Abstract: A method for creating raised and special purpose printing effects using phase change inkjet technology (also known as a solid ink jet) is provided. The method includes the steps of printing a primary phase change ink jet image (32) on a substrate (24) using an offset deposition process followed by a secondary phase change ink jet deposition (15) directly jetted on top of the primary image area selected for the printing effects. The amount of secondary material to be deposited corresponds to the area selected for the printing effects and the height of the raised area relative to the substrate (24) on which the secondary phase change ink material (15) is deposited.