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. Carlos Haun says:

    I like the leaf inlay die!

  2. Dana Joy says:

    Every day you post you bring sunshine and rainbows to our hearts. Thanks for all the years of inspiration and kindness. YOU ROCK!!!

  3. Cathty Loveless says:

    I love your brilliant ideas! These cards are just stunning.

  4. melissa b. says:

    I like to use up every bit of my paper so I appreciate this video 🙂 So clever…as always!
    I especially love the card with the sentiment strips. The encouraging words and pops of color are an instant pick-me-up.

  5. Judy says:

    Beautiful cards and great ideas for how to use our scraps!

  6. CINDY Aguirre says:

    Beautiful cards! Thanks for all the tips!

  7. Bethany Stover says:

    Tiny words faith stamp set is my favorite from this release. Beautiful cards as always!!

  8. Chandhini says:

    Wow, love that bright and colorful scraps can be used to make fun cards.

  9. Tracy Teas says:

    These cards are just as beautiful as always.

  10. Teresa S says:

    I never win at these, but you give us sooooooo many wonderful opportunities to try. Thanks! From this particular line I narrowed it down to five! lol If I had to select just one, it would be Tiny Words of Faith stamp. The other four are: Cluster Leaves Wafer Die (love the above card,) the Geometric Pattern Builder Stamp, the Dahlia Stem Wafer Die, and the Outline Leave Background stamp. Thank you again for your generosity. – Teresa

  11. Viola Leary says:

    The floral cross wafer die is my favorite new item in the release. I love these cards you made. I will need to remember to keep my arty scraps, I already keep my regular paper scraps! Why didn’t I think of that?
    Your so inspiring. Thank you

  12. Marcia Fellner says:

    So glad to see a way to use scraps…I have such a hard time throwing them away and now you have shown me a gorgeous way to use them. I value your inspiration and always look forward to trying your techniques.

  13. Abby says:

    I really like the Sketch Tulip!

  14. Mechele D says:

    Love the cards, my favorite part of release is the clustered leaves die, the cross die, the sentiment strips that can be foiled, & the tiny words faith stamp set.

  15. Mel H says:

    Beautiful cards and I love ideas to use the scraps I can’t seem to throw out. I love the filigree bunny die so mich from this release.

  16. Neha Mahajan says:

    I do not have enough amazing words to describe how awesome these creations are. You did such a great job in creating these awesome cards. The look so amazing and just with scraps! Can’t admire your talent enough.

  17. Susan L. says:

    Love your creative designs!

  18. janesprando says:

    I like the al Cross and the leaves.

  19. Cathy Lillie says:

    Great ideas for using up scraps – and I have a lot of them! The cross card and the embossed leaves card are my favorites. As for my favorite product from the new release, that’s really hard to decide. I do like the filigreed heart die and the sentiment sets that are already to cut apart and use. Thanks for another informative tutorial!

  20. Peggy says:

    Love the way you used “scraps” to create these beautiful cards. The floral cross card is so pretty. Thanks for your wonderful ideas you share with us.

  21. Leanne S says:

    Beautiful cards! You’re blessed. You know how to make use of anything & everything

  22. Lesley S. says:

    I can’t just pick one favourite from this release! But the first items on my wishlist are the Outline Clustered Leaves Die and the Outline Leaves background stamp. Thanks for more great card ideas. The impact of the Pearlized Alcohol Ink is beautiful, but I also like the idea of using up scraps. Great idea for kids as well.

  23. Tanna Lohouse says:

    That card made with the out line leaves stamp is just gorgeous!! And the colors are really beautiful ; it would definitely get me I. The spring mood if I received it in the mail!!!

  24. Laurie VanDerLinden says:

    I love the tiny words faith stamps and the outline floral cross. Great new stuff!

  25. see mary stamp says:

    I love the Cross die as well as the Faith sentiments. There are really so many beautiful products in this release.

  26. Deborah Bryant says:

    I love what Jennifer did with the floral cross! Can’t wait till mine comes in the mail!

  27. Catherine says:

    I have to choose just one? Impossible! There are so many good things in this release. I love the tulip stamp set – gorgeous! And the triangle stencil along with the triangle die, the dahlia die, the border stamp set just to name a few.

    Your cards are gorgeous! I loved them all but I think the first one with the cross and the inlaid leaves one are my two favorites.

  28. Patricia says:

    Awesome cards, Thanks for the chance to win

  29. Cathy Kurihara says:

    Can’t even describe how much I love these cards. What a wonderful resurrection card!
    I can’t wait to get the dies and small word sayings. Thank you for sharing your gift.

  30. Carla Hundley says:

    Beautiful cards and
    fun ways to use the
    papers. I love the
    TULIP COLLAGE
    Wafer Die set.
    Carla from Utah

  31. Kris Reeves says:

    The cross die is my favorite! Thanks for the lovely technique!

  32. Caren C. says:

    Great uses for scraps! My fave item from this release is the Pretty Peonies Background Stamp.

  33. Arianna Barbara says:

    Amazing set of cards!!! The bright colors are gorgeous!
    My favorite product from this new release is Bunny Wishes!!!

  34. Tamara Lewis says:

    As always, you are amazing. My brag shelves are brimming with your ideas. Many see them and comment on my talents. I blush, say thank you then share my secret of how I am making wonderful cards… thank you for making me look so good!!

  35. Leni says:

    Thank you for the video! I always learn so much from watching your video’s! Love the tulip card. Tulips are my favorite!

  36. MandaLJ says:

    So many great ideas for using scraps. I really like the card with the Outline Floral Cross die, which is my favourite product from this release.

  37. Nancy May says:

    Jennifer, these creations are beautiful and inspiring, as always. I’ve ordered many things now, from Simon Says Stamp, based on your lovely examples. You always inspire me to think outside of the box… And outside of my comfort zone. 😉 This is so necessary for growth, and with your help, I’m growing in my creative process as well as in the projects that I make. Thank you so much!

  38. Barbara Falcone says:

    Love the cards. Great colors. Thanks for sharing

  39. Jo Anne Malicoat says:

    As always, your cards are fantastic! Love the way you are using scraps. And those tulips are gorgeous!

  40. joy meadows says:

    I love the new tulip set! So beautiful. Your video shows many ways to use scraps; thank you for the reminder not to throw away any pretty ones.

  41. Kathy Barnett says:

    Love what you have created. And you always have such great ideas and techniques.

  42. Pampam says:

    Love those tulips….. would love some right about now with all this snow that won’t quit!!
    Love all, your designs, as usual!!
    Your brain. Must never quit!

  43. Lindarub says:

    Love the tulips.

  44. Terri says:

    Love this release! The free gift is out of stock. So sad!

  45. Teresa Woolford says:

    I love how bright and colorful they all are!

  46. Mary Ann Egizio says:

    So creative! LOVE using every piece of paper! Thanks for your inspiration!

  47. These cards are so cool! I can never bear to throw away pretty scraps of paper. But they just keep piling up taking up space. Now I can put them to good use. I love the new release. There are lots of great products. My favourite is the Geometric Pattern Builder stamp. I love backgrounds and graphic designs. So it is perfect for me!

  48. Kristina Beagle says:

    I’m so bad at using scraps- i need to just sit down and have a use scraps day!

  49. Becky Smith says:

    As always, wonderful cards and excellent tips and instructions – thank you!

  50. I love you cards and great ideas to use scraps of paper. Thank you again for all you tutorials.

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