Extruded text with outlines?

[carmen]

Well, I wanted this format for text:
   
so:

1. I tried first in Gimp, with 'TUF'. The result is there, but even with much help from plugins, the procedure was some trial--as this site lacks a 'spoiler' feature, I am attaching a .txt file with the 10 steps it took me get the upper part of the text above. It called for some patience!
   
2. Thus, I tried plan B, and exported the two paths for 'VOYAGING'--path from text and moved copy--to Inkscape. Unfortunately, although the last version includes 2 'text extrusion' (in Extensions and as an experimental LPE) neither worked for me... Therefore, a new exercise in patience--path difference + too many hand deletions and additions, to get here and import to Gimp:
      
   

The image above isn't all I could wish: I should try again with the extruded paths moved slightly up and right. 
But, before I undertake it, please:

Does some kind person have some tips on procedure? 

I am really interested--SF fans can think of the AMAZING  logo  to understand...