Create a Quilt Background with a Die | April 2025 Hip Kits

Get ready to be inspired by another amazing project from our design team! In this delightful tutorial, Miss Carrie demonstrates how to create a whimsical puppy-themed scrapbook page using the new Modern Quilting Block Die from the April 2025 collection. This beginner-friendly technique creates stunning background effects that will elevate your scrapbooking projects to new heights. Don't miss out on more creative inspiration - be sure to subscribe to the Hip Kit Club YouTube channel for daily crafting ideas!

 

In this beginner-friendly tutorial, Miss Carrie showcases how to use the Modern Quilting Block Die from Hip Kit Club to create a charming, quilted background for a puppy-themed layout. She walks us through the simple steps of cutting pattern papers from the April 2025 collection and arranging them into an eye-catching quilt design. This technique is perfect for scrapbookers of all skill levels looking to add dimension and interest to their layouts. Be sure to use code "MISSCARRIE" at checkout to save 10% on your first order!

Products Used in This Project

April 2025 Main Kit (with Patterned Paper)

The April 2025 Main Kit (with Patterned Paper) is the cornerstone of this project, providing the gorgeous, patterned papers that Miss Carrie uses to create her quilted background. This kit includes a carefully curated selection of coordinating papers featuring spring-inspired colors and designs that work beautifully together. The patterns range from subtle textures to bold florals, making them perfect for cutting with the quilting die to create interesting visual combinations. The kit also includes cardstock, embellishments, and other elements that Miss Carrie incorporates into her finished puppy-themed layout, allowing for a cohesive and professionally finished project.

April 2025 Modern Quilting Block Metal Die

The star of this tutorial is the April 2025 Modern Quilting Block Metal Die, which makes creating quilted backgrounds incredibly simple. This high-quality metal die cuts perfect geometric shapes that can be arranged in various patterns to create a quilt-like effect on your scrapbook pages. Miss Carrie demonstrates how versatile this die is - you can use it with different papers to create completely different looks, from playful and whimsical to elegant and sophisticated. The die is designed to work with most die-cutting machines, making it accessible for crafters who already have this tool in their collection. It's a must-have for anyone looking to add texture and dimension to their layouts.

Techniques Used

• Die Cutting: Using the Modern Quilting Block Die to cut multiple pattern papers
• Pattern Arrangement: Creating a visually appealing quilt design by mixing and matching paper patterns
• Background Building: Using the die cuts to create a textured, dimensional background
• Layering: Adding depth to the layout with strategically placed embellishments

Scrapbooking Tips

1. Color Coordination: Choose papers with complementary colors for a cohesive quilted background
2. Pattern Mixing: Don't be afraid to mix different patterns - the quilted format makes even bold combinations work well
3. Paper Scraps: This is a perfect technique for using up smaller pieces of patterned paper from your stash
4. Dimension: Consider adding foam adhesive between some quilt pieces for added depth and shadow
5. Background Focus: Sometimes a beautiful background like this needs minimal embellishment - let the quilted design be the star

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