Creating Layered Flowers with Die Cuts

 

Creating die-cut layered flowers for a card can be a fun and creative project. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make die-cut layered flowers:

Materials you will need:

1. Cardstock or colored paper in various colors

2. Flower-shaped cutting dies in different sizes

3. Die-cutting machine

4. Adhesive (glue or double-sided tape)

5. Scissors

6. Pencil or pen

7. Cutting mat

Find an assortment of flower die cuts on Amazon. 

Step 1: Prepare your materials

Gather all the materials mentioned above. Choose the colors of cardstock or paper that you want for your flowers. Ensure that your die-cutting machine is ready to use.

Step 2: Choose your flower shapes and sizes

Select the flower-shaped die cuts that you want to use. You can find a variety of flower dies available in craft stores or online. Choose different sizes and shapes to add depth and dimension to your layered flowers.

Step 3: Cut the cardstock

Place your chosen cardstock or paper on the cutting mat. Take the largest flower-shaped die cut and position it on the cardstock. Trace the outline of the die cut lightly with a pencil or pen. Repeat this step with different sizes of flower dies on various colored cardstock or paper.

Step 4: Die cut the flowers

Carefully place the traced cardstock on the die-cutting machine platform, ensuring it aligns with the cutting area of the die. Follow the instructions for your specific die-cutting machine to run it through and cut out the flower shape. Repeat this step for each traced flower shape.

Step 5: Layer the flowers

Take the largest flower die cut and apply adhesive to the back. Carefully place it onto your card or base. Repeat this step with the other flower shapes, gradually decreasing the size of the die-cut flowers as you layer them on top of each other. Offset the petals slightly to create a dimensional effect.

Step 6: Add finishing touches

Once you have layered all the flower shapes, you can enhance the flowers further. You may consider adding small circles or dots in the center of each flower using a different colored cardstock. You can also add leaves or stems using green cardstock or paper.

Step 7: Attach to your card

Trim any excess cardstock from the layered flowers. Apply adhesive to the back of the assembled flower and carefully attach it to your card. Ensure that the adhesive is evenly distributed to hold the layers securely.

Step 8: Decorate and personalize

Finally, you can embellish the rest of your card as desired. Add a sentiment, additional decorations, or any other elements you like to complement your layered flowers.

With these steps, you can create beautiful die-cut layered flowers to adorn your card and impress the recipient with your handmade creation. Enjoy the process and let your creativity shine!

 

Find a beautiful assortment of pre-cut flowers on my website.

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New Rose Leaf Die Cuts and How-to

   

Check out my latest die cut design.  I wanted a selection of rose leaves to coordinate with my flower card designs but could not find the perfect thing.  I created my own design using Procreate and Cricut Design Space.  

 

You can find these on my website and Etsy shop.

 If you would like to try designing your own die cuts, here are the steps to create a leaf-shaped die cut in Cricut Design Space:

1. Open Cricut Design Space and create a new project.

2. Click on the "Shapes" button on the left-hand side of the screen.

3. Choose the "Square" shape and insert it into your project.

4. Click on the "Edit" button at the top of the screen.

5. Click on the "Unlock" button to unlock the square's proportions.

6. Drag the top right and bottom left corners of the square inward to create a diamond shape.

7. Click on the "Shapes" button again and choose the "Triangle" shape.

8. Insert the triangle shape into your project.

9. Resize the triangle shape to fit within the diamond shape.

10. Position the triangle shape at the bottom of the diamond shape to create a leaf shape.

11. Select both shapes by clicking and dragging your cursor over them.

12. Click on the "Slice" button at the bottom of the Layers panel on the right-hand side of the screen.

13. Delete the excess shapes and keep the leaf shape.

14. You can now customize your leaf die cut by changing its color or adding any additional designs.

15. When you are satisfied with your leaf die cut, click on the "Make It" button at the top right of the screen to send it to your Cricut cutting machine.

16. Follow the prompts on your machine to cut out your leaf die cut.

That's it! You now have a leaf-shaped die cut that you can use for a variety of projects.

 

Making Marbled Card Backgrounds in Procreate

 

Card Backgrounds - Sorbet

 

Check out my new marbled card backgrounds!  These colorful backgrounds are holographic and sized perfectly at 4 x 5 1/4 inches for cards.  We have several colors in the shop with more to come soon.

 

Card Background - Mesmerizing

Ready to make your own marbled designs?

Here is a fun and simple way to create your own marbled backgrounds in Procreate using the Liquify tool:

1. Create a new canvas in Procreate and choose a background color that will complement your marbled design.

2. Select the "Ink" brush from the brush library and choose a color for the ink that contrasts with the background color.

3. Use the ink brush to create random shapes and lines on the canvas. These will form the basis of your marbled design.

4. Create a new layer by tapping the "+" icon in the Layers panel. Use the ink brush to create another set of random shapes and lines on this layer.

5. Tap the "Layer" panel to bring up the Layer options. Select the top layer with your new shapes, and then tap the "Liquify" option.

6. Use the Liquify tool to warp and distort the shapes on the top layer. Be sure to try the different options available in the tool.  This will create a marbled effect as the colors blend together.

7. Adjust the pressure and size of the Liquify tool as needed to achieve the desired effect.

8. Repeat steps 4 to 7 with additional layers to build up your marbled design.

9. Once you're satisfied with your marbled design, you can add additional details or effects, such as textures or gradients, to enhance your artwork.

10. Export your marbled art by tapping on the "Share" button and choosing "Export as PNG."

That's it! With Procreate's Liquify tool, you can create unique and interesting marbled designs by distorting and blending your ink strokes. Experiment with different brush sizes and shapes to create your own custom marbled art.

 

Cutting Stickers in Silhouette Studio

 

 

Art Stickers - Shamrock

These cute new stickers are a blend of colorized vintage images and new hand drawn artwork by me.  These stickers are so fun to design!

 

Have you ever wondered how to cut your own stickers?  If you have a Silhouette Cameo or Portrait cutting machine, it is super easy.  See below for step-by-step instructions.  

Art Stickers - Rainbow

These fun non-traditional rainbow stickers are super cute!  The tiny, colorful flowers are included as well.

Sure, here's a step-by-step guide on how to cut stickers on a Silhouette cutting machine:

1.     Open the Silhouette Studio software on your computer and create a new document with the size and orientation that matches your sticker design.

2.     Import your sticker design into the software by clicking on "File" and choosing "Open" or by dragging and dropping the design file into the workspace.

3.     Adjust the cut settings by clicking on the "Send" tab on the top toolbar. Select your material type, thickness, and blade settings. Make sure to do a test cut to ensure that your settings are accurate.

4.     Prepare your Silhouette cutting machine by turning it on and connecting it to your computer with a USB cable. Load the cutting mat into the machine and adjust the rollers to fit the width of the mat.

5.     In the Silhouette Studio software, click on the "Send" tab again and choose the correct cutting mat size and orientation.

6.     Place the sticker paper onto the cutting mat with the adhesive side facing down. Smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles.

7.     Load the cutting mat into the Silhouette cutting machine and press the "Load" button.

8.     In the Silhouette Studio software, click on the "Send" button to send the cutting job to the machine.

9.     Wait for the machine to finish cutting your sticker design. Once the machine has finished cutting, press the "Unload" button to remove the cutting mat from the machine.

10.  Carefully remove the stickers from the cutting mat and use them as desired.

That's it! With a Silhouette cutting machine, you can easily and accurately cut out your sticker designs. Remember to always test your cut settings and to handle the cutting machine and materials with care.

Drawing Stickers in Procreate

 

 

 Art Stickers - Spring Floral

 

Hello my crafty friends!  I have been super busy creating a fantastic new line of sticker designs.  These are perfect for card making, scrapbooking and especially planners.  

These and my other fun designs are available in my Etsy shop and my website. Take a look!

 

 

 

Art Stickers - Dragonflies

 

Here is some information to get you started drawing your own designs in Procreate.  You need an iPhone or iPad and the Procreate app to get started.

 

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to create sticker designs in Procreate:

1.     Open Procreate and create a new canvas by tapping on the "+" button at the top right corner of the screen. Choose the size and resolution you want for your sticker.

2.     Start designing your sticker by using the tools and brushes available in Procreate. You can use the drawing tools to create shapes, add text, or draw illustrations. You can also import images or photos to use as a reference or as part of your design.

3.     Once you're done with your design, create a new layer by tapping on the "+" button in the Layers panel. This layer will be used to create the outline for your sticker.

4.     Using the Selection tool, select the part of your design that you want to turn into a sticker. Tap on the "Transform" button and choose "Freeform" to adjust the size and shape of your selection.

5.     In the Layers panel, tap on the "N" icon to access the "Edit" menu. Choose "Stroke" and select the thickness and color of your sticker outline.

6.     Create a new layer below your sticker outline layer and fill it with the color or pattern you want for your sticker.

7.     Merge the sticker outline layer and the sticker color layer by swiping left on the sticker color layer and tapping "Merge Down."

8.     Add any finishing touches to your design, such as shadows or highlights.

9.     Export your sticker design by tapping on the "Share" button and choosing "Export as PNG."

10.  To use your sticker, import it into your preferred messaging or social media app that supports stickers.

That's it! With Procreate, you can create a wide variety of sticker designs using your own illustrations, photos, or text. Have fun designing!