Peaceful Dock Bundle Layered Waves Card with Torn Paper Technique

This card using the Peaceful Dock bundle has a completely different feel, and I love how a few simple changes can make that happen. This one feels a little moodier and more textured… like a breezy day out on the water.

And can we talk about those torn layers for a second? The perfect touch!! This card was CASEd by Ruth Norton, and I found her card on Pinterest.

Handmade card with torn paper waves, a stamped boat, paddles tied with twine, and a layered nautical design.

This card starts with a Thick Basic White card base, layered with Secret Sea and Basic White to create a clean frame for the design. On the Basic White layer, I added some light speckling using the Misty Moonlight blends, which gives just a hint of texture without taking away from the main elements.

The waves are the star here. I used Secret Sea and Cloud Cover Two Tone cardstock, tearing each piece to reveal that white core. By flipping the pieces and using both the light and dark sides, you get all that natural variation without needing extra supplies. The boat, stamped in Pecan Pie on Crumb Cake cardstock, is tucked right between the layers, which really helps create that sense of depth.

The paddles and sentiment are stamped in Secret Sea, and I added a double bow with Linen Thread for a soft, natural touch. A few clear Ladybug Garden Epoxy Dots finish it off and add just a little bit of shine.

Handmade card with torn paper waves, a stamped boat, paddles tied with twine, and a layered nautical design.

When using torn paper, try flipping your pieces to use both sides of the cardstock. It gives you more variation and helps your layers look more natural and less “planned.”

The full supply list for this card can be found further down on this blog post. You can also see the video link and the class information below!

PEACEFUL DOCK CLASS TO GO:

When you spend at least $50 in my online store (before tax and shipping and after applying any stampin’ rewards) from April 5 – 10, 2026, I will send you this week’s Class to Go packet for FREE! The packets will include 3 card kits (1 of each design). Packets will ship on April 14.

PEACEFUL DOCK TUTORIAL YOUTUBE VIDEO:

Watch this week’s card class on YouTube on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5p central time (or catch the replay). Don’t forget to join me live on YouTube every Tuesday at 5p central!

SUPPLIES USED ON THIS PROJECT:

This bundle is on the last chance list, and cards like this really show how versatile it can be. If you love adding texture and dimension to your cards, this is definitely one to grab before it’s gone!

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