Learn how to create frames with layered oval die cuts to use on so many different kinds of hand made cards!

I am so excited to share how to create frames with layered oval die cuts. I shared how to do this with circles in a previous post and I got so many people saying how glad they were to learn the tips I’ve picked up. Today I am sharing the same process with ovals so you can see this fantastic look in a new shape. 

Now, I used a retired nested oval set from Rubbernecker but you can use any nested ovals you have. In fact, you can use any shape at all – it doesn’t have to be a basic shape. I chose ovals for this card because I wanted to add a soft complement to Rubbernecker’s Decorative Rectangle die. I added a small touch of detail with their Cherry Blossoms and Branch dies and added the sentiment from my own Kittie Says Friends and stamp set.

Let me share the details with you so you can try this out.

Card Base, Layered Oval Die Cut Frame and Sentiment

• Use pink cardstock to cut an A2 sized card base and white cardstock to cut the Decorative Rectangle.
• Place a large oval die on the rectangle, secure in place with masking tape and run through the machine to cut.
• Cut a pink rectangle layer large enough to fit behind the large oval frame, secure the smaller rectangle in place and run the through the machine.  Pro Tip:  Using masking tape to secure your dies in place makes easy work when you need to cut with precise measurements. 
• Apply pieces of mounting tape to the back of the decorative frame and attach to the oval mat layer.
• Use white cardstock to cut a rectangle layer to fit behind the frame and stamp the sentiment using Nocturne ink.
• Apply ATG adhesive to the back of the center layer, line it up to fit behind the frame and attach it to the card base.
• Apply mounting tape to the back of the frame layer and attach it to the card base.

You can see step by step photos of how I create my double matted frames on my Make a Layered Die Cut Circle Frame.  The pictures show the steps using circle dies but the concept is exactly the same. Try this out with other nested die sets you have and see what marvelous designs you can create!

Cherry Blossoms Branch

• Use green cardstock to cut the Branch die and pink cardstock to cut the Cherry Blossoms die.
• Gently form the leaves with your fingers to add dimension.
• Attach the leaves to the branches using glossy accents.
• Place the flowers face down on the molding pad and gently form the petals using a round stylus.
• Turn the flowers face up and push down in the centers using a small tipped stylus.
• Use glossy accents to attach the flowers to the leaves.
• Cut the tiny flower centers using green cardstock and attach them to the flowers using glossy accents.

Here are the things from Rubbernecker that I used today. NOTE: I am LOVING the Decorative Rectangle die set – the larger die is the perfect size layer for any A2 card and the medallion design adds instant elegance to any project.

5600-02D Decorative Rectangle Die [ RBB ] 5510-02D Cheery Blossoms Die [ RBB ] 5510-01D Branch Dies [ RBB ] 3327 Kittie Says Friends [ RBB ]

For the items that I use all the time and have in my stash all the time, go here and see what you might need:

My Favorite Crafting Tools

Now you have some instruction how to create frames with layered oval die cuts and with circles – what shape are YOU going to try? I’d love to hear!