Today, Melissa is sharing on her blog how she is inspired by using die cuts to create card designs:
“When I sit down to create, or even when I’m brainstorming, sometimes it’s fun to start with my dies first, instead of a particular stamp set. The January Papertrey Ink release had some of the most fun and inspiring dies yet, and for my cards today, I started by selecting a few of these dies and then built my cards around them. Mixing and matching dies from different collections and selecting a sentiment to compliment these dies, from an unrelated stamp set, are creative ways to use your Papertrey Ink supplies. I hope you’ll give this approach a try and take on a new challenge!”
Enjoy Your Day Card
Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Dies: Boho Rounds Sentiments and Latin Motifs
Stamps: Boho Rounds and Latin Motifs
Ink: Blueberry Sky, Green Parakeet, Harvest Gold, Simply Chartreuse
Cardstock and Paper: Vintage Cream cardstock and Sheer Basics Vellum
You're on My Mind Card
Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Dies: Banner Style
Stamps: Banner Style and Friendship Jar Flowers
Ink: Hibiscus Burst, Harvest Gold, Lilac Grace, Pale Peony, Simply Chartreuse, Spring Rain, Stormy Sea, Summer Sunrise, Winter Wisteria
Cardstock: Vintage Cream
Just For You Card
Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Dies: Latin Motifs
Stamps: Botanical Blocks, Fancy Flourishes, and Latin Motifs
Ink: Aqua Mist, Lavender Moon, Summer Sunrise
Cardstock: Aqua Mist, Lilac Grace, Vintage Cream
Visit Melissa's blog to learn more about how she is inspired to create with die cuts on her card designs!
Becky Green says
BEAUTIFUL WORK, MELISSA!!! 😉
Christine Shoop says
I love the soft colors on these beautiful cards! I’m eager to watch your video!
Christine Shoop says
Didn’t find a video but that means I can save the instructions to my computer!
Beth Stiver says
So beautiful! Sat right down and cased a couple of your cards! Thanks Melissa!
Joy Hadden says
Oh, how I love the colors you have used! Reminds me spring is just around the corner!
Steffi H. says
When I started card making a few years ago I thought I don´t need a die cutting machine. I think this the biggest crafting mistake I´ve ever made. 🙂
Lorie Bohnstedt says
Your talent never ceases to amaze me! I love your creativity!
Sarosa says
Such fun cards! I love texture in cards, and die cuts make that so easy. Thanks for the inspiration!
Tammy W says
Melissa, I’ve always loved your style! Such a gorgeous card!
Patt H. says
Love these great ideas! Wonderful examples, Melissa!