Hello crafty friends! Today I am sharing how to use up 6×6 patterned papers without creating any patterned paper scraps. A friend shared that this style of cardmaking can be referred to as a one sheet wonder. I\’m not sure who originated the style, as I have seen many crafters refer to it, but please let me know if I should be crediting a specific crafter. Today I am sharing two different ways to cut up a 6×6 piece of paper that will result in 2 of the exact same card. I am using cardstock to mat the patterned paper pieces which will create some cardstock scraps. In the video, I share some ideas of what to do with those scraps.
In this blog post you can find a template for how to cut your paper as well as a sketch to show what should be done with those cuts. Of course feel free to mix it up to your own liking and if you share on Instagram please tag @jess.crafts and use the hashtag #jcosw so I can see your creations!
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Please let me know if you find this helpful and would like to see more. It\’s a fun challenge and I love working with patterned paper!
Here is Template #1 with measurements:
Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #1:
Important note: If you are using a mobile device (phone, tablet, iPad) you will need to press and hold the PDF link and you can choose to download the link as it will not open in the window.
Here is an example card for Template #1:
Here is Template #2 with measurements:
Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #2 with measurements:
Click here to download template and sketch as a PDF
Important note: If you are using a mobile device (phone, tablet, iPad) you will need to press and hold the PDF link and you can choose to download the link as it will not open in the window.
Here is an example card for Template #2:
Great idea to use the whole piece of 6×6 paper! Can't wait to try it.
Thanks for such a thorough post to accompany your YouTube video. I commented further there, but let me just echo how much I like these cards.
Brilliant! Would definitely like seeing more. Thank you!
Love these cards and thanks for the sketches with measurements.
These are great templates and it's always nice to use a whole sheet of paper.Ronda
Your card sketches are a great help for recreating these wonderful ideas. Thanks so much for adding the diversity to your stamps. There's so little of that in the Stamping world. L[ve the afro puffs!!!
I just discovered your site…wonderful! I look forward to visiting often!
Hi Jess. I am messaging you from sunny Queensland, Australia. I have recently discovered your blog and just started doing one sheet wonders and looking for ways to use up all of those expensive scraps. I have found your templates to be versatile and easy to create from. I love that you donate lots of cards. I also donate cards to a few different not for profit organisations. I never make two cards the same, so I am always looking for ways to make different cards from the same papers. Thank you for sharing your creativity for free.
Maree
Hi Maree, I’m so glad you have found my templates helpful and that they are helping you to share your cardmaking talents with others!