I hope you enjoyed the tips I shared during my video yesterday: I answered one of the questions I get asked often, what is the best way to cut my cardstock and DSP layer for card making?
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6 Cards from one 12×12
I started with the easiest design – cutting 12×12 patterned paper into 6 pieces to make 6 cards. (see cards above).
9 cards from one 12×12
When you cut 12×12 patterned paper into 9 squares at 4″x4″ each, you’ll produce patterns for 9 cards – see above & below. The Poppy Parade cardstock is 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5-1/2″ then cut off 1-1/4″ from the top flap. This allows the 4×4 designer paper to layer perfectly.
Cutting 3″x4″ to make 12 front panels
I love cutting my 12×12 paper in increments of 2″, 3″, 4″ and 6″ to get the most out of my paper. The pull up card above and below showcases 3×4 pieces on the front panel, which yields 12 cards per sheet. (the 4″x5-1/4″ layer is covered at the top of this post)
I used the Willow White 12×12 paper for the pull-up part. Cutting it at 3″ x 12″ yields 4 of these pull up pieces per sheet.
Amazing Flap Card design using 1/2 piece of cardstock
It may not look possible, but both of the pieces of Pool Party Cardstock are cut from just a 1/2 sheet of 4-1/4″ x 11″ cardstock!! And the designer paper pieces are standard sizes (see image below) to maximize the paper and produce the least amount of waste.
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Thank you so much loved all the tips.
Patty…I was struggling to get my mind wrapped around making Christmas Cards this year. I watched your video a few times from December 6 (I am a slow learner) and today I was able to get the bases made for 27 cards. I have just a little bit of work left to do and then the envelopes. I just love the 12×12 DSP very little waste and the waste is very usable. I will be making some templates and using this often. Valentines Day is right around the corner. Thank YOU!!
I am so very happy that the ideas and video were helpful!!! 🙂