Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies- Made Easy

Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies- Made Easy

Hi Crafters,

There is nothing quite like taking a simple piece of cardstock and turning it into something extraordinary! This week in Charm School, we are creating a beautiful dimensional card with our Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies.

This gorgeous set includes four dies with two rectangular shapes and coordinating 3D layers. What’s great is that the intricate patterns engrave, emboss and diecut all in one pass through your Empress or other die cutting machine. You can even use these dies for foil transfer to add gorgeous gilded details to your projects. It’s always fun to discover even more ways to create with your favorite dies!

For today’s project, we are using the dies a little differently to create a custom frame around our card. Hydrangea Blue Matte Foil Cardstock, matte gold cardstock, beautiful roses and a double bow make this card something truly special.

Come get crafty with us!

Cut the curved rectangle twice from matte gold cardstock.

Look at that gorgeous detail! One pass takes your cardstock from simple to extraordinary.

Trim the long sides from each rectangle diecut using a craft knife and ruler, scissors or a paper trimmer.

Now you have the beautiful pieces you need to create your own custom 3D frame.

Flip the pieces and adhere them around the edges of your card base.

Overlap the frame pieces where needed and trim away the excess horizontal length. You can even miter the corners if you like. 

Cut the shadow layer from Luxury Hydrangea Blue Matte Foil Cardstock.

Add the blue layer to your card with foam adhesive for beautiful dimension.

Cut the shorter rectangle from matte gold cardstock.

Such gorgeous detail!

Add the gold rectangle to the blue shadow layer to create an elegant focal point.

Add a few pretty pink embellishments from the Rose Ultimate Papercrafting Kit.

Add a Sweet Wishes sentiment to complete your message.

Finish your card with one of our beautiful blue double bows.

So pretty!

The focal point these dies create makes it easy to design everything from understated sympathy cards to colorful cards for happier occasions. 

The details will look gorgeous in any color of the rainbow!

Fussy cut your diecuts to create even more custom designs with the Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies. Use the layers alone, mix them together or turn the decorative elements into something completely new. It’s always fun to find another way to make your dies work for you!

We hope you’ll give this beautiful custom frame technique a try. Change the cardstock, embellishments and colors to create something that is completely your own, then share what you make with our crafting community. We love seeing all of the wonderful ways you bring these projects to life!

If you love beautiful dies, inspiring projects and being part of a creative community, the Anna Griffin Membership is just for you. Enjoy exclusive content, special products and plenty of inspiration to keep you creating.

And there’s even more to love today! The Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies are today’s Daily Drop. It’s the perfect time to add this beautiful, versatile set to your craft room and start creating dimensional designs of your own. Don’t miss today’s special offer!

Come be part of something beautiful! Join the Anna Griffin Membership and shop the Rectangle Pattern 3D Layer Dies to start creating your own extraordinary cards.

Love,

Anna

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5 comments

Love the tutorial. Where did the paper cardstock of the black, white and creme colored roses come from? Didn’t see it on line or in any set. I have the individual flowers that match.

Sandee Bishop

You are sooo right Anna there is NOTHING plain about your Matte Foil paper. I think a better term would be a solid layer. 3D embossing takes your Matte Foil to the next level. Thanks for some great tips.
Happy Crafting!

Leslie Ramsey

Wow, I love this demo and I love these dies!!!! Such a beautiful shape for so many card and page ideas!!!!

Pamela Allen

Always nice to see some new techniques for using the dies. Practicing layering with my Grace dies. Challenge to myself!!

Roxann Higgins

Beautiful

Shirley Dyar

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