When I first started scrapbooking, I never wanted to cut up my "fancy" papers. As I've grown and my style has developed more, I find I rather enjoy finding different uses for die-cut papers.

Don't be afraid to think outside the box and to use parts of your die-cuts on your layouts and other projects... instead of just using them as the base for a layout.

I did this in one of my layouts for the Fashion Forward Kit. Using the Collage Press die cut paper, I cut it in half and made it an accent for my layout, rather than the whole background.

So, get out there and CUT UP your fancy papers! It's fun!