Hi everyone! Thank you for reading this post. Today, I’m going to share with you a design I made over the past couple of days. I don’t claim to have created this idea. I saw this previously on Pinterest, I think, and it just stuck with me.
Before I get into the tutorial, I’d like to clarify that I am from Australia and use metric measurements. The completed size of this card is A6 – 148mm x 105mm.
So this is the card that we’re going to make:
Step 1 – Choose some matching papers
For this particular project, I used 5 different patterned papers for the candles. I also used orange and yellow cardstock for the flames.
Step 2 – Create a cut file for your machine
I’m using a Brother Scan N Cut CM900, so Canvas Workspace users can skip this step as I have already provided you with the cutting file that is in the .cwprj format.
If you are using other software e.g. Cricut Design Space, you will need to use the SVG files and import them into your software. I am still trying to learn how to predetermine the size of an SVG, so hopefully posts in the future won’t have this step.
For the SVG option, resize each component of the SVG according to the following measurements:
| SVG Component | Width (in mm) | Height (in mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candle Base | 10 | 50 | ||
| Large Candle Flame | 10 | 15 | ||
| Small Candle Flame | 8 | 10 | ||
| Happy Script | 48.2 | 25 | ||
| Happy Script Offset | 51.2 | 28 | ||
| Birthday Script | 64.2 | 25 | ||
| Birthday Script Offset | 67.2 | 28 |
Step 3 – Cut out all the pieces
Use your electronic cutting machine to cut the pieces required. I used 5 different patterned papers for the candle base, orange and yellow card stock for the flame, ivory card stock for the background to contrast with the black card base.
For the sentiment, I used gold foil card for the script layer and black card stock for the offset.
You could also use just the one patterned paper or even cardstock. There are a gazillion variations – embossing the background or candles, making a portrait card, etc.
Step 4 – Assembly time
Here is the sketch with measurements.
Assemble the pieces. Stick the smaller flame at the base of the larger flame. Paste the script sentiment onto its corresponding mat layer. I stuck the patterned papers directly on the ivory card stock. For the sentiment, I used 5mm x 2mm foam squares to give the project some dimension.
Finally, add a gem on the 4 corners to bring everything together.
Step 5 – Add the insert
Cut out the insert from the printable and paste it on the inside of the card.
And We’re Done!
I feel like this card is a great one for batch making!
Files to download
I’m still learning how to share SVGs I have created. For some reason, I am unable to add them on here. As such, you can find the files here but only for the next 7 days! If you have any trouble at all with the files, please contact me and let me know.
If you try this out, please let me know how you went and share your project here. I look forward to hearing from you and I hope you enjoy this tutorial and the attached files.
Until the next time – Stay Safe!
Shazza J Creations 