Techniques | Little Paper Star

I recently participated in a demonstrator online event which showed us how to get the most out of one sheet of Designer Series Paper. (DSP). We made 6 cards, all using different techniques and using sketches from page 52 of the new Christmas mini catalogue.

We cut our DSP into the separate sections that we needed for each card, then using different colouring and cutting techniques we made our 6 basic cards. Once we completed the 6 templates we went back and added sentiments and embellishments.

For this card, I used a retired Christmas greeting and cut it out with a Stylish Shape die. I matted it on top of the new gold and white twine.

The technique used here is sponging ink over the DSP for a different look. I chose to just sponge the edges with Crumb Cake ink. It gave a antique look for this card which I really loved.

Here are the rest of the cards I made using the sketch guide and techniques on page 52. If you want to learn what I did, follow me on Friday the 3rd of October where I will be doing a Facebook live demonstration of this One Sheet Wonder.

Tip # 3 USING DIES FOR EMBOSSING

USING DIES TIP # 3
Using dies for embossing

If you are wanting a particular pattern for an embossed background like on my Geared Up Garage card. I really wanted a embossed gears background and so decided to use my dies. To do this so that the shape is embossed into the card but not cutting the card, you need a rubber mat. The one I had (Stampin Up! used to sell them) is 2mm thick. I used the standard embossing plate plus tab one, then an acrylic plate, then the rubber mat with my card on top and finally the dies and the second acrylic plate. If the impression is not as deep as you want, then just add a paper or card shim.
It is all trial and error to find what works well with your machine but when you do find the right combination, you have a whole new area of crafting possibilities opening up.