From Clean to Bold: 2 Cards with a Single Sparkly Panel

Hey Crafty People!

Today I’m sharing two very different cards—one clean and elegant, the other bold and layered—but they both started from the exact same panel. It’s a great reminder that with a little planning, you can stretch your supplies and create multiple looks from just one crafty session! So let’s make 2 Cards with a Single Sparkly Panel


Sparkled Butterfly on Clean Background

  • Start with a panel of Neenah 80lb cardstock covered in double-sided adhesive trimmed to 4.25″x5.5″.
  • Die cut a large butterfly (Picket Fence Studios) from the adhesive panel, being sure to keep both the butterfly and the outside frame.
  • Peel the adhesive from the wings only, leaving the body covered.
  • Apply Blue Earth Sparkles to the outer parts of the wings, then Navy Earth Sparkles to the centres.
  • Burnish the glitter with your fingertip to lock it in.
  • Peel the final backing from the body and cover it in Ebony Embossing Powder. Heat set and repeat using the WOW Embossing Pen, for added dimension.
  • Dry emboss a panel of Neenah 80lb with a plaid embossing folder for subtle texture. Add black ink or watercolour splatter to the background.
  • Die cut mini butterflies and a sentiment from silver mirror card, layering them with extra die cuts for dimension.
  • Adhere the butterfly, sentiment and mini butterflies to complete the look.

Easy Mixed Media Style with a Bold Twist

  • Take the leftover outside piece of the adhesive panel and peel back the liner. Cover with White Earth Sparkles and burnish well.
  • Use patterned paper for a quick mixed media-style background. Trim to A2 size.
  • Cut ?” off each side of your sparkly panel and mount it to the centre with foam tape.
  • Trim reverse sentiments from Sweet Sentiments Fab Foilers and arrange them diagonally across the butterfly silhouette, popping them up on foam adhesive.
  • Die cut mini butterflies and emboss with powders from Enchanted Alchemy Quad for that final bit of sparkle and movement

Stretch Your Supplies & Your Style: 2 Cards with a Single Sparkly Panel

It’s amazing how different two cards can be with just one shared element. Whether you lean toward clean design or mixed media vibes, this technique offers double the joy.
Let me know which card is your favourite—and don’t forget to tag me if you give this technique a go!


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— SUPPLIES —

Fab Foilers - Sweet Sentiments
Fab Foilers – Sweet Sentiments
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Primary Ebony
Primary Ebony
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Embossing Pen
Embossing Pen
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Dual Speed Heat Tool - **UK**
Dual Speed Heat Tool – **UK**
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WOW UK
Dual Speed Heat Tool - **US**
Dual Speed Heat Tool – **US**
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WOW USA
Enchanted Alchemy Quad
Enchanted Alchemy Quad
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Blue Earth Sparkles
Blue Earth Sparkles
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Navy Earth Sparkles
Navy Earth Sparkles
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White Earth Sparkles
White Earth Sparkles
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Team Tie-Dye 6x6 Paper
Team Tie-Dye 6×6 Paper
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Wander Butterfly Die
Wander Butterfly Die
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Silver Mirror Cardstock
Silver Mirror Cardstock
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Plaid Company
Plaid Company
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— My Basic Supplies That I Use On Every Project —

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Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive
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Neenah 80lb
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Tim Holtz Trimmer 8.5inch
Tim Holtz Trimmer 8.5inch
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Tim Holtz Scissors 7inch
Tim Holtz Scissors 7inch
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Tim Holtz Mini Snips 5inch
Tim Holtz Mini Snips 5inch
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Tidy Tray
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Pick Up Stick
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We R Trim & Scoreboard
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Pressure Tool
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Mini Trimmer
Mini Trimmer
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9.5 inch Shears
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Bone Folder
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Self Healing Mat
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