I loved making this steampunk inspired birthday card! It combines Unity Stamp Company December Background of the Month with pattern paper to create a layered collage look. It is a different style for me but the pattern paper inspired me to combine all the things.

Assemble This! Videos are more detailed as we create this card together step-by-step. You’ll get all my tips and tricks to inspire your next card. Watch on YouTube. I’d love it if you’d subscribe to my channel! You’ll be the first to know when a new tutorial goes up too.

Featured Unity Supplies

Background of the Month – Current USC	Scallops & Arches Dies USC	Happy Hello Die Collection USC	Steampunk Fairyland USC	Mini Paper Clips USC | SB | AMZ

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Happy Birthday

This card is all about layering and combining elements for a steampunk collage look. I started by stamping the Faded Rose background stamp onto Steampunk Fairyland pattern paper, which added a beautiful texture and soft, faded vibe. Then, I fussy cut ephemera from the pattern paper {the clock, butterfly, and floral accents} and pieced them onto the background for added depth. A bold turquoise Happy Birthday sentiment on a die cut arch tag became the focal point, while ink-blended edges and gold embellishments tied everything together. I absolutely love how the pattern paper and stamping work together to create a cohesive, vintage look.

Creative Tips & Techniques

• Stamping on Pattern Paper: Pick a paper with light or faded designs so your stamp details shine through.
• Create Your Own Ephemera: Look for interesting designs on pattern paper, like florals or clocks, to fussy cut and use as embellishments.
• Ink Blending: Add soft ink to the edges of die cuts or backgrounds for an aged effect.
• Die Cutting: Use rectangle and arch tag dies to create frames and focal points that tie the design together.
• Tying It Together: Finish your card with a loopy bow, metallic embellishments, or distressed edges for added texture. Check out the video for instructions on how to tie a loopy bow.

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Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.

Supplies

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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.

Background of the Month – Current USC	Scallops & Arches Dies USC	Happy Hello Die Collection USC	Steampunk Fairyland USC	Blue Solid Core JO
Neenah Desert Storm 80lb AMZ	Vintage Photo SB	2018 Ink Cube Set SB | OTH	Matte Gold Pearls AMZ	Mini Paper Clips USC | SB | AMZ
Ivory Burlap String AMZ

Most Used Tools

MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	White Glass Mat SB | OTH | AMZ	Foam Roll Combo Pack SB
Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB	Stamping Tool SB	Grip Mat 6×6 SB	Media Mat Mini SB | SSS	Mini Stencil Mat** SB
Multi-Use Mat SB	Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS	Reverse Tweezers SB	Glossy Accents SB	Glue Bottle SB
Connect Glue SB	Blending Brushes AMZ	Mini Blending Brushes AMZ	Finger Blending Brushes AMZ	Jewel Picker AMZ
Rhinestone Pencil AMZ	Post It Note Tape AMZ	ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ	Big Shot SB	Mini Trimmer SB
White Pen AMZ	White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH	Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ	T rulers AMZ	1.5″ block SB | OTH