Create Beautiful Layouts with the Embroidery Hoop Metal Die from April 2025 Hip Kits

Today, we're excited to share an amazing layout created by Natsuko Suzuki using the April 2025 Hip Kits collection. In this inspiring video, Natsuko showcases creative ways to use the Embroidery Hoop & Stitch Plate metal dies that come in this month's kit, combining stitching techniques with fussy-cut elements for a truly dimensional effect. Her artistic approach demonstrates just how versatile these Hip Kit Club exclusives can be! Don't forget to subscribe to the Hip Kit Club YouTube channel for more amazing inspiration like this!

 

In this delightful tutorial, Natsuko walks us through her creative process using the Embroidery Hoop & Stitch Plate from the April 2025 Hip Kits. She designs a charming layout that combines hand stitching with fussy-cut flowers and decorative borders. One of the highlights is how she incorporates the chipboard circle that perfectly fits inside the embroidery hoop die-cut, layering various elements from the kit to create depth and visual interest. Her techniques showcase how these specialized dies can become the focal point of your scrapbooking projects while adding both texture and dimension.

Products Featured in This Project

April 2025 Hip Kits

The April 2025 Hip Kit Club monthly subscription includes a carefully curated collection of coordinating scrapbooking supplies. This month's kit features beautiful spring-themed papers, embellishments, and exclusive metal dies that Natsuko showcases in her layout. The color palette includes soft pastels with floral motifs perfect for spring and summer projects. Each monthly kit is designed to work together seamlessly, allowing you to create multiple projects with coordinating elements. The April kit specifically includes patterned papers with floral designs that are perfect for fussy cutting, as demonstrated in Natsuko's beautiful layout.

Embroidery Hoop & Stitch Plate Metal Dies

The star of this video is the Embroidery Hoop & Stitch Plate Metal Die Set, a Hip Kit Club exclusive. This innovative die set mimics the look of a real embroidery hoop, creating a perfect circular frame for your projects. The stitch plate companion piece adds texture and dimension with pre-designed stitch holes that allow you to add real stitching to your paper crafts. As Natsuko demonstrates, this versatile die can be used as a focal point, a frame for photos or journaling, or as a decorative element that adds a handcrafted feel to your layouts. The die cuts cleanly through cardstock and patterned paper, making it easy to incorporate into various scrapbooking projects.

Chipboard Circle Elements

In her layout, Natsuko incorporates the Chipboard Circle elements that are specifically designed to fit perfectly within the embroidery hoop die-cut. These sturdy chipboard pieces provide a solid foundation for building layered elements and add dimension to the layout. The chipboard's thickness creates natural shadow and depth when elements are layered on top. Natsuko shows how these circular chipboard pieces can be decorated with patterned paper, embellishments, or left partially visible to add interesting texture to your projects. The coordinating size makes assembly quick and easy while creating professional-looking results.

Techniques Featured

Fussy Cutting

Natsuko demonstrates excellent fussy cutting techniques, carefully cutting out floral elements from the patterned papers included in the April kit. This technique allows you to isolate specific design elements from patterned papers and uses them as custom embellishments. For best results when fussy cutting, use small, sharp scissors and cut just outside the printed design line. Taking your time with this technique yields beautiful dimensional elements that can be layered for a 3D effect, as shown in Natsuko's gorgeous layout.

Hand Stitching

One of the standout techniques in this video is how Natsuko incorporates hand stitching using the stitch plate die-cut. The pre-designed holes make adding thread embellishment quick and easy, even for beginners. When adding stitching to your scrapbook pages, consider using embroidery floss in colors that complement your paper choices. Simple stitches like the running stitch or cross stitch can add wonderful texture and a handmade feel to your projects. The combination of paper crafting and needlework creates a unique mixed-media effect that adds both visual and tactile interest.

Scrapbooking Tips from Natsuko's Video

• Layer die-cuts and embellishments to create depth in your layouts
• Use fussy-cut elements to create custom embellishments that perfectly match your project
• Incorporate stitching for added texture and a handmade feel
• Create focal points with specialty die-cuts like the embroidery hoop
• Combine different elements from your kit for a cohesive, coordinated look

Join Hip Kit Club Today!

If you're inspired by Natsuko's beautiful creation, you'll love being a Hip Kit Club subscriber! Each month, you'll receive a carefully curated kit filled with exclusive products, coordinating papers, and specialty items like the Embroidery Hoop Metal Die featured in this video. The monthly kits take the guesswork out of matching products and give you everything you need to create beautiful layouts like the one demonstrated here.

Ready to elevate your scrapbooking? Sign up for Hip Kit Club today and join a community of passionate paper crafters who love creating with these exclusive monthly kits!