How to Use Washi Tapes in Greeting Cards – Easy DIY Guide
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Looking for creative greeting card ideas? Want to know how to use washi tapes as part of your greeting card making materials? Washi tape is the perfect addition to your DIY card toolkit. Whether you’re crafting for birthdays, holidays, weddings, or thank-you notes, washi tape helps transform simple cards into meaningful, handmade masterpieces. This blog walks you through how to use washi tape in greeting cards and where to find the best card-making supplies online.
✨ Introduction
Looking for unique and stunning greeting card ideas? Want to know how to use washi tapes as part of your greeting card-making materials?
Washi tape is the perfect addition to your DIY card toolkit. Whether you’re crafting for birthdays, holidays, weddings, or thank-you notes, washi tape helps transform simple cards into meaningful, handmade masterpieces.
This blog walks you through how to use washi tape in greeting cards and where to find the best card-making supplies online.
✂️ Why Use Washi Tape for Greeting Cards?
Washi tape is a decorative adhesive tape made from Japanese paper, known for its versatility and beauty. It’s easy to use and comes in countless styles — from florals, vintage, nautical, mountain landscape prints to themed collections such as Jane Austen, Alice in Wonderland and Peter Rabbit.
✨ Benefits of Using Washi Tape in Cards:
No mess – no glue or paint required
- Easy to tear, cut, and reposition
- Wider washi tapes feature easy peel off backing paper which offers better handling
- Pairs well with other handmade card materials like stickers, die cuts, stamps, and stencils
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Perfect for both beginner and professional card makers
At SFWashi, you’ll find curated collections of washi tapes ideal for card-making, journaling, scrapbooking, and more.
🎨 DIY Greeting Card Ideas Using Washi Tapes
1. Washi Tape Borders & Frames
Outline your card edges, message boxes, or photos using decorative tape. Choose floral or gold foil tapes to add elegance to wedding or birthday cards.
Try this method with your favorite greeting card supplies for a clean, professional look.
2. Create Patterns with Washi Strips
Layer washi tapes diagonally, vertically, or randomly for bold designs. Combine different
widths and prints for modern aesthetics.
Pro Tip: Stick to a coordinated color palette — a popular tip among DIY card-making
communities.
3. Mini Washi Tape Banners
Cut washi tape into tiny triangles or flags and hang them across a string. Attach the garland on the front of your card.
Perfect for: Birthday cards, baby showers, and festive invites.
4. Washi Tape Cut-Outs
Use stencils or shape punchers to cut washi into hearts, stars, balloons, or candles. It’s a fantastic way to use leftover craft supplies.
5. Decorate Inside the Card & Envelopes
Line your envelope with washi or create a matching interior design—design for instant elegance!
🧰 Greeting Card Making Materials You’ll Need
These are the basic supplies for making greeting cards at home:
- Blank greeting cards or cardstock
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Assorted washi tapes
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Scissors or craft knife
- Stencils or shape punch (optional)
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Stickers, embellishments, or stamps
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Ruler and cutting mat (for straight edges)
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Decorative envelopes
All of these are available in most card making or crafts supply stores, or you can shop unique tapes online at SFwashi.
🛍️ Best Washi Tapes for Handmade Cards
Explore some of our bestselling styles for DIY greeting cards:
- 🌸 Floral Washi Tapes – great for birthdays, thank-you cards, and spring themes
- 🕊️ Vintage & Botanical Tapes – ideal for rustic cards and journaling
- 🎄 Holiday Washi Tapes – for Christmas, New Year, and seasonal greetings
- 💌 Jane Austen Collection – romantic and literary vibes perfect for heartfelt messages
All our tapes are curated to match popular DIY greeting card designs and craft trends.
📷 Inspiration & Community
Want to showcase your creations?
Tag us on Instagram @sfwashi or use #SFWashiCreations and get featured on our page!
💡 Final Thoughts
Using washi tape in greeting cards is a simple way to elevate your design and add a personal touch. Whether you’re crafting a message of love, thanks, or celebration, the right washi tape can help tell your story beautifully.
Ready to create? Shop our full range of washi tapes and greeting card craft materials.
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