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3 WAYS to use these AFFORDABLE NESTING DIES

▶ Watch on YouTube Channel: Justine Hovey

Project Details

Category:
Paper Crafts
Project Type:
Die-Cutting Technique Collection
Style:
YouTube Inspiration
Date Saved:
2026-08-25
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Make:
30–60 minutes
Best For:
Frames, layered cards, windows and efficient die use

At a Glance

LayersGraduated nested shapes
DimensionsVaries by die set
InteractiveNo
PrintableNo
Technique FocusDie Cutting, Layering, Nesting Dies
Three practical ways to get more use from affordable nesting dies by changing how the shapes are layered, framed or combined on paper projects.

About This Project

Three practical ways to get more use from affordable nesting dies by changing how the shapes are layered, framed or combined on paper projects.

What You'll Love

Saved for getting more value from basic nesting dies instead of needing a different specialty die for every project.

Key Techniques Used

  • Die Cutting
  • Layering
  • Nesting Dies

Main Supplies

  • Nesting die set
  • Die-cutting machine
  • Cardstock
  • Patterned paper
  • Adhesive
  • Optional foam tape

Project Tags

Paper CraftsDie-Cutting Technique CollectionYouTube InspirationDie CuttingLayeringNesting Dies

Color Palette

Soft White
Navy Blue
Lavender

Printables

No printable is associated with this Craft Idea.

My Notes

Good technique reference whenever a card or journal piece needs frames, windows or repeated graduated shapes.

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