Card Making with Scrapbook Kit Supplies: A Complete Guide

If you're already a scrapbooker, you have an incredible card-making supply stash without even knowing it. Scrapbook kit supplies -- patterned papers, cardstock, stamps, metal dies, and embellishments -- are perfect for creating handmade cards. And if you're a card maker looking for quality supplies, monthly scrapbook kits are a goldmine.

This guide shows you how to turn your kit supplies into beautiful cards for every occasion. For an overview of all available kits, see our complete guide to scrapbooking kits.

Why Scrapbook Kit Supplies Work for Cards

Quality card making kits share the same supplies as scrapbook kits: premium papers, coordinating colors, and beautiful embellishments. Here's why scrapbook kits double as card making supplies:

• Coordinated papers -- Every patterned paper in your kit works with every other paper. Mix and layer without worrying about clashing colors.
• Cardstock variety -- The Cardstock Kit provides card bases and matting paper in coordinating colors.
• Embellishments -- Enamel dots, sequins, small die cuts, and stickers from your Embellishment Kit add finishing touches to cards.
• Stamps and dies -- Monthly stamps and metal dies are designed for both scrapbooking and card making.

Basic Card Making with Kit Supplies

Here's a simple process for creating a card from your monthly kit:

1. Cut your card base -- Score and fold a piece of cardstock to A2 size (4.25 x 5.5 inches when folded). White or cream works for most designs.
2. Add a patterned paper panel -- Cut a piece of patterned paper slightly smaller than the card front (4 x 5.25 inches) and adhere it to the base. This is your background.
3. Create a focal element -- Stamp a sentiment, die-cut a shape, or layer a smaller piece of contrasting paper. This is the centerpiece of your card.
4. Embellish -- Add 2-3 small accents: enamel dots, a small sticker, a strip of washi tape, or a sequin cluster.
5. Add a sentiment -- Stamp or add a sticker sentiment ("Happy Birthday," "Thank You," "Thinking of You").

Card Styles You Can Make from Kit Supplies

• Layered paper cards -- Stack 2-3 layers of coordinating papers for a dimensional look. Tear one edge for texture.
• Die-cut focal cards -- Use your metal dies or digital cut files to create a bold centerpiece shape.
• Stamped sentiment cards -- Let a beautifully stamped phrase take center stage on a clean, simple design.
• Shaker cards -- Use foam adhesive to create a pocket, add sequins from your embellishment kit, and top with acetate or vellum.
• Watercolor cards -- Use supplies from your Color Kit to paint a watercolor wash, then add a stamped sentiment.
• Pocket cards -- Use journaling cards from your pocket life Kit as quick card inserts or gift tags.

Tips for Card Makers Using Scrapbook Kits

• Batch your cards -- When you open a new kit, make 4-6 cards at once while the supplies are out. You'll have cards ready for any occasion.
• Save scraps -- Paper scraps from scrapbook layouts are perfect for card-sized projects. Nothing goes to waste.
• Mix months -- Combine supplies from different months for unique color combinations.
• Keep sentiments neutral -- Stamp generic sentiments so cards work for multiple occasions.