Which double sided tape is best for card making?
The best double sided tape for card making depends on what you are sticking. Standard tissue tape is ideal for smooth card layers, easy lift tape is helpful when you need quicker peeling, and super sticky double sided tape is best for glitter card, wedding invitations and stronger paper craft projects.
All tapes in this collection are acid and lignin free, making them suitable for scrapbooking, handmade cards and keepsake paper projects. Please note, these tapes are designed for dry craft use and are not waterproof.
Choose your double sided tape by project
Standard tissue tape
A reliable everyday double sided tape for card making, matting, layering, scrapbooking and smooth paper crafts.
Easy lift tape
A tissue style tape with an easier peel backing. Ideal for quick assembly, batch making and fiddly backing papers.
Super sticky tape
A stronger double sided tape with a red peel off backing and clear adhesive. Perfect when standard tape is not quite enough.
Standard double sided tape for card making
Standard double sided tissue tape is your everyday essential for paper crafts. It tears easily by hand and gives a clean, instant bond on smooth paper and card, making it ideal for handmade cards, invitations, scrapbooking and general layering.
- Great for card making, matting and layering
- Ideal for smooth paper and smooth card
- Useful for lightweight embellishments
- Easy to tear by hand for quick crafting
- Available widths: 3mm, 6mm, 12mm and 25mm
Easy lift double sided tape
Easy lift tape is made from the same tissue style adhesive as standard tape, but with a slightly wider backing strip. This makes it easier to lift, peel and position, especially when you are making several cards or invitations at once.
- Easier to peel than standard tissue tape
- Helpful for repetitive card making and invitation assembly
- Good for crafters who find narrow backing papers difficult
- Ideal for smooth card layers and paper projects
- Available in selected widths as shown in the products below
Super sticky double sided tape for glitter card
Super sticky double sided tape is the best choice when you need a stronger instant bond. It is especially useful for glitter card, mirror card, layered wedding invitations and projects where ordinary tape may not grip firmly enough.
- Excellent for glitter card and textured card
- Useful for layered wedding invitations and luxury card projects
- Red peel off backing with clear adhesive underneath
- Best cut with scissors for a neat, accurate finish
- Available widths: 3mm, 6mm and 12mm
Quick double sided tape guide
| Tape type | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tissue tape | Smooth card, paper layers, card making and scrapbooking | Tears easily by hand and is ideal for everyday craft projects |
| Easy lift tape | Quick peeling, batch making and repetitive invitation assembly | The backing is easier to lift, which makes it less fiddly to use |
| Super sticky tape | Glitter card, textured card, wedding invitations and stronger bonds | Cut with scissors for the neatest finish and press firmly after applying |
Tips for using double sided tape on cards and invitations
- Use 3mm tape for narrow borders, corners and detailed invitation layers
- Use 6mm or 12mm tape for general matting, layering and card panels
- Use 25mm tape for larger areas where you want more coverage
- For glitter card or textured card, choose super sticky double sided tape
- Apply firm, even pressure once the tape is in place to help the adhesive bond properly
Double Sided Tape FAQs
Quick answers to help you choose the right tape for card making, wedding invitations and paper crafts.
Which double sided tape is best for card making?
Standard tissue tape is best for everyday card making, matting and layering on smooth paper or card. Easy lift tape is better if you want the backing to peel away more easily, while super sticky double sided tape is best for glitter card, textured card and stronger craft projects.
Which double sided tape is best for glitter card?
Super sticky double sided tape is usually the best option for glitter card because it gives a stronger instant bond than standard tissue tape. It has a red peel off backing, but the adhesive underneath is clear, making it useful for layered cards, invitations and decorative paper crafts.
Can I use double sided tape for wedding invitations?
Yes, double sided tape is ideal for handmade wedding invitations because it creates clean layers without adding moisture to the card. Use narrow tape for detailed borders, wider tape for larger panels, and super sticky tape for glitter card, mirror card or heavier layered invitation designs.
What width double sided tape should I use?
Use 3mm double sided tape for narrow borders, corners and precise invitation layers. Choose 6mm or 12mm tape for general card making, matting and layering. Wider 25mm tape is useful for larger panels where you want more adhesive coverage across the card.
Is your double sided tape acid free?
Yes, the double sided tapes in this collection are acid and lignin free, making them suitable for scrapbooking, card making and keepsake paper projects. This makes them a good choice for handmade cards, memory books, wedding stationery and other projects you want to last.
Is double sided tape waterproof?
No, these double sided tapes are not waterproof. They are designed for dry craft use on paper, card, scrapbooking projects and handmade stationery. For best results, apply the tape to clean, dry surfaces and press firmly once your layers are in place.


