Using Scraps for Cards + FREE GIFT

Hi once again! I am back to share cards that I created using lots of colorful scraps. These scraps are left over from yesterday’s video… but these tips and designs can be used with any leftovers.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

[All supplies are linked in the text below and in the thumbnails at the end of this post. Compensated affiliate links may be used at no cost to you.]

All the colorful pieces I use today are leftover from the cards I made in THIS video with Tim Holtz Alcohol Pearls and Tim Holtz Heavyweight Yupo Paper. And today’s techniques could be done with patterned paper, ink blended, stamped… ANY kind of scraps.

My first example shows using a die cut inlay technique with colorful scraps and the Simon Says Stamp Outline Clustered Leaves Die. I added a sentiment created with the Simon Says Stamp Big Friend Dies and Simon Says Stamp Tiny Words Faith Stamp Set.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Here you can see both the dimension and shine…

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

I also find scraps are fun to use for sentiment strips. This card was inspired by a card I made in THIS video… but this time with leftover colored pieces. I again used the Simon Says Stamp Big Friend Dies… and added multiple sentiments from the Simon Says Stamp CZ Design You Got This Stamp Set.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Some strips use foam adhesive and some are adhered directly to the card.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

This next example just shows that you can use strips to create a simple card. This design works great for any scraps – even with busy patterns.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

This sentiment from the Simon Says Stamp CZ Design You Got This Stamp Set is fun because you can get a coordinating die to cut it out. LOVE!

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Here is another examples using scraps for a background. This time I completely covered the background to create unique look. I recommend this style if all your scraps look good together… not just random ones.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

I added a stacked Simon Says Stamp Outline Floral Cross die cut and a Simon Says Stamp Tiny Words Faith sentiment.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

A fun way to use a larger scrap on a card is to stamp across it and a notecard to make a continuous pattern. This makes the scrap look like it was made just for that card. And I am really liking this Simon Says Stamp Outline Leaves Stamp!

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

I added a stacked Simon Says Stamp I Adore You die cut for the sentiment. Sweet and simple.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

I also enjoy using scraps to do paper piecing of stamped images. This card showcases the Simon Says Stamp Sketch Tulip Bouquet Stamp Set and Simon Says Stamp Outline Leaves Stamp.

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Loving that texture…

Using Scraps on Cards Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

BLOG HOP + FREE GIFT

Today I am thrilled to hopping along from blog to blog to celebrate the new Simon Says Stamp Fresh Bloom release. I used many of the products today… and also in yesterday’s video. You can find all the new goodness HERE.

Also – to celebrate the new release – Simon Says Stamp is giving a FREE Lucky To Know You Die with any purchase! Use the code “FRBLM89” through 3/10/19 to get yours. Shop HERE.

The next stop on the hop is the blog of my bestie Kristina Werner! You can also start at the beginning of the hop on the SSS blog. Also, this is Day 1 of a 2-day hop. So be sure to hop again tomorrow!

GIVEAWAY

Simon Says Stamp is offering a $25 gift certificate to a lucky winner! For your chance, leave a comment below by 11:59pmEST on 3/8/19 telling me your favorite product from this new release. (To leave a comment, head to blog, scroll down to the bottom of this post and click the green “leave a comment” button. The winner will be announced on the SSS blog.)

SUPPLIES

Want to find the products I used? I have listed them below. (Compensated affiliate links used at no cost to you. Thank you for your support! Affiliate and product disclosure can be found here. All products were personally purchased except the Simon Says Stamp branded products which were received from the company with no expectation. As always, this post was NOT paid for or sponsored.) Click on the icons below each product picture to go to a favorite store.

Smooth Alcohol Ink Background Video
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Simon Says Stamp Sketch Tulip Bouquet…
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Simon Says Stamp Outline Leaves Stamp
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Simon Says Stamp Tiny Words Faith…
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Simon Says Stamp CZ Design You Got…
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Simon Says Stamp CZ Design You Got…
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Simon Says Stamp Outline Floral Cross…
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Simon Says Stamp I Adore You Die
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Simon Says Stamp Outline Clustered…
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Simon Says Stamp Big Friend Dies
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Alcohol Pearls
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Tim Holtz Heavyweight Yupo Paper
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VersaMark Ink
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VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
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Simon Says Stamp Sea Glass Ink
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Simon Says Stamp Fog Ink
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Simon Says Stamp Fog Cardstock
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MISTI Stamping Tool
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Stick It Adhesive Sheets
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Gina K Connect Glue
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White Craft Foam
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3M Foam Adhesive
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Anti Static Powder Bag
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Hero Arts Heat Gun
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Hero Arts White Embossing Powder
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Hero Arts White Satin Pearl Embossing…
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Gemini Junior Die Cut Machine
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Tim Holtz Trimmer
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Tim Holtz Tonic Glass Media Mat
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Fiskars Easy Action Snips
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448 thoughts on “Using Scraps for Cards + FREE GIFT”

  1. Leah says:

    Absolutely love all of these scrap ideas!

  2. Karen R says:

    These are all so beautiful!! I love the cross die and it beautiful and intricate!!

  3. Ash says:

    I love the beautiful leaf outline die! So elegant. Thanks for sharing your incredible ideas.

  4. Susan Carlson says:

    Tim’s alcohol pearls pair great with this release! Love so many in this collection! If I have to choose, it would be the foilable sentiment strips – but I really love all the outline stamps & does. Plus, your cards from yesterday & today have my creative juices flowing! Thank you so much for your blogs – & your clear instructions & links to products! All very helpful!

  5. kre8tivekate says:

    I just love your work!

  6. Eva N says:

    You got such great results with your scrap cards. Now I know how to make interesting designs with my Clustered Leaf die, & will look for the sentiment sets with matching cutting dies. Thanks!

  7. Teri S. says:

    Thanks for the inspiration on using scraps Jennifer. Love the colourful pieces is the Leaf die. It’s beautiful & cheerful. Also really like all of the sentiments you put on the outside of the striped card. Very meaningful.

  8. Donna Knipfer says:

    I am in love with the SSS Outline Leaves Stamp. I’ve always been a fan of background stamps. Love your card examples. They are so beautiful. The card with the SSS Outline Cluster Leaves is my favorite. So Pretty.

  9. Monica Linerode says:

    My favorite of the release are actually out of four choices. It’s so hard to decide but The Tiny Words Faith Stamp set is going to meet my needs at this time. Also, I’ve been saving all my strips and pieces of cardstock and paper to do something with them so thank you for taking the time to create and post your ideas.

  10. Becca Neeley says:

    Thanks for sharing a way to use up all of those beautiful scraps we end up with while crafting! I’m excited to try some of these ideas. My favorite item from the new release is the outline floral cross die.

  11. Hi Jennifer,
    This video is right up my alley, as I find it really hard to dispose of these thin strips and leftover pieces from the backgrounds created or from designer series paper and even the scraps of cardstock. Thank you so much for the inspiration and the ideas time and time again!
    Craft on!

  12. BECCA YAHRLING says:

    The outline floral cross is just beautiful! And I also love the Dog & Cat Dress Up set; so cute!! Thanks for all of your interesting ways to use scraps (boy do I have a lot!).

  13. Annie Dill says:

    Jennifer, I like the floral cross die best. Thanks for ideas for scraps; I can hardly bear to throw scraps away, but feel a bit flooded by them at times!

  14. Lisa A creations says:

    I’m loving the new triangle element wafer die! These cards are so cute!

  15. Mary Holshouser says:

    outline floral cross.
    That will make beautiful Easter cards
    and will be good for sympathy cards
    (hopefully I won’t need many of
    those this year). Your cards are
    beautiful, as usual.
    thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

  16. Jean Washburn says:

    Your posts are very inspiring. I ordered several products to make some faith-filled cards for Easter. Thank you

  17. Fabulous ideas! Love each & every one! Thanks!

  18. mkwdood says:

    Great post today – love all the creative ideas. Maybe I will finally use some scraps.
    I love the peeking chick and peeking bunny wafer dies!

  19. vtloulou says:

    Fantastic video – I never get rid of scraps because I love paper so much! I love these ideas and can’t wait to play with my scraps this weekend. My favorite product from the Fresh Bloom release is the Simon Sentiment Strips. Thanks for the inspiration.

  20. Kathy M says:

    My favorite is the cluster leaves wafer die. I think I’ll have to go put it in my wish list and purchase it soon. Thanks for sharing.

  21. Candy says:

    You ate the Yoda of cardmaking!

  22. Glenda S Demorest says:

    Your cards are always so beautiful. I love the floral cross outline best.

  23. Sharon Dolan says:

    I’m torn between the Tulip and the Outline Leaves Dies … hummmm … it will have to be the leaves! It has so many possibilities!
    Thank you for the video, it really helps a somewhat beginner like me.

  24. Susan Johnson says:

    Beautiful Cards!! I think my favorite is the Outline Clustered Leaves, Probably because of the way you used it!
    Thanks for sharing

  25. Linda BL says:

    I really like the Sketch Tulip Bouquet stamp and die. Love the card you made with this great set. This release puts one in the mood for spring.

  26. Dee Earnshaw says:

    wow love the idea of using my scraps to create new cards!!!!
    thanks for the inspiration – love this new release especially the background outline leaves stamp:)(

  27. Mary Jo Stewart says:

    Great ideas for using scraps. I love this release and can’t wait to use the pearls.

  28. Shirley Robelotto says:

    Can’t wait to try this technique! Great cards as always.

  29. DebbyM says:

    I love the clustered leaf outline die. Great cards.

  30. Beth says:

    I’m getting ready to move back to the US in April and have already decided I must take my scraps with me! I’ve collected them for so long and they always come in handy.

  31. renee milner says:

    I love your ideas for using scrap paper pieces and your gorgeous cards! I’m always wanting to use up scraps.
    Thanks for sharing 🙂

  32. Ann McGuire says:

    Love the outline floral wafer die.

  33. Wendy Keyes-Turnbull says:

    Love, Love, Love! I especially favor the inlay technique card. You inspire me constantly!

  34. Elaine Shryock says:

    The outline floral cross would be my choice for favorite! Its all terrific.

  35. carol ann says:

    I like the two filigree dies – the heart and the egg best, but there’s so many more! Why do we have to choose? 🙂

  36. Cindi F says:

    Your cards are all amazing!

  37. Debbie Rumpza says:

    I love your idea of using up scraps! I have an entire Alex Drawer set filled with sorted scraps that I use daily! My faves from this release are the a Pretty Peony background stamp, and the Uou Got This set. But really there are a ton of great products!

  38. Kathryn A says:

    I love the filigree Floral Cross Die! Gorgeous cards, Jennifer!

  39. Susan Campbell says:

    Love the new release and love all your ideas even more. thanks for being so generous with your time and talents

  40. Emma Sleppy says:

    Great inspiration from you, as always and I have plenty of scraps!

  41. Verda says:

    This is a very nice release and your cards are outstanding as usual.

  42. Melissa S says:

    Your cards are absolutely gorgeous! Love, love, love the bright colors! My favorite from the release is CZ Design You Got This stamp set and die. Love the phrases Cathy chose and the fonts are awesome!

  43. Jean Marmo says:

    Oh my goodness! These are just gorgeous!

  44. Daniela P. says:

    I always love your cards. Are they really made from scraps? They are so gorgeous that it seems impossible that they are made from scraps! I love them.

  45. Jan Elmore says:

    Oh my….what a special treat! Not a product in here that I don’t want….I’ll take one each please!

  46. Julie L says:

    Love the Tulip Collage die and Polka Dot Party stencil in this release.
    Great examples of using scraps to make beautiful cards.

  47. Carol says:

    SSS is so lucky to have you! Thanks for introducing me to this fabulous company. Love how your two videos dovetail off one another.

  48. Linda Towill says:

    Thank you for showing us how to use all those alcohol ink background scraps. Your cards are beautiful!

  49. Virginia Ellison says:

    Thanks so much for the video yesterday with the pearl backgrounds and then today with all the scraps. I love watching your videos. I really like the lovely “Cross” die. It would be very good for Easter cards and sympathy cards. Thanks again Jennifer.

  50. Vickie D says:

    I love the tulips in this release but also like the leaves outline die. Thanks for sharing your wonderful creations!

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