Torn Pages

There’s something timeless about a card that celebrates books, quiet moments, and getting lost in a good story. This card was inspired by the idea that life’s best moments begin when you turn the page — whether that page belongs to a favorite book, a new chapter in life, or even your craft table.

For this project, I leaned into soft florals, vintage book text, and a sweet illustrated reader to create a layered card that feels cozy, thoughtful, and full of heart. It’s perfect for birthdays, encouragement, graduations, or just-because happy mail.

To make this card, I paired a couple of Unity's beautiful patterned papers. I die cut them both, but tore the floral piece and used Scorched Timber Distress ink on the torn edge to give it a burned paper look. Adhering the smaller, torn piece onto the print paper, this is the background.

Next, I colored the cute girl. I used the colors of the magnolias to inspire the floral colors and opted for a bright and colorful outfit for the young, eager reader. If you didn't use the Digital Cut File for this image, you can fussy cut her out using precision scissors. I also stamped the sentiment and used the Scallop & Sentiment Dies to die cut it out.

With a few brads, some Stickles and think foam tape, this card is almost done. Before putting it all together, I added a layer of brown paper behind the patterned paper for a little framing on the light green card base.

Products Used

• Unity Stamp Co. - Once the Story Opens KOM-panion (or January 2026 Kit of the Month)

• Unity Stamp Co. - Moonborn Flight Paper Pack

• Unity Stamp Co. - Magnolia Branch Paper Pack

• Unity Stamp Co. - Scallop & Stitched Sentiment Nesting Dies

• INK on 3 - Blackout Hybrid Detail Ink

• White card base

• White card stock (alcohol marker friendly)

• Brown card stock

• Copic markers

• Scorched Timber Distress ink

• Lawn Fawn - Large Stitched Rectangle Stackables

• Liquid glue

• Foam adhesive

• Stickles

• Scissors or Digital Cut File for Once the Story Opens

This card is a beautiful reminder that stories — both on the page and in life — are worth slowing down for. The soft layers and thoughtful sentiment make it a design you can easily adapt with different colors or papers from your stash.

If you love cards that celebrate reading, reflection, and meaningful moments, this one is sure to become a favorite. Happy crafting and happy reading!