3 Creative Ways to Use the Fancy Borders Bundle by Stampin’ Up!

 Are you ready to take your cardmaking to the next level? The Fancy Borders Bundle by Stampin’ Up! is packed with intricate border dies that add beautiful detail to any handmade card. Whether you’re looking to create quick and simple designs or add elegant layers, this bundle offers endless possibilities.

In my latest Facebook and YouTube Live, I shared three unique ways to use these fun border dies—and trust me, they do not disappoint! Let’s break down these techniques so you can recreate them in your own crafting space.

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Card 1: The “3-in-1” Quick & Easy Layout

💡 Why you’ll love it: If you love mass-producing cards efficiently, this layout is for you!
✂️ How it’s made:

• Start with three pieces of Designer Series Paper stacked together.

• Cut them at an angle to create three unique layers.

• Mix and match the pieces to create three different card fronts in one go!

• Use a Fancy Borders Die to create a decorative sentiment label.

✨ Pro Tip: This layout is perfect for holiday cards—just swap out the paper and sentiments for a seasonal touch!

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Card 2: Elegant Layered Borders

💡 Why you’ll love it: This technique adds depth and texture to your cards using multiple border cuts.

✂️ How it’s made:

• Start with a basic white card base and layer a piece of patterned paper.

• Use the Fancy Borders Dies to create a stunning decorative background on the top layers.

• Add a sentiment and embellishments for the perfect finishing touch.

✨ Pro Tip: Use contrasting colors between your layers to make the borders pop!

Card 3: The Statement Border with a Coordinating Envelope

💡 Why you’ll love it: This design showcases a bold border element while giving your a decorative touch.
✂️ How it’s made:

• Use one of the larger Fancy Borders Dies to create a statement piece for the center of your card.

• Embellish with your favorite accents, like brass butterflies or adhesive-backed dots.

✨ Pro Tip: A matching envelope makes your card feel extra special and polished!

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Want to See These Cards in Action?

I demonstrated all three of these card ideas LIVE—watch the replay to catch all my tips and tricks! 📺🎨

👉 Click here to watch the full tutorial! 

Which of these techniques is your favorite? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear how you’re using the Fancy Borders Bundle in your own crafting! 💌

More Leaves of Holly

 I love working with the Leaves of Holly bundle. No matter the simplicity of the card, the results are always elegant. I had the privilege of sharing this bundle during my Facebook Live/ YouTube Live stream this week. Whether you're die cutting or stamping, your results are amazing and the Festive Pearls add just enough to the embellished look. 

Here I turned the label on it's side in a portrait orientation for a little bit of a different look. I stamped the berries in Real Red ink onto Real Red cardstock and die cut them out to add to the label with Stampin' Dimensionals. 

For the full instructions for these cards, you can catch the replay of the Live Stream right here.

Product List

Leaves Of Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [159601] $22.00	Holly Berry Dies [159607] $35.00	Leaves Of Holly Bundle (English) [159608] $51.25	Basic Borders Dies [155558] $29.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229] $8.75
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102482] $9.25	Evening Evergreen 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155574] $9.25	Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155776] $9.25	Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [101650] $10.25	Boughs Of Holly 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [159600] $12.00
Versamark Pad [102283] $9.50	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084] $8.00	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad [155576] $8.00	Metallics Embossing Powders [155555] $18.00	Natural 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Woven Ribbon [159611] $8.00
Festive Pearls [159963] $7.00	Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053] $30.00	Embossing Additions Tool Kit [159971] $27.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25

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