A Cut Above March Design Team Reveal

 I’m excited to share my design team creation for A Cut Above Challenge Blog for March. If you’re a scrapbooker like me, you probably have a ton of die cuts stashed away from past projects. Let’s be honest—sometimes it’s hard to know where to start when you have so many to choose from. That’s where A Cut Above comes to the rescue. This challenge blog is the perfect place to get your creativity flowing and finally put all those die cuts you’ve accumulated to good use. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned scrapbooker, A Cut Above offers fresh, fun inspiration with each new challenge, encouraging you to think outside the box and incorporate your die cuts in exciting new ways. It’s like a scrapbooking playground for your creative soul.

Let's talk about the magic of metal die cuts and how they can truly take your scrapbook pages to the next level. These little beauties are more than just embellishments—they add an artistic flair and texture that can transform your layout from “meh” to “wow!” For this month, I decided to use a few heart theme-inspired metal dies, here is the collection I dug out of my stash.

Metal die cuts come in endless designs—florals, geometric shapes, icons, you name it. They cater to any theme you’re working with, whether it’s a birthday celebration, a family vacation, or a sweet journaling page. They’re like little pieces of scrapbooking magic that instantly elevate your design.

What I love most about metal die cuts is their versatility. You can layer them to create depth, use them as focal points, a title, or even ink them up to match your colour scheme. They can be subtle or bold, and they’re so easy to incorporate into any page. Simply add a few to frame a photo, create a stunning background, or layer them for a more dynamic look. And trust me, once you start using them, you’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner.

For my layout, I backed the die cuts with coordinating patterned papers, which created vibrant pops of colour that complemented the overall theme of the page. It gave the hearts a playful, dimensional look and helped them stand out without overwhelming the design. It’s an easy way to use up those patterned paper scraps you’ve been saving (you know you’ve got a stash of them).

So, whether you're new to scrapbooking or a pro looking for fresh ideas, A Cut Above is a fantastic place to get inspired, challenge yourself, and use those die cuts in fun, creative ways. I can't wait to see how you’ll bring your die cuts to life and share your designs with the community.