SPLIT PANEL LAYOUT FOR CARDS IN A HURRY

Hi Stampers!

Today I am sharing a very basic card layout. It is perfect for double sided patterned paper, or for larger scraps of patterned paper. It is the perfect layout for when you need a card in a hurry!  All it takes is an A-2 card base, a 5 1/4”x 4” piece of double sided patterned paper, or one piece of patterned paper that is 4” wide  x 3 1/4” tall and one that is 4” wide x 2”tall, an inside panel, and a greeting. Of course you can add other elements to the card, keep it simple or jazz it up! You can change it up by switching the position of the two pieces of patterned paper. The layout can be oriented as portrait or landscape. This  is why I like basic layouts -use the layout, then make it uniquely yours! Let’s take a peek at the sample cards:

PORTRAIT VERSIONS

LANDSCAPE VERSIONS

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SPLIT PANEL CARD LAYOUT FOR CARDS IN A HURRY

SPLIT PANEL CARD LAYOUT

This layout can be flipped. It can also be created in landscape orientation.

BASIC SUPPLIES

* Card Base -A-2 size; 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” scored and folded on 8 1/2” side at 4 1/4”

* Card Panel - Double sided patterned paper (be sure to like the designs on each side) cut at 5 1/4’” x 4” Cut it at 3 1/4” on the 5 1/4” side. Flip one of the pieces over. OR cut 1 piece of patterned paper at 3 1/4” x 4” and another coordinating piece at 2” x 4”

* Inside panel - white or light colored cardstock cut at either 5 1/4” x 4” or 5” x 3 3/4” 

* Optional - divider to cover seam - can be ribbon a 1/4” - 1/2” strip of cardstock or patterened paper, etc.

OTHER SUPPLIES

* Greeting, stamped or die cut images

* Other Cardstock

* Inks

* Embellishments

* Adhesives, Dimensionals

SAMPLE CARDS

UNCOVERED SEAM

For this card I flipped the layout. Next, I simply adhered the paper pieces to the cardbase, making sure to leave no space between the two pieces.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Sentiment - Mini Birthday (Scrapbook.com)

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up! ®️

USE 1/4” STRIP OF PATTERNED PAPER TO COVER SEAM

Once again, I flipped the layout and adhered the two pieces of patterned papers leaving no space between the two. I used a piece of coordinating patterned paper cut at 4” x 1/4”to cover the seem.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Stamps - Birthday Wishes (Waffle Flower)

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

USE 1/4” STRIP OF CARDSTOCK TO COVER SEAM

No flipping the layout this time. I covered the seem with a piece of cardstock which is cut at 1/4” x 4”.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Stamps - Flippin’ Fabulous (Honey Bee Stamps)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

USE RIBBON TO COVER SEAM

The card panel for this card was assembled on a piece of printer paper. The seam on this card was covered with two pieces of ribbon. Each piece of ribbon is cut at 5 1/4” long. They are adhered to the card panel with glue dots and secured to the back of the panel with tape. Then I adhered the panel to the card base.

SUPPLIES I USED

* All supplies for this card are from Stampin’ Up!

USE 1/2” STRIP OF PATTERNED PAPER TO COVER STRIP

To cover the seam on this card a used a coordinating piece of patterned papers cut at 1/2” x 4”.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

CHRISTMAS VERSION OF LAYOUT

Here is a Christmas version of the layout. Once again I flipped it. I added a contrasting strip of cardstock to cover the seam. 

SUPPLIES IUSED

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots - Brights (Violet Studios)

* All other supplies from Stampin’ Up!

DOUBLE STRIP CARDSTOCK TO COVER SEAM

To cover the seam for this card I used two strips of cardstock. The wider one is 3/4” x 4”. The narrower one is 1/2” x 4”.

SUPPLIES I USED

* All supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

LANDSCAPE VERSIONS

SUPPLIES I USED

* All supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

SUPPLIES I USED

* Floral Patterned Paper - Florals Essentials Collection (Violet Studios)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

VIDEO CARDS

SUPPLIES I USED

* All are from Stampin’ Up!

SUPPLIES I USED

* Patterned Paper - Bees & Butterflies Collection (Paper Rose)

* All other supplies are from Stampin’ Up!

SPLIT PANEL LAYOUT CARDS

The split panel card layout, is easy to create, uses patterned paper scraps and cardstock scraps, is great for showcasing larger greetings, there are various options for covering the seam, and the layout can be flipped! The layout can also be used in portrait or landscape orientation. So easy, so many options! Why not give it a try?

Thank you so much for stopping by today! Until next time . . .

Stamp Happy!

Kim

NOTE

I use mostly Stampin’ Up! products. Products from other companies are noted as such. I am not affiliated with, nor am I compensated by any company, manufacturer, or other entity.i share where I get my supplies as a resource only.

USE UP SCRAPS WITH A QUICK AND EASY CARD LAYOUT!

Hi Stampers! 

Today I have a quick and easy layout to share. This layout comes with lots of options, and you know I like options! Basically, the layout is three rectangles! This layout uses scraps of patterned paper, or use cardstock scraps. (Pop those scraps in an embossing folder to create added interest.) The layout looks great in landscape or portrait orientation. It can be put directly onto the card base, or it can be placed on a mat. Let’s take the look at the sample cards!

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USE SCRAPS WITH THIS QUICK AND EASY CARD LAYOUT

THREE RECTANGLES CARD LAYOUT

This is the basic layout. It is very versatile! Rearrange the rectangles for different looks for both portrait and landscape orientations. 

WHAT YOU NEED

* Card Base - A-2 size cut cardstock at 11” x 4 1/4” score and fold at 5 1/2” or 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” scored and folded at 4 1/4” on the 8 1/2” side

* Patterned Paper (or cardstock) - cut 1 at 1 1/2” x 5 1/8”, cut 1 at 2 1/4” x 1 3/4”, and cut 1 at  2 1/4” x 3 1/4”

* Inside Panel - 5 1/4” x 4 “ or 5” x 3 3/4”

* Other Cardstock - for greeting, greeting mat, etc.

* Stamps, Ink, Dies, Punches, Embellishments, Adhesive, etc.

NAUTICAL BIRTHDAY WISHES

Here is my card, made using the basic layout. I added a greeting with mat, plus a few enamel dots, and called it good.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Cardstock -  Night of Navy,  Basic White

* Patterned Paper - scraps (retired)

* Stamps - Simply Said

* Ink - Night of Navy

* Dies - Stylish Shapes

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

OCEAN CRITTERS BIRTHDAY

This is a landscape version of the card. I reversed the positions of the two smaller rectangles.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Card Base - Pool Party cardstock

* Other Cardstock - Basic White

* Patterned Paper - scraps (retired)

* Stamps - Simply Said

* Ink - Calypso Coral

* Embellishments - Translucent Aquas (Hero Hues by Hero Arts)

SANTA’S HOLIDAY CHEER

Here is another version of the layout. 

SUPPLIES I USED

* Card Base - Real Red cardstock

* Other cardstock - Pool Party, Basic White (inside) 

* Patterned Paper - scraps (retired)

* Stamps - Holiday Cheer & die (Waffle Flower). Star Snowflakes Sentiments (Waffle Flower)

* Embellishments - Glitter Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

STEPPING IT UP

ADD A MAT

* Use coordinating or contrasting cardstock cut at 5 1/4” x 4” adhere to card base, then arrange rectangles so there is an even border, and adhere.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Card Base - Basic Black cardstock

* Mat - Basic White cardstock

* Other Cardstock - Basic Black and Basic White (greeting)

* Patterned Paper - Scraps (retired)

* Ink - Tuxedo Black (Memento)

* Stamps - Heartfelt Hello (retired)

* Dies - Nested Essentials

ADD INDIVIDUAL MATS

* Cut three pieces of cardstock using the measurements for the three rectangles (5 1/8” x 1 1/2”; 2 1/4” x 1 3/4”; and 3 1/4” x 2 1/4”

* Cut the patterned paper pieces at 5” x 1 3/8”; 2 1/8” x 1 5/8”; and 3 1/8” x 2 1/8”.

* Adhere the patterned paper to the corresponding mat, then arrange and adhere to card base.

SUPPLIES I USED

* Card Base - Crushed Curry cardstock

* Mats - Basic White cardstock

* Other Cardstock - Crushed Curry, Basic White (greeting)

* Patterned Papers - Scraps (retired)

* Stamps - Simply Said

* Ink - Pretty Peacock

* Dies - Stylish Shapes, Starburst Framelits (retired)

VIDEO CARD

SUPPLIES I USED

* Card Base - Bermuda Bay cardstock (retired)

* Other Cardstock - Basic White

* Patterned Paper - Scraps (retired)

* Stamps - Heartfelt Hello (retired)

* Ink - Tuxedo Black (Memento)

* Dies - Stylish Shapes

THREE RECTANGLES CARD LAYOUT

Why not grab your scraps and give this layout a try? It’s quick and easy, uses up scraps, has lots of options, and best of all the cards look great!  

That’s it for today. Thank you for stopping by. Until next time . . .

Stamp Happy!

Kim

NOTE

Most of my supplies are from Stampin’ Up! Retired products are noted as such. Supplies from other companies are also noted as such. Supply sources are listed as a reference only. I am not affiliated, nor do I receive compensation from any company, manufacturer, or other entity. 

FOUR WAYS LAYOUT - SO EASY

Hi Stampers!

I am not of fan of making multiples of one card design.  Sometimes multiples are necessary, for example, when making party invitations. Then again I have made party invitations with identical designs, but in different colors. Multiples just are not my thing. I think my dislike of them inspires me to come up with designs that remainthe same, but can be oriented up, down, left or right, and the assembled cards are alike, but a teeny bit  different. For me this takes the boring out of making multiples. 

Today I am sharing a card layout that helps me take the boring out of creating multiples of a card design. I call it the FOUR WAYS LAYOUT. Let’s take a peek at the sample cards:

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FOUR WAYS LAYOUT - SO EASY!

MAKE THE CARDS

SUPPLIES NEEDED TO CREATE CARDS

NOTE - Supplies for 4 cards are listed. To make one card, cut 1 of each piece , and assemble.

* Card Bases -  cut 4  at 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”, and score along the 8 1/2” side t 4 1/4” or cut cardstock  at 11” x 4 1/4” scored and folded at 5 1/2”

* Patterned Paper Panel - cut 4 at 2 3/4” x 3 3/4” (if paper is directional, cut two in portrait orientation and two  in landscape orientation)

* Mat for Paper - cut 4 from coordinating or contrasting cardstock at 3” x 4”

* Greeting Panel - cut 4 from white or light colored cardstock at 2 3/4” x 3”

* Mat for Greeting -cut 4 from the coordinating or contrasting cardstock at 3” x 3 1/4”

* Inside Panel - cut 4 from white or light colored cardstock at 3 3/4” x 5”

* Embellishments - optional

MIX IT UP

Select one, two, or all the options below to break up the monotony of making multiples. The cards will be similar, but just different enough to take the boring out of making multiples. 

* Use both types of A-2 card bases for the 4 cards.

* Use different colors of card bases for each card.

* Use different patterned papers for each card. (This is an opportunity to use your scraps!)

* Use different colors of mats for each card. (Check your scraps of cardstock!)

* Use different colors of ink on each card.

* Use similar, but different greeting on each card. 

GREETING AT THE TOP

(Portrait)

SUPPLIES & SOURCES

* Cardstock - Bumble Bee (retired), Basic White, Old Olive 

* Ink - Bumble Bee (retired) 

* Stamps - Stylized Birthday (retired)

* Patterned Paper - (retired)

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories)

GREETING AT THE BOTTOM

(Portrait)

SUPPLIES & SOURCES

* Cardstock - Cloud Cover, Darling Duckling, and Basic White

* Ink - Cloud Cover

* Patterned Paper - (retired)

* Stamp - Stylized Birthday (retired)

* Embellishments - Glitter Dots (Simple Stories)

GREETING TO THE RIGHT

(Portrait)

SUPPLIES & SOURCES

* Cardstock -Garden Green, Basic White, Pebbled Path (retired)

* Ink - Pebbled Path (retired)

* Stamp - Stylized Birthday (retired)

* Patterned Paper - (retired)

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots - Simple Stories

GREETING TO THE LEFT

(Portrait)

SUPPLIES & SOURCES

* Cardstock - Basic Black, Basic White, Real Red

* Ink - Real Red

* Patterned Paper - (retired)

* Stamp - Stylized Birthday (retired)

* Enamel Dots - 🤷‍♀️ 

CHRISTMAS VERSIONS

SUPPLIES & SOURCES

* Cardstock - Basic White, Real Red, Garden Green

* Ink - Garden Green

* Stamp - Framed & Festive (retired)

* Patterned Paper - Christmas Spectacular (49 & Market)

* Embellishments - Enamel Dots (Simple Stories) 

VIDEO CARDS

SUPPLIES

*Cardstock - Best Beige, Boho Blue (retired)

* Patterned Paper - Silent Sea (Stamperia)

* Stamps - Simply Said

* Ink - Boho Blue (retired)

* Embellishments - Antique Pearls

FOUR WAYS LAYOUT CARDS

I hope you give this layout a try. It is easy, versatile, and an opportunity to use some scraps. Thank you for checking in. Until next time…

Stamp Happy!

Kim

NOTE

I use mostly Stampin’ Up! supplies. Supplies from other companies are so noted. I list supply sources as a reference. I am not affiliated with, nor do I receive compensation from any manufacturer, company, or other entity.

THE 2 + 4 + GREETING, CARD LAYOUT - “GO TO” LAYOUT #3

Hi Stampers!

This month I am sharing four of my “go to” card layouts. Each layout is one I have used over and over with great results every time, and each one uses scraps! I call today’s layout 2 + 4 + Greeting, because it takes 2 pieces of patterned paper cut one size, 4 pieces plus a piece of cardstock (for the greeting) cut another size. Arrange the pieces on an A-2 card base, and you have a card! This, like many layouts can be made in either portrait or landscape orientation. Let’s look at the sample cards:

 

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THE 2 + 4 + GREETING, CARD LAYOUT

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO CREATE THE CARD

* Card Base - A-2 size. Cut cardstock at 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” score and fold at 4 1/4” or cut cardstock at 11”x 4 1/4” score and fold at 5 1/2” - your choice

* Patterned Paper - at least two designs - cut 2 at 1 1/4”x 1 1/4”  and cut 4 at 2 1/2” x 1 1/4”

* Greeting Piece - cut white or light colored cardstock at 2 1/2” x 1 1/4”

* Other - stamps, embellishments, adhesives, and other items to choose to complete your card

BASIC ARRANGEMENT 

(PORTRAIT)

BASIC ARRANGEMENT 

(LANDSCAPE)

PEARS & WISHES CARD

This is the basic layout in portrait orientation. I used one patterned paper for the smaller pieces, and another for the longer pieces, plus a piece of white cardstock for the greeting. The pear paper is directional, so I cut the horizontal piece with that in mind.

SUPPLIES I USED

(All supplies from Stampin’ Up! Unless otherwise noted)

* Card Base - Basic Black cardstock

* Patterned Paper - Fruit Salad

* Stamp - Essential Elements (Waffle Flower)

* Ink - Tuxedo Black (Memento)

* Embellishment - Glistening Night Confetti (Pink & Main)

LOBSTER BIRTHDAY

This card features the basic arrangement for the landscape version of the layout. I changed thing up a bit by using 3 designs of patterned paper in stead of two. I also added that silly lobster for a focal image. 

SUPPLIES I USED

(All from Stampin’ Up!)

* Card Base - Summer Splash

* Patterned Paper - Friends of the Ocean

* Die - Ocean Friends

* Embellishment - Sunny Days Iridescent Dots

* Stamp - Zany Zebras (retired)

BANDANA BIRTHDAY

I changed things up a tiny bit on this card by using a matted greeting as opposed to stamping the greeting directly on the strip of cardstock.

SUPPLIES I USED

(Stampin’ Up! unless otherwise noted.)

* Card Base - Basic White 

* Patterned Paper- Denim pattern (retired) Paisley pattern - Down on the Farm (Doodlebug)

* Other Cardstock - Misty Moonlight, Basic White 

* Stamp - Happy Birthday to You (retired)

* Ink - Misty Moonlight

* Dies - (Honeybee Stamps)

* Embellishment - Adhesive dots (retired)

DENIM & PRINTS BIRTHDAY

Once again I used three designs of patterned paper for this card. 

SUPPLIES I USED

(Stampin’ Up! unless otherwise noted.)

* Card Base - Misty Moonlight cardstock 

* Patterned Paper - Denim pattern (retired) Paisley and Checked patterns- Down On the Farm (Doodlebug)

* Other Cardstock - Basic White

* Stamp - Zany Zebras (retired)

* Ink - Misty Moonlight

* Embellishments - Adhesive Backed Dots (retired)

REARRANGE THE STRIPS FOR A DIFFERENT LOOK

Try rearranging the pieces to come up with similar, yet different versions of the layout. These are two I came up with.

CHRISTMAS VERSIONS

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS CARD

SUPPLIES I USED

(Stampin’ Up! unless otherwise noted)

* Card Base - Granny Apple Green 

* Patterned Paper -  retired

* Other Cardstock - Basic White  Red & Green Foil, Silver Foil (retired)

* Stamp - Essential Elements (Waffle Flower)

* Ink - Poppy Parade 

SNOWFLAKE GREETINGS

SUPPLIES I USED

(Stampin’ Up! unless otherwise noted)

* Card Base - Mint Macaron cardstock 

* Patterned Paper - HolidayPatterned Collection (Scrapbook.com)

* Greeting Panel - Basic White cardstock 

* Stamps - Family Christmas (Waffle Flower)

* Ink -Mint Macaron - (retired)

* Embellishments - Adhesive Backed Snowflake Assortment (retired)

TODAY’S SAMPLE CARDS

That’s all for today. Thank you for stopping by. Check in next week for one more “go to” layout. Until next time . . . 

Stamp Happy!

Kim