Layered Pinata Card Tutorial

Hi there! It’s Dorlene, and I’m sharing a bright and fun card using the Cute Pinata cut file. I know you can tell just by looking at it, but it is so fun! This little guy has eight layers to it. Because of that, I tried to use lighter weight cardstock when I could so it wouldn’t be too thick, but it is perfect for any of your fiesta projects. I made four of these at the same time because I know I have to make more than one card using this cute pinata cut file!

Each layer stacks right on top of the other for super-easy placement. I added a few white pen highlights on the top layers.

My first thought was to create a spinning card so the piñata would spin as the recipient pulled it out of the envelope. To make it spin, I arranged string at the top of the pinata by sandwiching it between the yellow base shape and a solid white base piece. To make the extra solid base, I just ungrouped the image in Design Space, selected the bottom layer (yellow), and duplicated it. I then changed the color to white, but honestly, the color really didn’t matter.

I used a circle cutter to cut a circle in the middle of the card base and patterned paper. But as I was putting it all together, I changed my mind.

Instead, I decided to place it in the lower right corner and added a double loop bow to the top of the string coming out of the piñata.

Once that was adhered, I stamped birthday sentiments through the circle opening.

It still needed something, so I pulled out some birthday confetti and sprinkled stars and birthday hats all around.

How fun is this card? The bright colored background really complements the piñata and gives it a fiesta mood!

I would love to receive a bright, festive, and fun card with this pinata image.  Wouldn’t you?

-Dorlene

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