Try this torn paper technique to reveal beauty within!
This is such a unique and striking effect for a card. People will love receiving this one for sure! AND…. the torn paper technique is so easy while using a minimal amount of supplies and cutting.
Begin with a standard A2 card base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″, scored at 4-1/4″
For two-layer card: DSP or stamped focal point: 5″ x 3-3/4″ (Consider what section of the image your want to show), Top layer 5-1/4″ x 4″
For Three Layer card (Early Espresso version below): Colored cardstock 5-1/4″ x 4″, DSP a little smaller than 5″ x 3-3/4″, Top layer 5″ x 3-3/4″
All of the sentiments on these cards are from the Happiness Abounds stamp set, page 109, Annual Catalog 2022-2023.
Most of the cards I’ve seen using the torn paper technique are white-on-white, creating a beautiful clean and simple look. I love that! But, you don’t have to do just white.
Change up the color of the cardstock, but I suggest keeping the base and top layer the same to maximize the effect. You can also use the DSP for the top layer, stamping an image on a middle layer of cardstock. the layers can be adhered directly to the card base, or raised with foam dimensionals for even more interest.
Putting It All Together
- Fold and burnish the score line on the card base
- Stamp a sentiment close to the bottom of the card, keeping in mind where your tears will be.
- Based on what you want to reveal, decide how wide an opening you need. Starting from one side of the top layer, gently make two tears by pulling upwards on the middle section. This will allow the layers of the paper to show, thus keeping the interesting look of a genuine tear.
- Trim the end of the flap (about a third) to reduce bulk. You will still get the rolled or scroll effect.
- With a small tool, such as a skewer, small paint brush or cotton swab, begin to roll the flap rather tightly. You can also first take your bone folder and gently curl this part to begin softening the paper fibers to make it easier to roll.
- Gently open the roll and add strong adhesive and re-roll. Tuck some glue dots under the roll at the end to secure it even more. Make sure they are not visible.
- Adhere the middle layer under the torn layer, aligning the edges of the open end.
- Adhere these layers to the card base with adhesive or foam dimensionals.
- Add embellishments if you like and/or cut images (as seen on the shell card).
You can view a video tutorial for the torn paper technique card here:
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I’m new to your channel (?) and wanted to let you know how very much i enjoy your tutorials!!
this looks like such a fun and easy card to make and i thank you for sharing your talents with those of us that are talent-less.
(you have a cute personality… i find myself smiling along with you.)
thanks again.
Vee
Do you have a a PDF tutorial for these torn paper cards? I would love one with the pictuRes attached. it helps a lot if you have the pictures when creating new cards. I’d appreciate it.
Thanks a bunch lorraine
i love the idea of the torn paper design, genius. I’d like to try on a few ocassion cards. Thanks for providing such unique ideas for diy card making.
You certainly have taken this technique up a step. Thank you so much for sharing your talent. Sorry About the capital letters, for some unknown reason that is all i can do here!!!!!