Add Dimension with Partial Die Cutting! {video}

Hello there! I have a lovely layered card to share that plays with partial die cutting, one big bold butterfly, and the soft beauty of pattern paper. This one is all about adding just a few thoughtful details to make your elements pop without overcomplicating 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 here or 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.

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Featured Unity Supplies

Seraphim Wings USC	Seraphim Wings Die USC	In My Thoughts, Girl USC	Country Lovin’ {paper} USC	Blossom Avenue USC

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You Are Wonderful

I had so much fun with this layout. That big beautiful butterfly really shines layered over the dreamy, vintage-inspired pattern paper. The colors are soft and textured, and the background does a lot of the work with minimal effort.

I used a die to only partially cut the bottom of the butterfly so it could lift slightly off the card. Then I added just a bit of ink smooshing for soft color variation and used a paper scrap at the top like faux washi tape with two little staples for texture.

Creative Tips & Techniques:

• Ink Smooshing for Color: Lightly dab Distress Ink with water over your image to create variation and softness.
• Scrap Paper as Faux Washi: Save those extra strips. A torn edge and a staple or two make them the perfect little accent.
• Try Fussy Cutting Instead: If you don’t have a die, just cut around the butterfly edge for a similar effect.

I hope these ideas spark your creativity and bring a smile to your face. Techniques like partial die cutting and layering scraps are such a fun way to stretch your supplies and get a unique look every time.

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.

Seraphim Wings USC	Seraphim Wings Die USC	In My Thoughts, Girl USC	Country Lovin’ {paper} USC	Blossom Avenue USC
Vintage Photo SBC	Worn Lipstick SBC	Evergreen Bough SBC	Pinecone SBC | AMZ	Tiny Attacher SBC | AMZ | SSS
Enamel Dots AMZ

Most Used Tools

1.5″ block SB | OTH	Big Shot SB	Black Stamping Tool SB	Blending Brushes AMZ	Blending Brushes Large AMZ
Blending Brushes Medium AMZ	Blending Brushes Mini AMZ	Blending Brushes Small AMZ	Connect Glue SB	Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS
Die Cut Envelope AMZ	Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB	Foam Roll Combo Pack SB	Grip Mat 4.75×6 AMZ	Grip Mat 6.5×8.5 AMZ
Grip Mat 6×6 AMZ	Media Mat Mini SB | SSS	Mini Blending Brushes AMZ	Mini Stencil Mat** SB	Mini Trimmer SB
MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI Corners SB | AMZ	Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive SB
Post It Note Tape AMZ	Reverse Tweezers SB	Sticky Mat SB	Triangle Trays AMZ	White Gel Pens SB | AMZ
White Glass Mat SB | OTH | AMZ	Adhesive Roll SBC