A little inspiration. Something made by you. THE HOLIDAY EDIT · 2026
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Christmas · Manual die cutting

A tiny card. A lot of heart.

Layer simple die-cut shapes for a handmade hello.

25 min hands-onBeginnerEst. $2–5
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STARTER GUIDE · AWAITING MAKER TESTING

Let’s make something lovely.

  1. 01

    Choose a die that fits within the front of your blank card. Cut a backing rectangle slightly smaller than the card front.

  2. 02

    Build the plate sandwich specified by your machine and die manufacturer. Do not force an overly thick stack.

  3. 03

    Cut a large label or circle from one color and a smaller shape from another. A single contrasting shape works well too.

  4. 04

    Arrange the layers before gluing. Keep enough space for a short handwritten greeting.

  5. 05

    Glue flat layers first and press gently while they dry. Write your message and check that the finished card fits its envelope.

A little helpful detail

For your first card, use two paper colors and one focal shape.

Make it personal

Repeat the shape on a matching gift tag.

The photograph is collection inspiration, not documentation of these exact steps. Allow additional drying time. Estimated materials cost excludes equipment. Check your equipment and material instructions, verify template dimensions, and make a sample before a batch.

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