Paper Piecing Perfection with Daisy, Defined

Jules
4 days ago
2 min read

There's something timeless about a daisy. It's simple, cheerful, and always manages to brighten the day. For this card, I wanted to let the July 2026 Background of the Month: Daisy, Defined take center stage while adding a little extra dimension with one of my favorite techniques—paper piecing.

By combining a few coordinating products, this design comes together quickly while still looking detailed and elegant.

Paper Piecing for Beautiful Dimension

Instead of coloring the entire stamped image, I stamped the Daisy, Defined background twice—once on kraft cardstock and again on white cardstock.

After coloring the flowers on the white cardstock with Copic markers, I carefully fussy cut each bloom and adhered them over the kraft image. The result is a layered, dimensional look that makes the daisies pop without adding a lot of bulk.

I love how the warm kraft background gives the card a vintage feel while the crisp white petals keep everything fresh and clean.

Add Texture Without the Fuss

To frame the focal panel, I used the Scallop & Square Nesting Die Set, creating a polished layered look with very little effort.

For the card base, I embossed white cardstock using the Sunflower Meadow Embossing Folder. The subtle floral texture adds interest without competing with the focal image, creating the perfect backdrop for the paper-pieced daisies.

Sometimes it's the quiet details that make a handmade card feel extra special.

Give This Technique a Try

If you've never tried paper piecing, this is the perfect stamp to start with. It only takes one extra stamped image, a little fussy cutting, and adhesive to create a card that looks beautifully layered and full of dimension.

So grab your favorite Copic colors, a pair of detail scissors, and let these cheerful daisies inspire your next creative session. You might just find yourself reaching for this technique again and again!