Die Cut Masking Techniques

Welcome! Today I am sharing several techniques using dies to create masks. These methods are great for one layer cards and interesting backgrounds.

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

[If the video is not visible, please head HERE to YouTube to watch. All supplies are linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails at the end of this post. Compensated affiliate links may be used at no cost to you. I appreciate your support!]

 

A great way to get new looks from your dies is to use them to create masks. Watch my video to learn several techniques!

Here are the cards from my video along with the main products featured. For the full supply list, scroll down to the thumbnails at the end of this post.


THINKING OF YOU CARD
Featuring:
Simon Says Stamp Hibiscus Blooms Die (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Thinking of You Dies (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Radiant Hearts Stencil (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Greeting Mix 2 Stamp Set (SSS) – envelope sentiment
Gina K Masking Magic (SSS)
Distress Oxide Ink Pads (SSS)
Hero Arts Unicorn White Ink (SSS)
• Additional basic supplies linked in thumbnails below.

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink


YOU HAVE MY HEART CARD
Featuring:
Simon Says Stamp You Have My Heart Dies (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Greeting Mix 2 Stamp Set (SSS)
•  Gina K Masking Magic (SSS)
Distress Oxide Ink Pads (SSS)
• Additional basic supplies linked in thumbnails below.

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink


THANK YOU CARD
Featuring:
SSS CZ Design XL Thank You Dies (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Thank You Text Stamp (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Greeting Mix 2 Stamp Set (SSS) – envelope
Simon Says Stamp Work Of The Heart Stamp Set (SSS) – “for all you do”
Simon Says Stamp Geo Leaves Stencil (SSS)
Gina K Masking Magic (SSS)
Distress Oxide Ink Pads (SSS)
• Additional basic supplies linked in thumbnails below.

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink


THANKS CARD
Featuring:
Simon Says Stamp Hexagon Greetings Stamp Set (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Center Cut Hexagon Stamp(SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Hexagon Greetings Die (SSS)
Simon Says Stamp Crafty Bunnies Stamp Set (SSS) – envelope sentiment
Gina K Masking Magic (SSS)
Distress Oxide Ink Pads (SSS)
• Additional basic supplies linked in thumbnails below.

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink

Die Cut Mask Techniques Video by Jennifer McGuire Ink


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, I was not paid to do this post nor am I on any design teams. I only use products I love!) Click on the icons below each product picture to go to a favorite store.

Simon Says Stamp Hibiscus Blooms Die
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Thinking of You Dies
[ SSS ]
SSS CZ Design XL Thank You Dies
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp You Have My Heart Dies
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Hexagon Greetings…
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Center Cut Hexagon…
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Hexagon Greetings Die
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Thank You Text Stamp
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Greeting Mix 2 Stamp…
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Work Of The Heart…
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Crafty Bunnies Stamp…
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Geo Leaves Stencil
[ SSS ]
Simon Says Stamp Radiant Hearts Stencil
[ SSS ]
Gina K Masking Magic
[ SSS ]
Distress Oxide Ink Pads
[ SSS ]
Hero Arts Unicorn White Ink
[ SSS ]
VersaMark Ink
[ SSS ]
Blending Brushes
[ SSS ]
Hero Arts Heat Gun
[ SSS ]
Hero Arts White Embossing Powder
[ SSS ]
Gina K Fine Detail White Embossing…
[ SSS ]
Neenah Classic Crest 110lb Cardstock
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Black Matte Alcohol Ink…
[ SSS ]
Therm O Web Purple Tape
[ SSS ]
Teflon Bone Folder
[ SSS ]
i-Crafter i-Click Pick
[ SSS ]
Gemini Junior Die Cut Machine
[ SSS ]
i-Crafter Self Mending Cutting Pad
[ SSS ]
Gina K Connect Glue
[ SSS ]
Microfiber Cloth
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Trimmer
[ SSS ]
Fiskars Premium Cut Line Trimmer
[ SSS ]
T Ruler
[ SSS ]
EK Success Tweezers
[ SSS ]
Lucys Cards Silver Jewels
[ SSS ]
Studio Katia Arctic Breeze Pearls
[ SSS ]
Jewel Picker
[ SSS ]
WAffle Flower Mini Water Media Mat
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Tonic Glass Media Mat
[ SSS ]


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34 thoughts on “Die Cut Masking Techniques”

  1. On your Thank You rainbow card, where did you get the clear bubble embellishments? I didn’t see them listed in the supplies. Thanks!!! I love watching all your videos. You give me so many new ideas!!!

  2. Your cards are beautiful… thank you for the continued inspiration we receive from your videos… Blessings!

  3. I have a rose corner floral die that I will have to try this technique with, thank you for the idea.! Bt the way, cute cards.

  4. Thanks for sharing these cards and video, Jennifer. Working with stencils is such fun so I’m looking forward to working with the masking to add even more to cards. Stay well.

  5. What a great masking technique! Love the look you achieved. There were so many tips in this video that I know I will be watching it again and again. Thanks!

  6. These cards are awesome! Thank you for sharing your talent with us and inspiring us to have fun with card making!

  7. Lovely cards. The Hibiscus was amazing! Have to try these techniques. Thank you for what you do for us!

  8. Gorgeous cards and love the idea of it looking dimensional. Can you please tell me where you get the little rainbow embellishments you use?

  9. I am sorry. I meant raindrop embellishments. You have used them often and they are wonderful.

  10. These are very o pretty. I tried this masking paper but it did not stick to my embossed flower and kept lifting up with the stamp, that first card is fantastic with that subtle stenciling in the background.

  11. Fabulous cards Jennifer and again a awesome new (for me) technique.
    Gorgeous release of SSS, unfortunatelly I just ordered from them and it’s shipped, so some awesome things have to wait for a while untill I order again. But what’s comming the Gina K Masking Magic!
    I couldn’t find it anywhere in the Netherlands, a few webshops had it on their site but not on stock and they didn’t know when they got it back in. After fewing your video I’m double happy that I ordered it.
    Thank you so much for sharing, stay safe and have a wonderful weekend.

  12. This is brilliant! You always put a different spin on things and inspire me so much! Thank you!

  13. Hi, Jennifer. Another set of eye-popping cards and new techniques to try. Would you please post or email me the oxide color combos you used? Choosing colors and/or patterns is the hardest phase of cardmaking for me. Thanks for sharing your art and experience. I learn so much from you.

  14. Sorry, Jennifer. I was busy taking notes while the colors were at the top of your screen. I just did not see them.

  15. These are all so amazing! I would hate to have to choose a favorite! I have to push my brain to go further, add more layers, make it more! Watching you build upon what could be a finished product teaches me to keep looking! Thank you! I love it!

  16. Hi,
    I watch a lot of your videos and I hope you can help me. I recently purchased the Spellbinders Platinum 6 die cutting machine. It says to purchase a separate plate to used 3D embossing folders. Apparently this item has been discontinued. I am hoping you can make a suggestion for a work around as the plate is no longer available. Spellbinders is not answering questions at this time. I called and tried to email their customer support; it just takes you back to the page you started on.
    Thanks in advance for your help.
    Isabella S.

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