Easy Cardmaking Idea with New In Colors-Simple Layout You’ll Use Again & Again (Video)

The new colors are here… and I couldn’t wait to start creating with them.

But if you’re anything like me (or many of my customers), you might love the new colors…

and still find yourself wondering:

“I love them… but how do I use them?”

you’re not alone.

That’s exactly what today’s project is designed to solve.

WHY THIS PROJECT WORKS

Instead of trying to come up with a brand-new design for every card…

this project uses one simple layout that you can repeat again and again.

That means:

• less overthinking
• more finished cards
• better use of your supplies

Just a clean, elegant card you can recreate again and again.

PROJECT DESIGN BREAKDOWN

These cards all start with:

• A clean white card base
• A layered square panel for structure
• Soft color added to the background using blending on specialty paper

Then I added:

• A small ribbon + embellishment for a finished look
• A black & white focal image (fussy cut vases) for contrast
• A simple sentiment in black

DON’T FORGET THE INSIDE

I kept the inside simple by adding:

• A small strip of coordinating paper
• A clean white writing space
• Just enough detail to tie everything together.

WHY THIS COLOR STRATEGY WORKS

If you’re unsure how to use new colors, this is one of the easiest approaches:

• keep your base neutral
• let the color shine in the background
• use black & white for contrast

This keeps your cards looking polished without needing to figure out complicated color combinations.

CREATE MULTIPLE CARDS WITH ONE IDEA

One of my favorite parts of this project?

Every card you see here uses the same layout.

The only thing that changed:

• the color
• the paper
• the small details

And yet… each one feels completely different.

THIS IS HOW YOU GET MORE FROM YOUR SUPPLIES

Instead of using a piece of paper once and moving on…

this method helps you:

• use more of your DSP
• create multiple cards quickly
• build confidence in your designs

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Thick Basic White CS
• 3″ x 3″ Specialty Paper
• 3-3/8″ x 3-3/8″ DSP
• 2″ x 1/2″ Specialty Paper
• 2″ x 3/4″ DSP
• 3-3/8″ x 4-5/8″ Basic White CS
• Scrap DSP
• Approx. 3-1/2″ Ribbon

I have created a printable recipe with the complete supply list and cut dimensions for you. Simply click the button below to access the printable file.

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial to see the card come together step by step. Watch the video replay below and be sure to leave me a comment.

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Wasn’t that super easy?

Did this layout spark any ideas for your next card? Do you prefer simple designs—or ones with more layers and detail? I’d love to hear what you’re working on.

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