Layered Sentiment Card with Letterpress Die

A project from our live show CATCH UP with Toni for ANYTHING GOES WEDNESDAY in the HTCN studio broadcast 20th Oct 21 · 20/10/2021 · watch it from 18:00

Build a sophisticated card using layered cardstock with a white letterpress sentiment die-cut, creating contrast against black and gold backgrounds. The design features coordinating peony elements and sequin embellishments.

You will need

Stamps By Me 5MM Sequin Pack - Coral 201021YSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Cut a white letterpress sentiment die from white cardstock. ▶ watch 18:15
2. Cut a black backing layer for the white sentiment using the same die. ▶ watch 18:45
3. Layer the white die-cut on top of the black die-cut to create contrast. ▶ watch 19:00
4. Trim the layered sentiment pieces to size, ensuring they match the width of your card base. ▶ watch 19:15
5. Position the layered sentiment on your card base, allowing the coloured cardstock to protrude at the top for visual interest. ▶ watch 19:45
6. Secure the sentiment layers in place with low-tack glue tape or adhesive. ▶ watch 20:15
7. Adhere a striped patterned paper strip to the card base as a background layer. ▶ watch 21:30
8. Position the second layered sentiment piece, overlapping it with the first for a staggered effect. ▶ watch 22:30
9. Apply foam pads to the back of the layered sentiment to create dimension. ▶ watch 23:00
10. Add coral sequins to the design, positioning them so they protrude from the artwork for visual impact. ▶ watch 25:15

Tips from the show

• Save the waste pieces from your die-cuts to use as embellishments on envelopes and card inserts.
• Positioning sequins half under the artwork and half on top creates an intentional, artistic look rather than appearing misplaced.
• You can place sequins directly on top of your design for a bold embellishment effect.

More from this show

• Red Peony Heat-Embossed Card with Bleached Effect
• Striped Peony Card with Gold Overlay and Drop Shadow

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