Nesting dies don’t have to stay flat or predictable – today’s cards take them in a slightly different direction.
If you enjoyed my first nesting die card idea, I’ve got two more designs to share with you.
Ready to take a quick look at today’s cards?
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Today’s cards both use the same nesting arch dies, but each design takes them in a completely different direction.
Card #1 – Frame in a Frame
You may already know how much I love using frames (and framing things) in my card designs, but have you ever tried creating a frame within a frame? Nesting dies are perfect for this idea, and you can customise it as much as you like – thin frames, wide frames, or even more than two if you’re feeling adventurous.
Of course, I popped the frames up… because dimension 😉
I did briefly consider adding a background frame using gold cardstock between the layers to step it up even further. Let me know what you think – would that extra detail work here?
I stamped the sentiment directly onto the outer frame, which helps it feel like part of the design rather than an afterthought. Just be sure to stamp it before popping the frame up.
Card #2 – Nesting Frame for a Shaped Card Base
For this card, I used the largest nesting arch die to create a shaped card base, cutting along the straight edge so the curved side becomes the opening of the card.
Turning the design on its side gives it a landscape feel and instantly makes it a little more unexpected – although I think it would be just as fun as a top-fold card too.
To keep the design modern, I added a few simple stripes across the card front and stamped the sentiment directly onto the white strip. One of the darker stripes is popped up using black foam tape, adding just enough dimension without overpowering the design.
Both cards are finished with a modern-style die cut floral bouquet and leaves.
PRO TIP: For shaped card bases, place the cutting edge of your die just slightly over the folded edge of the cardstock. This keeps the fold intact while still giving you a clean, shaped opening.
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I hope these nesting die card ideas inspire you to look at your nesting dies a little differently. Whether it’s frames or shaped cards, there’s so much you can do with them.
If you try one of these ideas, let me know in the comments or tag me – I’d love to see what you create!
Happy Papercrafting!
Special thanks to my crafty assistant, Chad (aka ChatGPT), for helping me stay on track with my Gemini brain, grammar, and spelling… well, all the things! 😄
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 Nesting Arches Die Set ALT |  Botanical Waltz ALT |  Lenten Grace ALT | SSS |  Altenew Cardstock ALT | SSS |
 Neenah Solar 110 AMZ | SSS | Neenah Solar 80 AMZ | SSS |  Obsidian ALT | SSS |  Tea Party Enamel Dots ALT | SSS |
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 Stampwheel ALT | SSS |  Score Board ALT | SSS |  Sticky Grid Mat Ultra ALT | SSS | SB US |  Platinum 6 ALT | SSS | SB UK | SB US |
 Platesaver OTH | 9″ Fiskars Paper Trimmer AMZ |  Precision Glue Press AMZ | SSS | Bearly Art Glue AMZ | SSS |
 Glue Tape ALT | SSS |  1/2″ Ultra Sticky Tape ALT | SSS |  Black Foam Tape ALT |  Satin Masking Tape ALT |
Love your ideas! The frame in a frame is a great technique and especially with the sentiment stamped directly on the outer frame!
Thank you Karen, I’m so happy you like them!
The nesting arches are a fabulous element in this new release and you’ve done a beautiful job using them in your card creations. The dimension and design are amazing! Love the color palette that you used as well. Thank you for the beautiful inspiration! I also love your dry embossing video that I caught recently. Thank you!
How wonderful Carmen, thank you so much for your lovely words, you have made my day!
I love just what you’ve done – no gold needed for me! Both are crisp, fresh and delightful, Therese!
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Mwah! You know you are my fave x
Your color palette is so beautiful! Thanks as always for your inspiration.
Thank you so much Nan!
These designs are beautiful and I love the shaped card! Gorgeous flowers and colors!
beautiful card designs – love the arch dies
I absolutely love your cards. The one that is the shape of the arches is so inspiring. Thank you.
I LOVE the arches and gorgeous flowers! GREAT colors!