Today I’m sharing a vintage-inspired layered card, created entirely from paper scraps and elements I had on hand.
Stamping your own DIY Vintage Background
I started with a card-front sized scrap of patterned paper from my stash—the very last piece I had from an older set—which already had a soft, slightly distressed feel. From there, I built it up with additional stamping using black ink and some stamping-off techniques to create more depth and variation. The postmark details add that nostalgic, stationery-inspired feel.
No Line Watercolouring
One of my favourite parts of this card is the floral feature. Originally, I planned to stamp it in black, but I ended up using a no-line watercolouring technique instead, and I’m so glad I did. It was a bit of a happy accident that turned into something really soft and delicate, and it ties beautifully into the overall vintage look.
Scrap Layer Embellishments
I created a scrappy, notepaper-style layer in the background using a vanilla cardstock offcut. I paired this with patterned paper scraps from my desk to add a little colour and interest, while the vellum leaves add a soft, subtle detail. There’s something really rewarding about turning leftover scraps into something that feels intentional and cohesive.
Watch the Video Tutorial
I’ll be sharing a full video of this process on Friday, where I walk through the background building, layering, and watercolouring techniques in more detail. In that video, I’ll also be recreating this vintage-style background from scratch, so you can achieve a similar look even without the original base paper.
World Stationary Day
This card was inspired by the Festive Friday Challenge Blog #FF0207, celebrating World Stationery Day.
From their inspiration list, I incorporated sepia tones, twine, distressing, vellum, postmarks, and a “thinking of you” sentiment.
Thanks so much for stopping by—and if you’re playing along with the challenge, I’d love to see what you create!
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