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Friday Top 5: Ways to Add Dimension to Your Cards
- Apr 24
- 3 min read
There’s something that happens when you add just a little dimension to a card…
It stops feeling flat.
It starts feeling finished.
If you’ve ever looked at a card and thought, “Why does this one look so much better than mine?”
…this is usually why.
The good news?
You don’t need complicated techniques to get there.
Here are five simple ways to add dimension—and completely change the look of your cards.
1. Foam Tape
The Instant “POP”
If you’re just getting started with dimension, this is the easiest place to begin.
Use foam tape to:
Lift sentiments
Layer focal images
Add depth between panels
👉 Pro tip: stack two layers for even more height
It’s simple. It’s quick. And it makes a bigger difference than you’d expect.
2. Texture Paste
The “WOW” factor
Texture paste adds raised detail you can actually see and feel.
Use it with stencils to:
Create dimensional backgrounds
Add interest behind your focal point
Build subtle texture or bold patterns
You can even tint it with ink for custom colors.
This is one of those techniques that looks advanced—but is surprisingly easy once you try it.
3. Die Cuts
Built-in dimension
Layered die cuts give you dimension without needing foam.
Try:
Stacking multiple cuts for thickness
Building flowers or focal elements
Adding shadow layers behind sentiments
It creates a polished, professional look—and keeps your card easy to mail.
4. Embossing Techniques
Raised detail without bulk
There are two great ways to emboss:
Heat embossing for shiny, raised designs
Embossing folders for textured backgrounds
Both add visual interest without adding a lot of thickness—perfect for cleaner designs.
5. Embellishments
The finishing touches
This is where everything comes together.
Add:
Gems and sequins
Pearls
Chipboard or wood shapes
These small details draw the eye and give your card that final, finished look.
💡 Start Simple
You don’t need to use all five techniques at once.
In fact, you shouldn’t.
Start with just one:
Add foam tape to a sentiment
Try a stencil with texture paste
Add a few embellishments
That one small change can completely transform your card.
✨ Want to See It in Action?
If you’re more of a “show me” learner, we’re demonstrating these techniques in-store—and we’d love to have you try them for yourself.
Because once you see the difference…
You won’t want to go back to flat cards 😉
💜 This Month at ScrappyShak
All month long, we've been focusing on cardmaking — from tools and techniques to simple projects you can actually finish.
If you’re just getting started, you’re in the right place.
And if you’ve been crafting for years… it’s always fun to go back to the basics.
🌸 May at ScrappyShak: Scrapbooking Layouts
This month, we’re shifting from cards to something just a little different…
👉 Scrapbooking layouts.
We’re going to start simple—
with the basics you need to take your photos and turn them into something meaningful.
No pressure. No overthinking. Just learning how to bring your memories to life, one step at a time.
But here’s the most important part…
👉 You don’t have to be a scrapbooker.
The techniques we’ll be sharing all month—layering, dimension, embellishing, storytelling—
work just as well for:
• Cards
• Junk journals
• Mixed media
• Whatever you love to create
Because it’s not about the format.
It’s about creating something that feels like you.
We’ll be sharing ideas, simple demos, and easy ways to get started all month long.
And as always…
👉 you can try it in person or shop online anytime
Let’s make something meaningful this month 💜
🎨 Join Us This Saturday!
We have lots of new products to show you and we will be demo-ing ways to add dimension to yor cards!
It's a great way to learn something new from the comfort of your home - OR - pop in and see us - we'll be happy to show you in person!
OR
👉 Stop by ScrappyShak - we'd love to show you what we've been up to!
💜Ready to start creating?
💜 Shop all of your cardmaking needs at ScrappyShak: https://www.scrappyshak.com
We can’t wait to see what you create 💜
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