It’s time to play with ALL the new Designer Series Papers in the September – December 2023 Mini Catalog! Are you ready? A perfect way to learn about new pattern papers is to use them with a card template. Following a card “recipe” is a great way for me to try out new products without becoming overwhelmed. I created a new card template (#19) that I am calling 4 Lovely Layers because of how well it showcases different patterns and designs when using coordinating packages of Designer Series Paper.
Watch the video tutorial for this new card template and learn how you can make it work with whatever kind of pattern paper you have to use, and tips and tricks for stepping it up. Download the free pdf directions & measurements for this template.
Supplies and Directions For Card Template #19
Supplies
- 5 1/2” x 8 1/2” card base
- 4” x 5-1/4” cardstock
- 1-1/2” x 4” DSP #1
- 2” x 4-3/4” DSP #2
- 2” x 3-3/4” DSP # 3
- 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” DSP #4
- Focal Point Basic White any size or shape
- Ribbon or embellishments
Directions
- Optional: Stamp a background image on the 4” x 5-1/4” piece of cardstock or use an embossing folder. Attach to card base.
- Attach the 1-1/2” x 4” DSP #1 piece horizontally across the 4” x 5-1/4” piece of cardstock and centered in the middle top and bottom.
- Adhere the 2” x 4-3/4” DSP #2 piece along the right edge of the card front leaving a 1/4” margin to the edge of the 4” x 5-1/4” piece of cardstock.
- Attach the 2” x 3-3/4” DSP # 3 piece overlapping piece #2 by 1” and centered top and bottom. The distance between the left edge of piece #3 and the right edge of piece #2 should measure 3”.
- Attach the 2-1/2” x 2-1/2” DSP #4 piece centered between the left and right edges of pieces #1 & #2 and centered over piece #1. It will be slightly right of the true center of the card front.
- Create a focal point to attach to piece #4 and embellish as desired.
I hope you are ready to grab some patterned paper and start layering the designs and colors together using Card Template #19!
I love this layout! I think this may be one I will use often. thanks for the video and template
Hi Joan! I’m glad you like this template. Get out that paper and make a bunch of cards!!!
Oh, goodness me…these are some wonderful creations. Love, love your template. Thanks so much, Robin
Thank you very much for your message! Happy creating!!
Welcome back Robin…hope you got a good rest.
Thank you, Charlotte!
Robin I love your card templates. They make my card making so much faster and easy. I donate cards to the ladies at my church to send out to members. This is my gift to me, I find making cards to be therapeutic. I always enjoy watching your videos.
Hi Ruby!Thank you for your message. I’m super happy that you are able to pass along the creativity to your church group and beyond. Keep stamping!
What a wonderful September 1st playdate for template 19! It made me re-think the new September mini-catalog papers. I so much enjoy watching your playdate videos! They are well thought out and easy to follow with simple (or stepped up) designs that produce beautiful and whimsical cards for any occasion. Thank you for being so generous with your time and resources; your inspiration templates are a great jump-start to getting my crafting juices flowing.
Hello April! Thank you for leaving me a great message! I’m happy that you are inspired and ready to get busy with your fall Mini Catalog creations!