Using Negative Space for a Positive Effect!

Looking for ways to use the scraps from card stock that you have die cut or punched from? Well, look no further! I will show you many ways to use those pieces and not waste any “scraps.” You will see some fall and winter cards here, but this technique can work for many occasions.
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[@dcn9550]

Thank you for reminding us to cut useful pieces out of mat layers to conserve paper stock! 😊

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! Who doesn't like to get the most out of their products? :-)

[@barbaraarmstrong4295]

I love how you shared your thought process in the designing! Lots of good concepts. Appreciated!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

And I appreciate your comment, Barbara! I'm ad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

[@patriciapehler9461]

I love your style and every one of the cards. They are elegant and beautiful with minimal fuss.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Patricia! I'm happy you enjoy these. Thank you so much for your compliment.🥰

[@ru4repeattoo]

Your efficient use of cardstock and paper (cutting out dies or punches from the bottom layer) is brilliant!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you. 😊

[@joannclupper7902]

Thank you for sharing all the hints and tips and tricks.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Hi JC! I'm glad I can be helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@bernadettekolar3019]

These projects are amazing! It is not the same old designs that everyone else is doing. Great ideas in how to get the most out of stamps and papers. Thank you so much for your work and for sharing it. ❤️

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much for your compliments! I am happy you like them.

[@martamccool2740]

Love all your ideas, very useful.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@peggydid]

I love the trees, especially! Thank you for this stunning idea!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks! I am very fond of the trees too! Thanks for watching and for your comment.❤

[@judyfritz3481]

I just love what you do! So creative. Love this technique.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much!

[@jillreece9729]

So great to see you walk through your decision process👌🏽

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks. I feel it sometimes can be helpful as we all go through the same struggles at times.

[@laurathistleton6964]

As usual, an easy to follow tutorial with beautiful results. Thanks Lorraine!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Laura! I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching and I hope you try these as well!🥰

[@sharonsegretto5617]

Both stunning and elegant; thank you Lorraine. Just lovely

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Sharon! I hope you are doing great things with your new products too!

[@jeannejwhitney1565]

Liked that you shared your choosing process.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you for the feedback. I know a lot of people struggle with that, so I like to share!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Wow, wow, wow Lorraine. These are all amazing. Thanks so much. 😊

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

So glad you like them! And thanks for watching!😊

[@deebugg6325]

Thank you for sharing! Love this technique! Can’t wait to give it a try!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! Have fun and let me know how you make out. Thanks for watching.

[@anneemmerich6745]

This video is now one of my favorites!! I absolutely love how you put all of these together. Your creativity is incredible. Will for sure come back to this one again. Thank you so much for sharing and definitely inspiring 😊

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Aw...thanks so much! Have funnwith it. 😊

[@joshow926]

Beautiful cards! ❤ I especially love the card with the leaf over the cut-out circle and the four cards with the tall trees. But all are great! Also a big fan of how you make the most of your materials and cut the middle out of the card that will be hidden to use elsewhere. 👍

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much again, Jo! So happy you like them, and appreciate the feedback as to your favorites. :-)

[@mackiemadepapercreations]

These are all gorgeous ! Can’t wait to try!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Mackie! Have fun with it and let me know how you make out.

[@judevivier153]

Fantastic, clean cards! Absolutely lovely!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Jude! 🥰

[@julialemay53]

Love all the cards. You explain everything so well👍🏻

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you a I'm glad you liked it.

[@carolshuttleworth2232]

Really beautiful cards and very elegant too.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, Carol!

[@yolandahuysamen14]

Thank you for sharing these beautiful cards Lorraine i cant wait to make some cards using this layout. Blessings

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

I am so glad you like them! Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@corneliadenk173]

I love these elegant cards. Thanks for showing🙏😍

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Glad you like them, thank you! Good luck with your own.

[@mstawksalot5141]

I could watch you all day! You are a fabulous teacher. Thank you.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Oh, thank you so much for the lovely compliments! I am grateful for the feedback. Let me know how some of your projects come out.

[@carolynvolk8962]

Lorrine, Thank You for showing this card, Made them, Had so much fun, My Friends like them too So Easy, So Fun

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! I'm glad I could inspire you and you had fun making them. I would love to see how they came out! You can try posting to my Facebook page facebook.com/stamplorraine or email me at [e-mail]. If you give me permission I can share them on FB or my blog. (No pressure! Just like for us all to share the fun and encourage/inspire each other!)

[@loriwikoff1410]

I like your use of background color and offsetting die cuts!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Lori! I appreciate your commemt.😊

[@joannedonovan9489]

Beautiful cards! I love the blue Christmas Tree card & the gold one!! I'll have to try this with things I've cut out!! Very cool!!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Joanne! Those are some of my favorites as well. So glad you will try some.

[@marciabergman3447]

Loved every single design!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Marcia! I'm so glad you like them them.

[@darschoenrock4057]

Absolutely beautiful cards. Thank you for sharing!💞

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, Dar!😊

[@paulinew5089]

LOVE these! Thank you, Lorraine.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Pauline! Glad you like them and hope you will try some!

[@bettyehayden2392]

I love all your cards today.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks again!

[@laurelirving625]

Thanks so much Lorraine for this tutorial!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Laurel! I appreciate your watching and comment. 😊

[@beverlypope7179]

I finished watching all your cards and really like your creations! I will be making a few of them hopefully, if not all of them! I like your creativeness!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Wow! Thank you, Beverly. Stay in touch and let me know how you make out!

[@Honeybee1975..]

Beautiful, adorable and elegant! Love these! Thanks for the video!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Debra. I'm so glad you like them and took the time to comment. 😊

[@susanzapletal5299]

Stunning work, and exceptional tips. Thank you for these terrific ideas!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, Susan! You are so kind. I hope you away tuned.😊

[@Vanessaforever]

So simple but they turned out great! Thank you so much for sharing the technique :)

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you like them and hope you try some yourself.

[@hildaburton9255]

All of these cards are so pretty. I have the die sets you used and can't wait to make some of these fall and Christmas cards. Thanks for a great video!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you! I'm glad you will give them a go.

[@waffle4823]

Excellent video. I already have a plan for using the technique! Thanks

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Glad it was helpful, and please share what you do! I love to see other people's versions. Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@stacieboo2]

Hi there this was the first video that came up on my KZbin channel, al I want to say is wow wow wow, I absolutely love the way that u use the products to there full advantage it's amazing, I would have never of thought of die cutting something out of the middle of the back panel before u put on the top piece, u have so many ways of making the good out of everything that u use, I have subscribed to ur channel and I have rang that bell, I never want to miss any more of ur talante, I live in Scotland in the UK, in the city of Glasgow I love crafting so much I have been ill with my mental state of mind and while in hospital they used crafting as therapy and I have never stopped and that was 18 years ago, love to find someone new to learn new things or pick up something new xx

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Oh! Thank you so much, Stacie! I am so happy you are enjoying the videos and mostly I am happy that you are enjoying your crafting. Yes, it is good therapy on many levels. Thanks for watching and for your glowing compliments.😊

[@cheri6905]

Really beautiful cards, & a wonderful assortment!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much!

[@carloshaun7297]

Love all these cards, Lorraine! And I have been trying to remember to use your tip about punching or die-cutting shapes out of layers of cards that will be covered by other layers. Saves paper, gives me extra shapes for future cards, and could save on postage, on cards with numerous layers. Thank you! I just watched this video again, for a refresher!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Carlos! So glad you found it helpful. I look forward to when we can stamp and chat again!

[@fernzazzetta4651]

Love these ideas Lorraine, thank you for sharing 👍🏻💕🐨🌺

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Fern! And thanks for watching and for your comment. 😊

[@maryh6190]

Really liked this video. So pretty. I'm in the process of building all the Birthday cards for the year. This is going to be a lot of fun! Thanks for the great ideas!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You're welcome! So glad you enjoyed it. Thank for your comment.

[@sherylefagan5132]

Absolutely beautiful, cannot pick a favorite they are all so lovely good job

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, Sheryl!🙂 Hope you try this technique sometime.

[@robinstier8220]

Beautiful , love the techniques!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Robin! I hope you try it sometime.

[@lorimantovi6932]

Lovely cards, Lorraine. Love your clean and simple style!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Lori! 😊

[@sheilaisom194]

Just found your channel yesterday, love your techniques and colors. You make it look so simple. Looking forward to designing my own. Thanks so much!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks Sheila! I'm sure you'll do great!

[@terrytyson7489]

Love the simplicity!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Terry. Sometimes less is more, they say!

[@robertabrady8127]

Such great ideas. I can’t wait to try this.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you. Have fun!

[@tonichowdhury-successcoach]

As a beginner card maker, it was so helpful to have you walk me through your design process. And such beautiful creations! Thanks so much for sharing your exquisite art with the world. ❤

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome, Toni! I am so glad you found it helpful, and I hope you stay in touch for more helpful hints. You can also subscribe to my newsletters at StampWithLorraine.com and receive a free tutorial!

[@tonichowdhury-successcoach]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 I just did! Can’t wait to dig in. Thanks, Lorraine.

[@juliastanz4831]

Lorraine, I enjoy your tutorials very much and I learn new ideas every time I watch them. Thank you !

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Hi Julia. I'm so glad! Thank you for watching and for your kind comment.

[@wendywilson1736]

I've made gift tags for a swap with DSP behind the negative. Simple but gives a neat look. ☺️ Love them all, but especially the cards with the trees.😊

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Wendy. They are some of my favorites as well. Yes, I can see this technique being nice on tags, too.

[@ritafadams]

Great video! Beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing your creativity !

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, Rita. I'm glad you like them.

[@martamccool2740]

I love the idea of e inner part of the under frame. We do not waste the beautiful paper

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

I agree!😄

[@melindacruz6184]

Love love!! Can't wait to try it

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Melinda... it will work with the pumpkins too!

[@dianespaulding7416]

These are absolutely gorgeous! Thank you SOOO much!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you like them. Good luck making your own!

[@beverlypope7179]

I also just found your channel (thank KZbin suggestions) and am enjoying your demos very much! I have never seen this card before and I love it! 💞 Just watching your first card so far! I liked it even more before you put the leaves back on!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks for your comment! Glad you are enjoying.

[@jackiebach61]

Such a beautiful selection of cards, great demo x

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Jackie!😊

[@peggyr7799]

Wow - beautiful !!! 👵🏻🎨❤️🤗👍🍃

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much , Peggy!😊

[@ritabrandow1318]

What beautiful cards and thank you for the Great Tips

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You're welcome, and thank YOU for watching and your comment! 😊

[@garnetwithers7262]

Thank you Lorraine, these cards are lovely x

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

So glad so like them, Garnet. Thank you!

[@jwalker7890]

They're all awesome!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much!

[@janetmuir6011]

Wonderful video of cards and i thank you so much for sharing your talent with us all.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you for watching and for your lovely comment. It's my pleasure!

[@blackitten2]

Gorgeous cards!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

So glad you like them! Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@lindamoore9729]

WOW!!!!! So many beautiful ideas!!!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Linda! 😊 I'm so glad you like them.

[@lindamoore9729]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 I'm a Canadian 'discount shopper/demonstrator' and I just love getting new ideas. I think I've watched this video twice, once months ago and then last night. Today I'll try making a few cards using your ideas. Thank you!!

[@carolpeterhans1560]

Beautiful, clever ideas!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Carol!

[@karenharris4599]

Awesome cards! Thanks for sharing!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Karen! Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@katiewiserkrizek8055]

I just found your KZbin channel. These are so elegant and clean and simple. Right up my alley! I think I will be watching lots of your videos. :-)

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Oh, thank you so much! I'm glad you like them and look forward to staying in touch!

[@maggiecooper7442]

what wonderful ideas, thank you

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you! I appreciate your comment.😊

[@juliehendershott2303]

Your cards are very pretty. Thank you for sharing.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Julie, and thanks for taking time to comment!

[@Tracyleslie1]

Absolutely love❤this tutorial brilliant way to save paper as I'm always trying. Thank you and the cards were beautiful great talent😊

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much 😊. It makes me happy that you enjoy them. I hope you try some... it's fun!

[@heikesantiago6607]

Great ideas! Thanks for sharing.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much, and thanks for visiting my channel! Come back again.

[@estherelliott412]

Love these ideas!! Ty so much!!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Esther!

[@irissantos6228]

You are so amazing...I love all your videos...very creative

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Aw... thanks. You are so kind. Thanks for watching and for your lovely compliment. Glad you like it.

[@vayes7958]

Excellent cards and ideas👍

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@sylviahoward6186]

Wow, these are beautiful!! Thank you!! 😍

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Sylvia. I hope you try some.

[@coolstamper]

Beautiful cards!!! 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Cindy!😊

[@peggyrasmussen4306]

Love you cards. Thank you for sharing ❤️.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Peggy! I'm flattered. 😊

[@sandykarlovich5844]

What a great tutorial , I learned so much!!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

I'm so glad, Sandy. Thank you.

[@gayleenalderton8953]

Gorgeous cards

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks so much! So glad you like them.

[@Franclin58]

Thanks for the great ideas.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching. 😊

[@laurievanduyne1358]

Gorgeous cards! I love your designs! ❤

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Laurie! Thanks for watching.😊

[@valeriematthews3245]

Loving your cards and ideas!! Just found you today. As I' m recovering from foot surgery, I've been binge watching your videos and antsy to be back up on my feet so I can try them. Thanks for sharing!!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Aw... you flatter me! I'm so happy you are enjoying the videos as you recuperate from your surgery. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@AnnetteQuirionDuBois-jx1mr]

Love this card thanks great job

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you! Hope you try some.

[@ritamontgomery6008]

Holy Smokes. What a great video with so many ideas to use. Thanks so much. take care ~~rita

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

So glad you liked it Rita! (That was my mother-in-law's name too!) Thanks for watching and for your comment.

[@XenobiaF]

The cards are lovely, such an interesting technique! The large leaf looks more like a chestnut rather than a maple.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Xenobia. And you are correct, it does look more like a chestnut leaf. Thanks for pointing that out.😊

[@XenobiaF]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 When you referred to it as a maple, I knew that wasn’t right since I’m surrounded by maple trees. I didn’t know what it was more likely to be, so I searched. So now we both know. I love being able to search for information so easily. I’ve also been busy thinking about ways I can use your ideas. I really enjoyed seeing your beautiful cards.

[@valgrant3303]

Great ideas. Thank you

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks, Val! Hope you try some.

[@kathleens1156]

Came across you for first time today. LOVE the aesthetic style so much that I had to subscribe! :)

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so very much! I appreciate your comment and glad you enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy my other videos and also find them helpful. Stay in touch!

[@angelicawilliams5288]

Beautiful beautiful gorgeous thanks for sharing

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much!🥰

[@MoniqueAO888]

This technique is fantstic and the cards are so beautiful !!! What I also really like is, that when you layer several pieces of paper, you just use a frame of the paper for the lower levels. That saves a lot of these expensive desiner-papers. Each time when I watch card-making, I feel sad for all the wasted, not noticeable beautiful paper which lays underneath. Hello from Germany :-)

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Hello back to Germany! I am actually eating at a German restaurant tomorrow! I don't eat meat, which is sad at a German restaurant (but my. hubby does), but there are some good veggie and seafood options.... and, of course, beer! I am so pleased that you like the cards. Yes, I feel terrible when beautiful paper is wasted too. Thanks for watching and for your comment!

[@MoniqueAO888]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 Guten Appetit :-)

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

@@MoniqueAO888 thank you! I had seafood mac and cheese. Not German, but a decent meal. I had a Dunkel beer that was delicious!

[@lindanielsenthecraftyshesh7053]

Awsome video! Thank you!

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank YOU, Linda! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@bettyjamieson1039]

Your cards are beautifully made ❤❤

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so much, Betty. I appreciate your kind comment. Thanks for watching.

[@tami1796]

Thank you for sharing your videos

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thanks again, Tami! 😊

[@aussienurseusa]

Absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for some wonderful ideas.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you, Helen. 😊 I'm glad you like these.

[@aussienurseusa]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 you're so welcome. I came across your channel recently and subscribed. I just love what you share and how you share it.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

@@aussienurseusa thank you!❤️

[@kathleenpeel-is4rj]

Just lovely thank you

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you!😊

[@kristinekerr3688]

Great cards! And you’ve given me a great idea for my Xmas cards too! Thx 👍

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you are inspired. Thanks for watching and for your comment. Let me know how it goes.😁

[@elizabethnetzer5633]

Hi Lorraine Thank you for sharing your amazing creative talent.Just found you today Iove your cards. Blessings and Hugs from Canada! I can't pick a favorite because they are all so awesome.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so very much, Elizabeth! So nice of you to take time to comment. I hope you keep enjoying the many videos I have posted and continue to post. Stay tuned!🥰

[@antoinetteromanelli7521]

Beautiful ❤

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you! 😊 Hope you try some.

[@timshuman5464]

i just found your channel. I so enjoy your creativity with SU products and your presentation style. I look forward to watching future videos. - jo shu

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Oh thank you, Jo! I am thrilled you found me and like what you've seen so far. I hope you enjoy my other videos as well... I have many! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@roxaneemerson4286]

I love your cards ❣ I enjoyed your video and how you save paper and use it . Thank you and have a wonderful day.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

Thank you so very much, Roxane! I don't like to waste anything! 😁

[@roxaneemerson4286]

@@stampwithlorraine5074 I don't like to waste any thing either. I guess I'm a scrooge Haha. Have a wonderful week.

[@stampwithlorraine5074]

@@roxaneemerson4286 not a scrooge! Just smart and frugal!😁😊