Use the Paper: Making Use of Your Favorite Paper Packs
- Jules
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Raise your hand if you have a collection of patterned paper so pretty that you're afraid to cut into it. 🙋♀️ Now raise your other hand if you also have drawers full of ephemera, tickets, tags, and die cuts that you've been "saving for the perfect project." Well, today's cards are here to stage a friendly intervention.
Featuring the adorable new Pissy Kitty "Leave Me Alone" stamp, these cards are proof that the perfect project is the one you're making right now. Because let's be honest—your patterned paper isn't getting any prettier sitting in a drawer!
For these cozy and slightly grumpy creations, I challenged myself to dig into my stash and actually use all those bits and pieces I've been collecting. Layered patterned papers from the Cozy Cup Cafe Paper Pack, tucked-in tickets, random tags, leftover die cuts, scraps, and ephemera all came together to create fun backgrounds that perfectly complement our bundled-up kitty friend.
The first card combines cheerful yellow gingham with layered tickets and soft aqua accents. The contrast between the bright, happy papers and Kitty's less-than-thrilled expression makes me laugh every time. Apparently, even a warm drink and a cozy blanket aren't enough to improve the mood!
For the second card, I mixed striped papers, vintage-inspired tickets, tags, and little embellishments to create a café-inspired scene. The layers add depth and interest while giving those forgotten stash items a chance to shine. And honestly, isn't that "Stay Cozy" sentiment the perfect companion to a kitty who's clearly trying to survive winter one grumble at a time?
The best part about stash-busting cards like these is that there are no rules. Mix patterns. Layer scraps. Add that ephemera piece you've been saving since 2018. If it makes you smile, it belongs on your card.
So consider this your official permission slip:
✨ Cut the paper.
✨ Use the ephemera.
✨ Stop saving supplies for "someday."
✨ Make the card.
Because crafting supplies were made to bring joy, not collect dust.
And if anyone questions your creative decisions, just channel Pissy Kitty and tell them to leave you alone.
Products Used
Scallops & Sentiment Dies
Ephemera from Simple Stories, 49th & Market & Creative Memories
Copic Markers
What supplies have you been saving for "the perfect project?" Pull them out, give them some love, and create something today. Your stash—and your crafty soul—will thank you.
Happy Crafting! 🩵☕🐱
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