Sanity-Saving Hacks for Card Making!
Even as a seasoned card maker, I enjoy finding out other paper crafters' tips and tricks — there is just always something new to learn.
Die-cut to fit
Did you know you can shorten die-cuts to fit your needs? First die-cut the full length banner strip. Stamp the sentiment to one side, then placed the die-cut strip back into the die, positioning it at the point where you wanted the second cut. After die-cutting a second time, the strip is cut to the desired length.
Emphasize with embossing
To create a darker appearance on patterned or colored card stock, clear emboss a sentiment after stamping. In doing so, the letters appear a bit darker and thicker.
Fill in the blanks
Sometimes when stamping an image, small areas are not inked as fully as the rest. Instead of re-stamping, use a black marker or pen to fill in the blank or lighter areas. Before doing so, take into consideration how/if you are going to color the image. Or fill the lines once coloring is complete.
Round the corner
Invest in a corner rounder punch. Rounding one corner (or more) adds to your card's uniqueness.
Outline die-cuts
Use a black marker to add a thin border around die-cut pieces. Doing so helps light colored pieces to stand out against light backgrounds.
The grid
Use grid paper as well as the grid on paper crafting tools to align sentiments and objects. Or consider investing in the amazing Stamparatus - The results are perfect.
Pop it up
Use foam tape/squares to add dimension to cards.
Wipes to the Rescue
Put a pack of Baby Wipe nearby to clean your rubber stamps in-between change of colors.
Punchies
Keep all the scrap paper. You can use them to punch out punchies. (punchies: what you punch out with your paper punches).
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