionalRelating to measurable extent
tactile · bumpy · patterned · grooved · contoured · sculpted · layered · indented · recessed
monograms
Interlaced personal initials
lettering · logos · motifs · filigree · scrollwork · flourishes · cartouches · insignias · watermarks · hallmarks
stationery
Correspondence writing materials
- bookbindingAssembling pages into volumes
- invitationsRequests to attend
- certificatesOfficial proof documents
wallpaper · packaging · labels · diplomas · portfolios · journals
embossingsengravings
Incised designs on surfaces
incisions · etchings · intaglios · carvings · indentations