Make Cards Like a Pro: 13 Genius DIY Card Making Hacks You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Ready to level up your handmade cards? In this video, I’m sharing 13 genius DIY card-making hacks that every serious crafter needs to know! These pro-level tips will help you stretch your supplies, fix common mistakes, and add a polished, professional finish to your projects—without spending a fortune. Whether you’re a seasoned paper crafter or love watching long-form card-making videos packed with practical ideas, this tutorial is full of clever tricks that will instantly elevate your designs. From adhesive tips to layering shortcuts, you’ll wish you knew these hacks sooner. Hit play and make your next card your best one yet! Other videos you might be interested in: 🎥 20 DIY Crafty Hacks for Card Making YOU WISH YOU KNEW SOONER !!!: https://youtu.be/KD799XSZuks?si=QSPheY2XXor6bhvu 🎥 How to Use Busy Patterns While Card Making in 2025 – Easy Tips & Tricks: https://youtu.be/6JoEdYJIWzc 🎥 How to Use Washi Tape for Card Making in 2025 - 13 Easy DIY Ideas!: https://youtu.be/idyoIF5A2DI You can also check my blog post for step-by-step instructions and list of supplies: https://handmadecardsbytoni.wordpress.com/2025/04/19/13-genius-diy-card-making-tricks-youll-wish-you-knew-sooner/ My favourite crafty stores: 📌 Spellbinders: https://cutt.ly/reJwYNyL 📌 Simon Says Stamp: https://cutt.ly/BeJwUlHS 📌 Altenew: https://altenew.com/6406001 📌 Uniquely Creative: https://www.uniquelycreative.com.au?aff=92 📌 The Washi Tape Shop: https://www.thewashitapeshop.com?aff=1836 - use 10% discount code HANDMADECARDSBYTONI10 📌 Kokorosa Studio: https://kokorosastudio.com/collections/handmade-cards-by-toni-k75382 - use 25% discount code Toni25 ----------------------- Supplies Used in this Video ------------------------ Disclosure: Some supplies listed below may contain affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support! ⏱️ Time Stamps ⏱️ 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Hack #1: Mirror Stamping 03:28 Hack #2: Perfect Alignment with Acetate 05:29 Hack #3: Scored Borders 06:27 Hack #4: Removing Score Marks 07:32 Hack #5: Dimension with Paper Strips 09:20 Hack #6: Upgrading Your Card Presentation 11:23 Hack #7: DIY Stencil with Coverplate Die 16:59 Hack #8: Faux Embossing 19:32 Hack #9: Custom Foam Tape Coloours 19:54 Hack #10: Perfectly Aligned Card Panels 20:34 Hack #11: Perfectly Spaced Sentiments 23:46 Hack #12: Perfectly Spaced Alphabet Die-Cuts 26:13 Hack #13: Rounded Drops 🔔 **Subscribe** for more card-making ideas and tutorials. 👍 **Like** this video if you found it helpful! 📝 **Leave a comment** below with your thoughts and questions. 📱 I'd love to connect with you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handmadecardsbytoni/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566613731292 Thank you for watching! Happy crafting! 🎨✨