Framed Leaf Design Card with Tab Embellishment

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 24th JAN - Join Toni for her latest inspirations · 01/24/2023 · watch it from 40:30

Create an elegant card combining framed leaf designs with a punched tab sentiment. This project demonstrates how to use tab punches to add interactive elements to cards whilst incorporating the beautiful leaf stamp details.

You will need

Typewriter Tabs Die- DTT01SEE IT TV - A5 Stamp - Lamination - Love Beyond Words - 150622BSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Create your leaf panel as described in the lamination project, using both solid and detailed elements. ▶ watch 40:30
2. Mount the finished leaf panel onto your card base. ▶ watch 41:00
3. Position a wood grain panel die-cut down the side of your card for added texture and interest. ▶ watch 41:15
4. Glue the wood panel in place. ▶ watch 41:30
5. Select your tab punch from the collection. ▶ watch 41:45
6. Insert a piece of scrap card into the punch slot and press down firmly on your work surface to create a punched tab. ▶ watch 42:00
7. Remove the punched tab from the punch base. ▶ watch 42:15
8. Stamp or write your sentiment onto the tab. ▶ watch 42:30
9. Position the tab so it extends beyond the edge of your card, gluing it behind the main panel to create a layered, interactive element. ▶ watch 42:45

Tips from the show

• Tab punches are self-sharpening—the blades sharpen every time you use them.
• Punch multiple tabs from scrap card and store them in envelopes or wallets for quick access to pre-made elements.
• Tabs work beautifully on albums, mini books, and interactive cards.

More from this show

• Watercolour Leaf Panel Card with White Halo Technique
• Wood Grain Textured Background Card
• Lamination Leaf Watercolour Card

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