Fussy Cut Patterned Paper. – Create a Simple Birthday Card

Fussy Cut Patterned Paper. – Create a Simple Birthday Card – Simply Said – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo

Today, I’m sharing a cheerful birthday card that’s all about turning your patterned paper into a fabulous focal point! This project features the stunning Lovely Garden patterned paper, which I fussy cut to create the vibrant floral cluster you see front and centre.

Card Details

This card is a lovely blend of layered colours and textures. I chose the following cardstock colours to complement the bold floral imagery:

• Melon Mambo – bright and punchy, perfect for a celebratory mood
• Fresh Freesia – soft and playful, adding contrast and balance
• Cloud Cover – a gentle neutral that grounds the design
• Blueberry Bushel – a rich, bold base that makes everything pop

To create this card, I started by fussy cutting the beautiful floral image from the Lovely Garden designer series paper (DSP). I layered it over two angled cardstock rectangles in Melon Mambo and Fresh Freesia for a playful, offset look. The Cloud Cover panel softens the background and allows the florals to shine.

I finished it off with a simple “Happy Birthday” sentiment, a few sparkly gems, and a bow made from white twine for texture and charm.

Why Fussy Cutting?

Fussy cutting is such a satisfying technique when you want to give your patterned papers extra life. Instead of letting that gorgeous floral print fade into the background, I gave it a chance to be the star of the show. It’s also a budget-friendly way to create embellishments without needing dies or stamps!

Measurements

• Blueberry Bushell Cardstock- A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
• Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
• Cloud Cover Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm
• Melon Mambo / Fresh Freesia Cardstock – 9cm X 7cm.

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Ashee xx