Die Cut Layering Tips & Techniques

[@animefreakXDdoe]

I am falling deeper and deeper into crafting.... I bought so much 😫😫😫 First stationery, then penpalling/journaling, and now crafting. I love anything to do with creativity

[@Momof31996]

I know this is an older video, but I just started watching your videos. Cathy Z. always talks about you and what a great card maker you are. I really enjoyed this video. Somewhat of a new card maker maybe a yr. and a half, since the pandemic started. I learned so much in just this one video. I'm going to try that double adhesive tip and make some stickers.

[@jennifermcguireink]

Welcome to my channel! I love that you're here. I love Cathy Z too! :)

[@MimiLisa1961]

Jennifer McGuire Ink -I am new to card making after buying an Anna Griffin Christmas card kit last year...I was hooked! My husband and I are both on disability so money is a big factor in my choice of products to invest in, because it IS an investment. That being said I want to thank you for your time and the effort you put into your videos. I have been binge-watching your videos this morning and am a new subscriber to your channel. You are easy to follow and no music blaring over your explanations is something I appreciate. The idea of buying a large quality marker set and coloring the components of an embellishment is a winner!! Not having to buy multiple sheets of cardstock is a cost savings I can get behind and adds another layer of “handmade” to what is essentially a gift for the person you are making the card for. Thank you again for helping those of us on a budget learn ways to save money where we can!

[@zummatwo]

Wow.. what great new dies from Altenew. I love all the cards you made with the new products. Outstanding.

[@pfengwa44]

Thank you, Jennifer, for showing us multiple ways to use the same products, so that if we can make the investment, it's not a one pony show! I live on disability and have severe health problems which limit many activities for me, but I love card making. For the last few years, I included in my budget $20.00 a month to get one new craft item or several smaller items. I can no longer do that because of increasing medical expenditures and other market increases. So, I have what I have and make do with it. Thank you for continuing to inspire even though I cannot purchase all these new and wonderful products. Your videos are still meaningful and inspirational to me.

[@lorena617]

Altenew is the king of flowers stamp and dies wow gorgeous dies 😍

[@ceciliagonzales534]

I have found that running the xyron sheet through my big shot with the tan embossing mat transfers all the adhesive in one step. I wanted to thank you for your kindness and talent. I have PTSD, so I rarely leave the house or talk to anyone. Your videos make you feel like a friend! And I love working on projects using your techniques with my stash.

[@paulafuller1002]

Wow! You make me look at layering dies in a whole new light. They didn't have the same impact until I saw this video. These are really beautiful cards. I have some layering die flowers that I am going to "dig out and dust off" and give this a try. Thanks, Jennifer.

[@vikibanaszak4881]

These are so pretty! I even like the Tulips and I usually don't like tulips all that much. Of course my all time favorite is the Peony. who doesn't love a big bold fluffy flower. Those inks look very crisp and clear, not that I need more inks. LOL

[@penelope-oe2vr]

I don't even do this, but the card in the photo was so absolutely stunning, I'm watching and subbing! Based on your talents alone! I was a printer and sign artist for many years. I took printing in votech in high school and it was my trade, so I do have an amazing appreciation for papers. Your work is stunnerrrrificccccccc

[@bevpallenbelbin7100]

These cards are beautiful but when you added to the flowers to make them glossy...the one on the right is stunning. This is a must try. Another great video. Thank you Jennifer you always inspire. Have a great day.

[@voguevania]

My mind has been blown. I don't have a die cutter like the ones you use, but I am going to attempt to mimic a simpler technique or two with my Cricut. Thank you.

[@beckykent6674]

Jennifer how do you know soooo many different techniques? You are truly amazing and I get so excited at work when I get a notification that you've done a new video! I can't wait to get home so I can watch it! You are truly talented and I don't know what we would all do if you didn't do these videos for us! Please keep doing them as you never run out of great ideas! The companies whose products you use should be very grateful to you!

[@cherrieullom9005]

New to cardcrafting. So enjoy your videos - concise, easy to follow and understand. Thank you

[@verblu8507]

Just beautiful...especially the "HUGS" card! BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@laurilenhardt2188]

Wow, how times and techniques have changed. I just found this older video and am getting a kick out of how you stamped the large background stamp onto your note card.

[@handmadebymirella]

These are awesome, I especially love the die cuts covered in clear embossing powder - wow, I love that end result! I will need to remember that trick! The third card with the big bold "hugs" is also stunning - thanks so much for sharing!

[@jennacasserly921]

I love how Real you are. Thank you for being like all us other mommies and saying stinky by accident im glad im not the only one that has done it. you are amazing girl!

[@JazzyH02]

Beautiful cards! I love the cards. The white background makes the flowers pop.

[@gingmcd]

all these beautiful flower cards are a perfect to help pass the long days of winter - you are an inspiration !!!

[@KiwiJane1]

With each card I say “this is my favourtite” and by the end I realized they’re all my favourite but the HUGS one has to be my main fave, lol. So beautiful and girly but not too cutesy. I have to get some of those large letter dies asap!! Btw, I recently saw a video that you did which shows creative ways to use the large letter dies (since they’re a bit of an investment). I really appreciate you showing how us additional ways to use them! :-)

[@christymalone5191]

These dies are wonderful and your cards are gorgeous! You are an amazing teacher and so creative and talented. I love your videos. I get so many ideas from watching you and I've tried so many of your techniques. I truly appreciate you and what you do! I am going to try the clear embossing over the die cuts soon. That one took my breath away! Thank you again!!

[@deborahreeder2901]

Altenew is quite innovative, and you are so clever and talented to find fun ways to take advantage of their products.

[@ironbarklyn]

Hi Jennifer, thanks for such an instructional group of projects in one video - I really like your straightforward and clear & concise instructions. Well done and thanks.

[@kathyferguson7302]

Your card examples are so elegant it hard to pick just one. Love all the techniques you share with your viewers. We learn so much from you. Wish I had enough money to buy the whole release but I just have to pick a few.

[@melaniebevans3036]

I find myself watching your videos and not doing much else. The videos are great and your cards are beautiful.

[@leishafahey41]

Absolutely stunning Jennifer. Love the idea of the new layered die flowers, great job Altenew.

[@sabelljones]

Thank you for all your fantastic videos! I have learned a lot from you even though I’ve been paper crafting for over 15 years!

[@katherinehaught7950]

That hugs card, with all the flowers flowing in & out is my favorite technique. I’m definitely going to try that. So sweet & unique. 🥰🤗👍❤️❤️❤️

[@ireneamruthkumar340]

Absolutely stunning creations. Thank you Jennifer for sharing your talent with all of us.

[@jintyoo7]

Hello Jennifer, I know I am at risk of repeating myself, but it has to be said - you are a genius. So many LOVELY ideas, and all your tips and suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thank you :-) Oh, and by the way all three cards are stunning!!!

[@ozjanes]

You have a brilliant curious and inventive mind that so brilliantly showcases a variety of products. Great work

[@stefaniestaniak4329]

These cards are GORGEOUS! I could never pick my favorite because they all are. Just a few more things to add to my wish list. TFS.

[@pattiepan]

very handsome cards Jennifer and thank you for all the information on how to do them....thanks a bunch.........pat

[@carolescalligraphyandcards333]

I can see the engineer in you; you like to "build" or construct things in different ways with your crafting tools. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

[@MelissaKuzma]

That HUGS card is absolutely beautiful!

[@judykay8120]

Jennifer, your videos are SO informative and easy to follow. Makes me want to lock myself in my craft room and CREATE! Thank you.

[@minikraut]

Wow! Somehow, I never thought of using cutting dies as if I was doing marquetry or inlaying ... Your last card finally made me aware of the possibilities ... Thanks!

[@susangreen9308]

Love the clear embossing over the flower....wow!

[@fa0107chow]

The last idea is AWWWWSOME! This video also reminds me I can always color on white card stock!! We don't have that many options here in Hong Kong..

[@bevpage5441]

Hi again Jennifer. You always inspire us with your brilliant ideas and you help us out so much with all the extra hints you give us. Thanks so much for all the time you take to do this for us. The results are always so spectacular. Your family and friends are so lucky to be the recipients of such amazing creations. Love your work.

[@cj_1967]

Love watching Experts at Work!!!!! Your Cards are Stunning with extraordinary quality! Totally inspired..Thanking you>

[@j9cardstock354]

These cards are spectacular! These new products are so innovative. Something to go on my wish list.

[@levanhunts]

Jennifer...absolutely beautiful cards! You have such a great talent for this! I love how colorful they turned out, and these new Altenew dies are just awesome! Thank you for sharing! 🙂

[@sunayanamiglani6729]

Amazing just amazing work ❤️❤️ love to see how you turn everything into beautiful cards ❤️❤️❤️❤️☃️☃️☃️

[@juliesteed3441]

Oh, man. Those cards are really spectacular. I especially love the HUGS one. Wow!

[@deborahmoore868]

Jennifer, thank you for this video. I loved the comparison of the embossed with the simply layered flower.

[@martharoberts2167]

These techniques are so cool! The diamond background is beautiful! And the Peony with the embossing powder is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing your creativity

[@NancyLynn]

So incredible Jennifer, both the cards and YOU! Thanks again!

[@staceylovespaper]

Love these cards!! They are gorgeous. That Altenew background die that also offers flower stacks is brilliant!!

[@Vgudorf]

Wow, Altenew really hit this release out of the park. I can already hear my wallet whimpering with fear! And Jennifer, you are the most skilled enabler on the web. Well done!

[@kristinakowalski6573]

Absolutely stunning cards and fantastic instruction! WOW!

[@heidiyamazaki1292]

WOW! One of my favorite videos, for sure. That HUGS card with the layered rose die cuts is my favorite! I should have watched this all the way through before finalizing my order with Altenew.... I’d have added a few more dies!

[@darterburn]

Thank you for your BEAUTIFUL and wonderful videos. You lay things out so well and the product links makes it easy to duplicate the gorgeous cards you make.

[@lindarauch3269]

Beautiful cards. Love the layering dies. Thanks for showing how to use them. When you figure the cost of stamps with matching dies they run about the same.

[@myrnadahl105]

These are some of your most beautiful cards, love your work. Thank you for sharing.

[@sallycain3716]

So clever to put flowers behind the die cut sentiment!

[@noneyabusiness1302]

They each leave me speechless. 💖

[@DianaHernandez-kn1ne]

Wow, love that notecard with the embossed flower,GORGEOUS!!! All great cards. tfs

[@dianec.2943]

Hi Jennifer, As usual YOU and your wonderful suggestions,etc., and card examples are WONDERFUL! I'm 72, and not too "swift" now a days, as they say, lol. You explain things so very well, that even a dummy like me can understand it. TYVM! Your easy, explicit instructions convince even an old timer like me, to try something new. Living just on SS, prohibits me from purchasing gifts, so I craft a card instead. I laugh at my idea of years ago that I would "save" so much $ making my own cards, lol! Yet, this hobby has kept me partially sane, and helps with my ongoing problem of depression and loneliness, PLUS those I send cards to seem to enjoy them! (Prozac doesn't cure everything, but crafting can sure takes ones mind off their worries, lol. A couple of questions please... 1. Couldn't a person on a limited budget, like me who can't afford the lovely ALTENEW flower die (collage-type set) use individual flower and leaf dies and arrange them in a pattern design for an a2 card front and achieve a similar card like the last card you showcased? Also, where you have such an accumulation of crafting items, could you please list the different brands of adhesive papers, indicating which brands are thin, and which ones are thicker? I believe that would be a big help. Also, I see an abundance of color guides, color combinations, color charts, etc. on Copic markers, but can't find anything on the "Noir" alcohol pens. I was able to purchase a used set of these and am disappointed that everything is geared to Copic info. IF SOMEHOW you POSTED a comparison color chart with both Copic colors with the Noir colors, it would help so many of us. I could refer to the "matching" colors so that I would know which Noir pen to use in lieu of the absence of Copic pens. #3. Can you tell us how you remember which word stamps/phrases you have, and what company makes it. Do you catalogue your word stamps/die sayings? Or do you, like me, have to look in every folder for them? I have all my UM (removed from wood) stamps sorted according to type, mounted on acryllic/acetate sheets in 3 ring binders. (The UM word stamps are grouped together, e.g. get Well, THANKYOU, etc. But, the problem is my acryllic sets, E.g. Lawn Fawn, etc., are stored intact in their original pkgs. what is your suggestion regarding the sayings,verses,etc. so that it's not such a hassle to remember exactly what you have? Sorry to be so long winded, and thank you again for being a wonderful , smiling, generous, gifted person who is willing to share their creative ideas, Sincerely, Diane @ [e-mail]

[@kiminalaska9363]

Diane C. Something I learned on utube is to stamp all my stamp sets on a piece of card stock and label the set. I took it a little further and am in the process of stamping all of my sentiments on a piece of card stock and label which set they are in. Put these in a sheet protector and put in a 3 ring binder. I also assigned a little code that helps me find them. For example I have some my monthly hero art kits and their designation is LMH1 this tells me that it is a large monthly hero arts kit the first one I bought. I have all the sizes split up,in alpha order and then by #. It takes a while to get it done but it is worth it. Sorry for such a long answer.

[@lorraineturner2817]

Diane, I have Spectrum Noir alcohol pens too. If you go onto the Spectrum Noir site they have a colour chart that you can print off and I find this very useful as the pens are all in colour families which blend together. Hope this is helpful. :O)

[@dianec.2943]

Iam Scrappy THANKYOU so very much for taking the time to send this helpful hint. Very kind of you!

[@dianec.2943]

Lorraine Turner Hi Lorraine, thank you for your guidance. Have you ever seen a color chart which compares the colors of the Spectrum pens to the colors of the Copic blenders? Also, do you use a blender pen with the Noirs? If so, what do you recommend? Thanks again. DIane

[@tobagosugar]

Gorgeous! Love the HUGS card very much. Thxs Jennifer.

[@TheJuleBoxStudios]

ok.....I'm almost speechless!! the hello and hugs cards (especially the hugs one) are "stinking" pun intended.....lol... 《CUTE》♥♥♥ Thank you for sharing your tips and techniques with us Jennifer!

[@PaperToPetals]

Wow this video was loaded with lots of great tips and products! I’ll have to watch this one several times! Thanks for sharing! Great ideas that I will use!

[@lorraineturner2817]

Jennifer thank you for all the time and effort you put in to get these video tutorials online for us crafters. Altenew has released a haul of new dies/stamps etc. as has a lot more companies at this time of time. Us International crafters do not find it easy to acquire stock from US companies as the shipping cost are outrageous! But even though we cannot get the items Jennifer is demonstrating it is the techniques that is important and what we can do with the stash we have already. Jennifer please keep doing what you do, as a crafter I find this so necessary in my development. Thank you again. :O)

[@jennifermcguireink]

i wish there was a way i could help. trust me - the online stores and companies dont' want to charge you that much for shipping either ;(

[@lorraineturner2817]

I know thank you. :O)

[@kayfish1]

Lorraine Turner XX

[@angiebenz688]

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[@eh2179]

It’s not just the postage charges, but the import tax imposed on us in our own country. 😢

[@kiminalaska9363]

I just wanted to say that I liked the last card the best!

[@roxycocksey]

Wow these are great!! I don’t have a lot of these supplies, but I was looking for an excuse to make another scrapbook supplies purchase ha! You’re so creative and inspiring!

[@katherynbeaver4607]

Wow! Loved all these ideas, especially the HUGS card.

[@s_rofbear]

Oh my goodness, that Spring Shower die!! That’s going on my birthday wishlist RIGHT NOW! (My birthday isn’t until July, haha 😅 But I know I won’t love it any less in 6 months time!)

[@annihilator45]

I must get the layering dies, so fabulous! You've made such wonderful cards.Thanks for sharing this video 👏👏👏☺💖.

[@nancyb.4381]

Love your creativity love all the cards, dies and stamps

[@izzakaicardscreations8385]

I am obsessed with die cutting, and I love, love loved this. Thank you so much for the great ideas!

[@helenebourque3900]

Wow! You inspire me so much! Those cards are spectacular, but you explain and show in such clear terms that it seems so easy. If I can repeat something close to yours, my friends and family would not believe that I made those. Now I have to try these, 😏 and I just can’t wait. Thanks again for sharing your talent, you’re awesome!

[@bettyhall9777]

Beautiful cards, love the different ways you use these products , genius. Very creative

[@Judy9248]

LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL OF THE CARDS. GREAT IDEAS. THANK YOU. GREAT JOB.

[@jefden1]

What a wonderful card!!! I will try to make it my self. Greets from the Netherlands

[@holaphoebe]

these are super stunning!! maybe some of my favorite cards of yours of all time!

[@charlenebyington7405]

Loved the 2nd to the last card best. . It was awesome. Thanks for sharing. . You are so great.

[@jackieprice7800]

Beautiful cards and so many great ideas for using supplies we may already have. Thank you!

[@suetownsend1932]

Thank you so much for lots and lots of useful techniques. Cards are beautiful.

[@lindahutchings5394]

What a fantastic method of making layered cards! Thank you for sharing, you are so creative.

[@ArtsyLadyCrafter]

Perfect voice pitch, speaking speed, a pleasure to listen to, as if you were speaking along with my brain. Your words and sentences perfectly matched what you were doing along the way. Was easy to follow you and understand. Did you practice this routine 10 times, or does it just come naturally to you in the first take? :) Whichever, your tutorial is delightful and inspiring. ♥♥♥

[@Snippets-of-Mendi]

Sooo amazing! I'm equally in love with all three of your cards. Such great ideas for different ways to color them and adhere them. :)

[@teresadoyle1396]

Fantastic ideas Jennifer and these dies are gorgeous (of course).

[@sharonschaefer5575]

Awesome cards and techniques. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day 😁

[@vickifinger8670]

The embossed flowers look like cloisonné - enamel ware. Fun fun technique!

[@jennifermcguireink]

that was what i was meaning to say - but couldn't find the words in my head. thanks!

[@lostinpaper]

Yet another amazing and informative video, I can't tell you how much I adore the HUGS card with the 3D flowers in the window, it's seriously genius! Thanks yet again for the inspriation!

[@suereed3847]

Thank you for some new ideas. Your cards are beautiful. Love the idea of coloring the die cuts. I am going to try watercolor for my flowers. Many thanks.

[@susanholloway7883]

I save the backing from my zyron too because you can use it with other sticky things. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@joanorr4001]

Super beautiful cards. I will have to make some, as well. Thanks for the great ideas.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Jennifer, that was awesome and thank you so much for taking the time to show us all those tips and ideas 💡. Thank you so much 😊

[@jolaughlin3187]

Beautifully done. As always. Thank you Jennifer!

[@dianemcdonald3900]

Incredible ideas!! I love these cards!

[@lolalarue704]

Jennifer, thank you for this great video. I always learn something new and fantastic from you.

[@barbaraharrold5361]

It’s great to see other ways of using dies:)

[@andreahastilow8581]

Great cards as always, I like the fact that you show as many variations as you can in your video's for us craft followers. Brilliant alphabet dies on this Altenew release, you'd be surprised how many alphabet dies or stamps don't contain all the letters, why is beyond me.As a few of the other crafter's have pointed out our international postage varies so much from companies in the USA, but I do have two online companies in England that do stock many, not all, of the American products with our normal postage costs, Diestodiefor and Seven hills, so maybe they could check those out before having to save the extra for international shipping. Hope that may be helpful, there might be many others I just don't knoiw them.

[@cardimpressionsthatimpress5665]

Oh my! One of my favorites from you! Thanks for all of the work! I had one short suggestion. On the third from the last I think you I'd the flower that looked like porcelain. I was thinking that it may also work to cover each section of the flowers with the porcelain layers first and then make the flower and it may look more separate , you could do so and then maybe the top layer could be the same coating to help hold it together. The only problem with that is that I do not know what glue would hold them together. Just a thought for a different idea. Tfs!

[@BeccyHoliday]

Wow. Loved this. Now just to track down those dies in the UK.

[@cherylhagen2060]

Wow i learn sooo much from you and such lovely creativity you have!

[@bextra1968]

Hi! You have amazing talent! Thank you very much for sharing all of your inspiration with us. I appreciate it!

[@wandaradler6718]

These are amazing and beautiful cards as always. Thanks for the great ideas!!