Simple Vellum and Patterned Paper Card

A project from our live show HSN PRODUCT INSPIRATION - Join me for a fun filled show broadcast 25th August 2026 · 25/08/2026 · watch it from 1:08:00

A clean and simple card using a painted mount from the collection, torn vellum layered across the bottom, and a fussy-cut fairy element with 3D wings. The torn vellum adds texture and the 3D fairy creates dimension and movement.

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Step by step

1. Fold a piece of patterned paper from the Misty Holo collection in half to create your card base. ▶ watch 1:08:00
2. Score the fold with your hand or scoring tool to ensure a clean crease. ▶ watch 1:08:30
3. Tear a piece of patterned vellum from the collection to create a textured strip. ▶ watch 1:09:00
4. Wrap the torn vellum around the bottom portion of the card. ▶ watch 1:09:15
5. Trim the vellum so it sits just above the bottom border of the card, revealing the craft-coloured card beneath. ▶ watch 1:09:30
6. Glue the vellum in place on the card. ▶ watch 1:09:45
7. Select a painted mount from the collection and glue it onto the card above the vellum. ▶ watch 1:10:00
8. Fussy-cut a fairy image from the patterned paper, carefully cutting around the wings and body. ▶ watch 1:10:30
9. Colour the white edge of the fussy-cut fairy with a black blending brush to hide the white card edge. ▶ watch 1:14:30
10. Warm the fairy image slightly with your hand and gently curve the wings to add movement. ▶ watch 1:15:00
11. Attach the fairy to the card using 3D foam pads so the wings sit proud above the vellum. ▶ watch 1:15:30
12. Add a sentiment word or phrase to the card. ▶ watch 1:16:00
13. Optional: add sparkles or glitter glue to the fairy's wings and hair for extra shimmer. ▶ watch 1:17:00

Tips from the show

• Tear the vellum rather than cutting it for a more organic, textured look.
• Always colour the white edges of fussy-cut elements with a matching ink to make them blend seamlessly.
• Warm the card stock gently with your hand before 3D-ing to help it curve naturally without cracking.

More from this show

• Embossed Fairy on Black Card with White Ink
• Embossed Fairy on Patterned Paper with White Ink
• Watercoloured Fairy with Layered Ink Technique

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