If you’re looking for the perfect mix of sass and sweetness for Valentine’s Day, today’s card is it! Featuring the newest addition to Unity Stamp Company’s Pissy Kitty line, this feisty feline knows how to deliver love with a dose of attitude. I’ve paired it with layers of adorable pattern paper, a bit of Copic coloring, and my favorite red, kraft, and teal color combo. Plus, I’ve got a quick JAM SESH video to show you how it all came together!

Just A Minute {JAM} Session Videos are short videos with simple ideas or techniques to help spark your creativity. These quick ideas do not require much explanation, but seeing them in action can be the perfect inspiration you need for your next project. Watch it on YouTube.

Featured Unity Supplies

Reluctant Love Pissy Kitty USC	Dashes and Frills Hearts Dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Scallops & Rectangles dies USC	Love-Struck {paper} USC

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Snarky Love Layers

This Valentine’s card is the perfect way to let someone know you care, without getting too mushy. It features this aloof-looking kitty, colored with Copics to bring out its bold personality. Layers of heart filled pattern paper in shades of red, kraft, and teal create the perfect backdrop. A stitched die-cut heart adds extra charm, while the cheeky sentiment ties it all together with a bit of snarky humor.

Copic Colors

• Cat: N1, N3, N4, W1, W3, 100
• Heart: R21, R27

Creative Tips & Techniques:

• Dimension Control: Keep most layers flat and selectively pop up focal elements to maintain a mail-friendly profile.
• Layering Made Easy: Use die cuts to create precise, even layers. Mix patterns in complementary colors for a cohesive look.
• Ink Blending: Add subtle ink blending along the edges all the elements for dimension and cohesive color feel.
• Copic Coloring Depth: Use a flicking motion to give the fur a realistic and fluffy texture.
• Pattern Paper Pairing: Combine small scale patterns for balance and avoid overpowering the design.
• Versatile Sentiments: This snarky stamp set is perfect year-round, not just for Valentine’s Day. Use it to send a smile to someone who’s sick, having a rough day, or just needs a little humor to brighten their mood. Because you care, but not enough to say it twice!

I hope this sassy card inspires you to create playful designs that bring a smile to someone’s face. Whether you’re crafting for Valentine’s Day or just sending a little humor to brighten someone’s day, these layers and techniques are sure to become a favorite. Happy crafting, and I can’t wait to see what you create!

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.

Other: stitched heart dies (discontinued)

Reluctant Love Pissy Kitty USC	Dashes and Frills Hearts Dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Scallops & Rectangles dies USC	Love-Struck {paper} USC
Hammermill Cardstock AMZ	Neenah Desert Storm 80lb AMZ	Tuxedo Black SBC | JO	Vintage Photo SBC	Neutral Ink Cube Set SBC | OTH
Tiny Attacher SBC | AMZ | SSS

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