Border Design Ideas: Give Your Handmade Cards An Artistic Edge

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Have you ever thought about the fact that border design ideas on your handmade cards could give them a special artistic edge? Simply use craft dies like the Stampin’ Up! Flowers of Beauty or Elegant Borders and give your card different looks. Maybe you want a sophisticated focus or a playful one-you’ve got plenty of options to get creative!
Want valuable insights and tips on how this card is made? You'll appreciate the step-by-step instructions in this video tutorial!
🌼 Out of these border design ideas, which one stood out as your favorite? And do you think any of these designs would work well for decorating the flap of your envelope too? Share your thoughts--curious minds are eager to hear from you!
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• Flowers Of Beauty Bundle [163376] -- bit.ly/3yf90v4
• Sentimental Park Photopolymer Stamp Set [160561] -- bit.ly/3QH50Kd
• Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144245] -- bit.ly/4a8WuLj
• Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243] -- bit.ly/48Ehqsw
• Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119683] -- bit.ly/48NT0Nj
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] -- bit.ly/49SstPP
• Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145] -- bit.ly/4anzcBB
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] -- bit.ly/42VskZj
• Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [147143] -- bit.ly/49FhiK6
• Pearlized Enamel Effects Basics [156310] -- bit.ly/4dO3Zdl
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] -- bit.ly/3QvXx0k
• Sweetly Scripted Cling Stamp Set [163600] -- bit.ly/3QF8gpw
• Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [164511] -- bit.ly/3QGbBEq
• Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [101650] -- bit.ly/4ceh7HV
• Basic Beige Classic Stampin Pad [163806] -- bit.ly/4akonj0
• Elegant Borders Dies [161593] -- bit.ly/4dwn6YZ
• Distressed Tile 3 D Embossing Folder [162189] -- bit.ly/3yelAe1
• Basic Beige 3/8" Bordered Ribbon [163788] -- bit.ly/3QHU7I6
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] -- bit.ly/49IVVrT
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[@annerandolph6000]

You are one of my favorite designers, mostly because you make lovely cards plus the fact that you include the pdf for your visual designers!!!!! I taught middle school for decades and realized that my students learned differently than I did. I had to learn a new way to teach them so they could be successful. So, not many teachers know how to reach them. I have dropped many designers who provide no written instructions for people who learn differently!!!!!!! Thank you. You are appreciated!!!!❤️

[@simplysimplestamping]

I appreciate your kind words.

[@margieryne6220]

I agree!❤️

[@jillhelmers1717]

LOVE the 2nd card with the tone on tone!!

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you! I am so glad you love it.

[@susanhammond9916]

Love both of your beautiful border cards. They are both beautiful.

[@simplysimplestamping]

Glad you like them!

[@marilynlampman5797]

Love these cards and especially the instruction sheets! Thank you, Connie.

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You are so welcome!

[@brendabennett4299]

My Pearline’s is on its way can’t wait to donthese❤😊

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I am so glad.

[@anaraposo522]

Absolutely gorgeous. Love the cards they’re so pretty. Thanks Connie.

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You are very welcome.

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Lovely cards, as usual, Connie! This is a versatile stamp and die set. ❤️🇨🇦

[@simplysimplestamping]

It is a great stamp set.

[@judyestrada1446]

Connie- these are very nice cards. Great designs & they look great ! Thank you for sharing 👏👏👏💕🌻

[@simplysimplestamping]

My pleasure.

[@retayates4327]

I love the cards. Thank you for going straight into your designs. It saves a lot of time for me as a viewer. You are one of my favorite designers. Always giving us very useful tips and short cuts.

[@simplysimplestamping]

That is so nice of you to say.

[@sophiemsmply4you572]

Gorgeous cards Connie. Thanks for sharing.

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You are so welcome!

[@bettyswinford5886]

Love your longer hair.This card Is beautiful as all that you make.

[@simplysimplestamping]

That is so nice of you to say.

[@lynnarmistead5818]

Lovely cards Connie! The beige one is so classy and pretty. Definitely one I am going to make!

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am so glad you are going to make it.

[@judibradshaw1948]

Gorgeous cards,Connie! Love them both 😊

[@simplysimplestamping]

So glad!

[@susanmorris1007]

Your get well card is beautiful!

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you so much!

[@vickifroud6340]

These cards are beautiful!!

[@simplysimplestamping]

Glad you like them!

[@tammytanner3663]

love the cards and your hair is really pretty. thank you for showing the great dies

[@simplysimplestamping]

My pleasure. Thank you for watching.

[@vickieakins4806]

Beautiful cards ❤❤ Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@simplysimplestamping]

My pleasure, thank you for watching.

[@thereseramette6264]

This beautiful! Thank you so much Connie

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You are very welcome.

[@judevivier153]

I love both of these cards!!! Ty!

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I am so glad you love them.

[@juliewienert8059]

Amazing cards! Thanks for sharing!

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You are so welcome!

[@margeneeskelson4165]

I love these boarder die cards. They are beautiful! Thank you Connie!!

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Thank you so much.

[@barbaraharrold5361]

These are great looking cards:)tfs and God bless:)

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you! You too!

[@paulinecampbell8750]

Really love your cards today ❤Thank you for sharing ❤❤

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am so glad you love them.

[@luciegravelle5451]

Oh my God.....love it...thank you so much!!!

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My pleasure.

[@vickieakins4806]

Watching from Arizona ❤❤

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@user-ms1zh1ku9m]

Lovely cards connie. Thankyou for the video 😊❤

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You are very welcome.

[@sherriejohnson508]

Lovely cards . Thank you

[@simplysimplestamping]

Glad you like them!

[@laurenbutler3452]

How lovely! Nice use of Basic Beige!

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am glad you like it.

[@judyernst-hopp795]

Cute cards. Thanks Connie. Judy fromApex, NC

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thanks so much!

[@-Lee-Lee]

💚💚💚

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Thank you for watching.

[@ednam7]

The first one is cute and the second one is beautiful. Love both of them.

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am glad you love them.

[@cathygarner6867]

Great cards thank you 😊

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You are very welcome.

[@diezrosales]

I love the elegance of these cards, Connie. Thanks for sharing again. ❤

[@simplysimplestamping]

Glad you like them!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Connie, what a great demo of these border dies. The cards are exquisite. Thanks so much. ❤ 🇨🇦 😊

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You are so very welcome.

[@RedArrowTinker]

These borders are beautiful! Thanks for sharing them, Connie.

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am glad you like them.

[@margieryne6220]

Hi, Connie, hope y’all are doing well. These are beautiful cards! TFS! ❤️

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am glad you like them.

[@karlasaroch8125]

Watching the replay. Lovely cards. And a big thank you for the free pdf! So useful and easy to find!

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I am glad it is helpful.

[@BlessedtobeMimi]

That second card is just stunning!! 💕

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am so glad you like it.

[@pammckenzie9738]

Thank you, both cards are great xc

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You’re welcome 😊

[@evawarren8739]

Love these cards so much Connie. Thank you for sharing your creations.

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You are very welcome.

[@gingerphillips765]

❤❤❤😊

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@debbiebriggs8705]

Watching replay from Michigan.

[@simplysimplestamping]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@vickymorales33]

Thank you for sharing with us those pretties

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You are so welcome.

[@gailk4406]

Beautiful cards, Connie!

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Glad you like them!

[@pattybeaudrot2047]

Catching replay . B cards

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Thank you for watching.

[@corinnedowsett1698]

Love these cards Connie and I look forward to giving them a try. I am having no success trying to bring up the Basic Beige cardstock on the Stampin' Up website. I am in Sydney Australia, is it possibly not available in our market?

[@simplysimplestamping]

I am so glad you love them. I honestly don't know if it is available there. Check with your demo.

[@amymccain4444]

Beautiful.😂

[@simplysimplestamping]

Thank you so much.

[@Irene-KrausKreations]

My biggest frustration has to do with so-called border die cuts, as some will cut off both edges beyond the design whereas others trim off only one side. This later type (IMO) yields a real border as the bulk of the design is still attached to the body of whatever thus giving that lovely decorative edge. Descriptions and images, when buying die cuts online (selection in local stores is VERY limited) doesn't always make clear if both edges will be cut. I have, easily, something between 15 to 20 different "border" dies that - after arrival - were clearly going to cut both edges. Now, some have designs large enough you can do the partial die hack to make a nice border edge. However, those that are say less than an inch in width, make doing that problematic. Is there anything I can look for in so far as descriptions, wording, and/or images BEFORE I buy to clue me in as to if both edges will be cut? I really hate returning purchases as I had usually fell in love with the design first. To make use of some of those, I've 1st trimmed of (usually) the card edge, then glued the narrow "border" die cut to that edge so as to give me the look I want.

[@simplysimplestamping]

Good question, I think my best recommendation is to see if there are any review of the product by other purchasers.

[@chrischamberlain4612]

I was watching your double gatefold video today (from a while back) and you mentioned it was going to be hot in Oklahoma. I live in Oklahoma and wondered where you lived. Is your email located on your website--I couldn't find it.

[@simplysimplestamping]

Hi, my email is [e-mail]. I live in the Oklahoma City area.