Floral Banner Card with Black Cardstock

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Create an elegant card featuring a decorative floral banner die-cut on black cardstock with pink and grey vase designs. The intricate banner design is layered with delicate foliage sprigs for added dimension. This sophisticated card combines die-cutting techniques with careful layering to achieve a striking contrast between the black background and coloured elements.

You will need

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Step by step

1. 

   Select a piece of black cardstock and place it on your cutting mat.

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2. 

   Position the floral banner die plate onto the black cardstock, ensuring it is centred and aligned as desired.

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3. 

   Position the floral banner die plate on the black cardstock. Secure it in place using low-tack tape or hold it steady with your hand to prepare for die cutting.

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4. 

   Run the black cardstock with the floral banner die through your die-cutting machine to cut out the decorative frame shapes.

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5. 

   Carefully remove the cut banner piece from the black cardstock. The die-cut floral banner design will lift away, revealing the intricate floral details around the rectangular and circular frames.

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6. 

   Cut the coordinating circle frame pieces from the floral banners die set using your die-cutting machine. Position the dies on black cardstock and run through the machine to create the decorative circular frames with floral embellishments.

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7. 

   Position the black banner piece onto your pink card base, ensuring it's centred as the focal point of your card. Press down gently to secure it in place.

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8. 

   If desired, die cut the circle frames from white cardstock and layer them behind the black banner pieces to add dimension and contrast.

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9. 

   Cut in the circle piece from the banner design to create an opening where you can add a sentiment or decorative element to complete your card.

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Tips from the show

• The banner die cuts beautifully despite its intricate design due to perfect spacing in the die.
• You can cut the circle frames in a contrasting colour and layer them behind the banner for a striking effect.
• The banner doesn't have to be used as a banner—it can be used as a decorative element anywhere on your card.

More from this show

• Southern Magnolia Floral Card with Die-Cut Flowers
• Chrysanthemum Floral Card with Connected Die Flowers

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