See how to mix and match these paper patterns to make a fabulous card

Today I am going to show you a very simple card idea - one that looks more complicated than it actually is, thanks to the He's the Man Specialty Designer Series paper: 

 

 

Create cards and other projects for the people in your life with the He's the Man 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper. This patterned paper is packed with bold patterns in neutral colors. Choose from antique cars, camping gear, suits and ties, and more. You'll also find versatile patterns such as diamonds, stripes, and plaids. Mix and match the patterns with the coordinating die-cut images.

* 12 sheets: 2 each of 5 double-sided patterned paper designs and 2 die-cut sheets
* 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)
* Acid free
* Lignin free

Product colors: Basic Black, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Sahara Sand, Soft Succulent

 

What I love best about this paper pack is the 'sticker sheets'. You get two sheets plumb full of images to use on your cards and memory pages. I combined the stamp set, the designer paper, and two of the stickers to make this card:

 

 Here's how to make this fun card at home:

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – He’s All That (bundle 159079)
• Card Stock – Sahara Sand (121043)
• Stamp Pads – Sahara Sand (147117)
• Misc. – He’s the Man Specialty Designer Series Paper (159068); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (144108); Stampin’ Seal (152813); Rustic Metallic Dots (159082)
  
  

Measurements:  

• Sahara Sand: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
• He’s the Man: (2) 1 ¾” x 4 ¼”; 3” x 4”; 2” x 3 ½”

Instructions:

1. Fold Sahara Sand card stock in half and crease to create card base.
2. Ink circle image using Sahara Sand ink. Stamp off (onto scrap paper), then onto the card base several times.
3. Adhere ‘Adventure’ element to He’s the Man strip.
4. Adhere He’s the man (BBQ paper) strip to side left of card front. Adhere 2 He’s the Man strips (Cajun Craze stripes) to top and bottom of card front, overlapping BBQ strip.
5. Die-cut He’s the Man rectangle and adhere to card front.
6. Attach BBQ element to rectangle using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
7. Add Rustic Dots to complete.