Elegant Handmade Cards Made Easy: The Trick to Stunning Texture

Elegant handmade cards don’t have to be complicated or time-consuming to create! What if I told you that with just one simple tool and a few minutes, you could transform plain white cardstock into something that looks like it came from a fancy boutique?

These gorgeous cards began as basic scraps on my craft table, but watch as embossing folders, a Simply Scored Board, or a little rubbing alcohol work their magic to create sophisticated texture and visual interest. Initially, I used the Mini Corrugated Embossing Folder for this project, but unfortunately, it’s now sold out. Before you panic and abandon all hope of creating these beauties, let’s talk solutions, shall we? You can absolutely substitute any embossing folder you have on hand, OR – and hear me out – grab your Simply Scored Board and create those waves! Revolutionary concept, I know! There are numerous ways to achieve this stunning look, regardless of the supplies you have in your craft stash.

Elegant handmade cards can be easy to make and perfect as Birthday cards or Thank You cards.

Elegant Handmade Cards Made Easy | Video Tutorial

Grab a tasty beverage, your favorite embossing folder, and some scraps of white cardstock, and follow along with me to create a beautiful card. Stick around until the end of the video to catch my best tips and tricks.

Elegant handmade cards that feature an easy technique for adding texture, watch and see. — Have trouble viewing the video? CLICK HERE

⭐️ What’s your go-to technique for creating elegant handmade cards that look way more complicated than they actually are? I’d love to hear about your favorite shortcuts and creative solutions in the comments below!

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I love creating cards with white-on-white. It’s just so elegant! Of course, those 1″ x 5 ¼” strips can be made with any color of cardstock. Time to get those scraps out and put them to good use. Give these simple layouts a try!

An elegant handmade birthday card featuring the Stampin' Up! Charming Day bundle. — Charming Day Bundle – Stamp set and dies

This elegant handmade card shows how using white on white cardstock gives a sophisticated look — Charming Day Bundle – Stamp set and dies

Basic White:
- 8” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” (card base)
- 4 ½” x 4 ½” (stamped/die cut flowers/leaves)
- 5 ¼” x 1” (textured strip)
- 2 ¾” x ¾” (stamped greeting)
Pretty in Pink: 4 ¼” x 5 ½” (card layer)

Basic White:
- 8” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” (card base)
- 4 ¼” x 4 ¼” (die cut flowers/leaves)
- 1” x 5 ¼” (textured strip)
- 2” x 1 ½” (greeting layer)
- 1 ¾” x 1 ¼” (stamped greeting)
Petunia Pop: 4 ¼” x 5 ½” (card layer)

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