Crafting with aged paper

by Lydia

Community Manager Lydia will show you how to use newspaper for an elegant look.

Supplies

  • Vintage paper

  • Acrylic paint

  • Dies


Step-by-Step

  1. Step 1

    Die cut some vintage paper to create an inlaid frame effect.

  2. Step 2

    Strengthen and alter the centermost piece of the frame with acrylic paint.

  3. Step 3

    Inlay the pieces back together, carefully lining up any print.

  4. Step 4

    Finish the card.

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Crafting with aged paper. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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Questions and Comments

We'd love to get your feedback or questions. Leave your comment below.

I enjoy using pages from old thrifted books on cards and I love what you have created with the bright dies against the aged paper! The painted inlay area for the sentiment is so clever. Thank you for the inspiration!
happy-stamper  |  Wed Jun 3, 2026 at 4:42 PM

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