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. cyndi morris says:

    Love these ways to use scraps — I have so many. I was so excited about yesterday’s video on Alcohol Ink Pearl backgrounds, I dashed to my craft room and found a protractor and felt (lucky I never throw anything away!). I can’t wait to get started “playing” with these techniques. As for my favorite from this release, I honestly haven’t started on Simon’s hop yet, but from what I’ve seen so far, the Sketch Tulip Bouquet is going to be hard to beat.

  2. Cindy Baker says:

    Hi Jennifer!

    I love the large leaf cluster die and the Friend shadow die. The shadow behind the words just makes them POP! Thanks for the ideas! 💜

  3. Karen F. says:

    I like to use my scraps of paper for card fronts, but, have never tried your techniques. I looking forward to trying these techniques soon!

  4. Laurie Morton says:

    I love the stamp “Where ever flowers bloom so does hope.”

  5. Henriëtte says:

    What a amazing cards Jennifer and that with scraps! Love them all, love especially the one where you used the Outline Clustered Leaves Die.
    My most favorites from this release ( the whole release is great) are the Triangle Element Wafer Die and the Triangle Blast stencil.
    Thank you so much for showing these great ideas with scraps.

  6. Pam Steffenhagen says:

    I always love your cards and again you are inspirational!! Thank you!

  7. Debbi S says:

    Thank you so much, I’m a total scrap rat!
    Love the ideas on what to finally do with them.

  8. Jill Lafornara says:

    My favorites were the leaves background stamp and the clustered leaves.

  9. Becky Green says:

    FABULOUS CARDS, Jennifer! I meant to tell you the other day when you were making the many backgrounds you did, Tim Holtz JUST MIGHT come out with one of your “tools” you made for us! LOL FABULOUS IDEAS to use the scraps!!! GORGEOUS WORK!!!!!!!!!!!! 😉

  10. Karen Berry says:

    I found a 2013 PaperCrafts magazine at home last night. I found your picture. You were an amazing crafter back then too. Thank you for the inspiration and the opportunity.

  11. Colleen Smith says:

    Some of my favorite cards use the bits from my other ones! For the release I like the background leaves Stamp

  12. Kathy P says:

    Your cards are always so amazing, Jennifer, and I find your videos very easy to understand, which makes it easy for me to replicate your beauty in my own craft space! Thanks for your ongoing inspiration!

  13. Miriam says:

    I love the idea of using all the materials you have on hand, specially strpes of scraps. Last year I saw this kind of video. It’s fantastic way to stretch your supplies.

  14. caprice oliver says:

    I really think the new pearl inks have incredible potential.
    thanks for the heads up.

  15. Sheri Kempke says:

    My favorite item?? Only one? I love all of the cards you have made Jennifer, I love the die cut cross, the bunny stamps and the faithful tiny sentiments, they are all at the top of my list!

  16. Candace says:

    I love the cross card… those colors are just fab!

  17. Larhiamai says:

    My favorites are Sketch Tulip Bouquet Stamps and Die, and the Outlines Leaves Stamp.

  18. SJ says:

    Gotta love the tulips!! I use scraps all the time.

  19. Vicky C says:

    Beautiful and colourful cards, love them! Favourite is the Blossoming Stamp and Die Set, and the background stamps!

  20. Zinia says:

    Hi Jennifer:
    Thanks again for the many ideas for our scraps!! I like the most the Leave clustered and the Floral cross dies and the tiny sentiments, the colors of those alcohol inks are beautiful!! Thanks again, Jennifer : )

  21. Patti J. says:

    Only you could make me go diving into my trash for scraps! LOVE these, Jennifer! Thanks for always making me think outside the box. You are amazing!

  22. Elaine D says:

    Your cards are always so beautiful. I love what you did just using scraps, I always have such a hard time figuring out what I can do with them, you inspire me to keep on trying. I really love the tulip stamp and die, it just reminds me so much of springtime.

  23. Dana D says:

    I really like the look of the Outline Cluster Leaves…many possibilities with this one die!

  24. Katie says:

    Beautiful as always!

  25. LeAnne Smith says:

    Love how resourceful you were with the scraps! You made such lovely cards with them! TFS!! I am so in love with this Spring release and especially the cute bunnies!!

  26. Jeannie F says:

    Beautiful cards! I am a huge fan of finding ways to use paper scraps. Thanks for sharing some great ideas! So many fun products but the tulip bouquet is my favorite.

  27. Jenrescuemama says:

    We just got 6 of the new Pearls and I can’t wait to try them! These are gorgeous! The sentiment strips are a brilliant idea.

  28. Merrill P says:

    The leaves on that first card look good enough to eat!

  29. C. Chew says:

    I have to say the alcohol pearl inks is my favorite… the backgrounds created with these inks are amazing.

  30. Mindy1414 says:

    This is a fabulous release (as always lol), my favorite from it is the Tiny Words Faith Stamps. Those are going to be so great for so many cards all year. ([email protected])

  31. Barbara G says:

    Every video you do is wonderful…creative, clear and concise! Also doable, practical and encouraging! Can’t wait to get the floral cross! Thank you, Jennifer!

  32. Kathy Anderson says:

    Your work is always beautiful and inspiring – but my favorite today is the I Adore You card with the layer over the background stamp!

  33. Crystal says:

    I don’t know how you do it..your creativity never ends. The new release from SSS is fantastic and I have to say, I want every piece it! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

  34. Catherine Ray says:

    can’t wait to try this technique

  35. Kandice J says:

    Such colorful cards. Creative use of scraps. Great job as always. Thanks for sharing!

  36. debbie d says:

    love all of these beautiful colorful creations! what a great release.

  37. I like the bunny wishes stamp set. 🙂 It is so cute.

  38. Katherine Herbert says:

    Love this! 🙂

  39. Suzi Metcalfe says:

    I was so blown away by yesterday’s blog. It was really fun to see more of those backgrounds used up today, and all so beautiful! I still have a pile of alcohol ink backgrounds on my desk. You can be sure that when I use them, I sill save the scraps for layouts like these! Thank you!

  40. Suzi Metcalfe says:

    I forgot to mention my favorite product of this release: tiny sentiment faith stamps! Love ’em!

  41. Stanlee Runner says:

    So many amazing things in this new release, but at the very top of my list are the sketch tulips,they are beautiful!

  42. Christa N Hamilton says:

    Beautiful cards Jennifer. I always save my scraps…thanks for the inspiration!

  43. Gorgeous cards and AMAZING idea! I love all the bright colors! Way to not waste the “scraps”

  44. Pat says:

    Great ideas for using up those scraps Jennifer and love the new SSS release, and I think my favourites are the tulips, the outline leaves and the leaf cluster die, but there is also lots more there to love too. x

  45. Debra Strohbehn says:

    These examples are so beautiful. The Simon Says Stamp Filigree Heart is a favorite, but they are all so wonderful it would be hard to limit myself to only one favorite! Thanks for the inspiration, Jennifer.

  46. Vickie Sneed says:

    Such creativity using the colorful scraps of paper. I always love watching your videos. You inspire me so much.

  47. Caroline Livermore says:

    My favorite is the tulip bouquet. I always give tulips to my Mom on my birthday in March!

  48. Elizabeth Rose says:

    This is a hard call! I would have to say the SSS Tiny Words Faith Sentiment. Also, thank you for the tutorial, perfect timing as I am working on trying to use utilize what I already have! God’s blessings!

  49. Kathryn Shea says:

    Hi Jennifer,
    Your cards are so pretty! My favorite SSS new product is the Outlined Clustered Leaves Die. The leaves look like stained glass! So beautiful to me.

  50. Rita Minnichsoffer says:

    The Pretty Peonies background stamp has me clicking over to SSS to purchase! Can’t wait to use that one in so many ways. 🙂

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