The Perfect Balance of Clean Design & Detailed Die Cuts | Jody Morrow

1. Die cut the Trellis Coverplate Die from white cardstock.
2. Adhere the Trellis Coverplate Die directly to a top-folding A2 white card base using liquid glue.
3. Stamp the wreath and sentiment using Detail Black ink.
4. Color the stamped images using the coordinating stencils:
   1. Stencil 1: Sky Blue, Summer Shower
   2. Stencil 2: Stargazer
   3. Stencil 3: Misty Coast
   4. Stencil 4: Lemon Whip, Marigold
   5. Stencil 5: Fresh Pear, Grassy Knoll
   6. Stencil 6: Sky Blue, Summer Shower
5. Die cut the wreath and sentiment using the coordinating dies.
6. Stack the wreath and sentiment with one additional blank die cut for added sturdiness.
7. Adhere the wreath to the center of the card using foam tape.
8. Adhere the sentiment pieces inside the wreath opening using foam tape.
9. Add white paint highlights to the lemons and flowers using a dual-tip embellishment tool and paper piercer.
10. Finish the card with glitter drops for sparkle and added dimension.

I love how this card combines clean design with plenty of dimension. The bright lemons and vibrant blue ribbon create a fresh focal point, while the layered wreath draws the eye directly to the sentiment. The subtle texture from the Trellis Coverplate Die adds interest without competing with the detailed stamped images. This is a card that basically makes itself. The large image takes center stage, and it's up to you to dress it up how you'd like!

This project is a wonderful example of how stamps, stencils, and coordinating dies work together to create a polished card with very little effort. I hope this design inspires you to experiment with layering and dimension on your next cardmaking project. Thanks so much for stopping by today, and I'll see you again soon!