Showing posts with label Fun Fold. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fun Fold. Show all posts

Monday, July 6, 2026

✨ Double Angled Gatefold Card Tutorial ✨


Today’s card is a fun fold—it's a double angled gatefold card. We’ll be using the Fern and Flora Bundle along with the Moonlight Flora Designer Series Paper.

Card Base

Start with Soft Sea Foam cardstock cut to 11" x 5 1/2".
Score at 3 3/8" from each end.

Next, on each end:

  • From the top right and top left corners, measure down 1 1/2" and make a mark.

  • From the bottom left and bottom right corners, measure in 1" and make a mark.

Now for the cuts:

  • Cut from the right score line to the 1 1/2" mark.

  • Then cut from the 1 1/2" mark down to the 1" mark.

  • Repeat the same steps on the left side.

Additional Cardstock Pieces

  • Soft Sea Foam: 3 1/2" x 4 3/4"

  • Soft Sea Foam (belly band): 9 1/2" x 1 1/2"

  • Old Olive: 4" x 5 1/4"

  • Basic White (label): 1 1/4" x 2 1/2"

  • Peaceful Pine: 1 1/2" x 3" (for a fern die cut)

  • Old Olive: 1 1/2" x 4" (for a second fern)

  • Berry Burst: 1" x 2 1/2" (for the fiddlehead)

Designer Series Paper

  • 4" x 1 1/4" (for the belly band)

  • Two pieces at 3 1/8" x 5 1/4"

For the angled cuts:

  • On one piece (left panel):

    • Measure down 1 1/2" from the top left edge.

    • Measure in 1" from the bottom left corner.

    • Cut to match the angle of the card base.

  • On the second piece (right panel):

    • Measure down 1 1/2" from the top right edge.

    • Measure in 1" from the bottom right corner.

    • Cut to match the card base.

Adhere these pieces to the front panels.

Tip: Be sure to save all the triangle pieces from your Designer Series Paper—we’ll use them to decorate the inside of the card!





Be sure to watch my video for all of the tips on putting this card together.


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Sunday, May 17, 2026

Diagonal Gate Flip Fold Card Tutorial | Easy Fun Fold Card




Today I have a fun fold card for you! I’m calling this one a Diagonal Gate Flip Fold Card. It may sound complicated, but I promise—it’s really easy to put together and so much fun to make! I first saw this fold at my team meeting with France Martin.

In the video, I’ll walk you through how to create this unique fold, assemble the card bases, and add a beautiful focal point with a ribbon closure.

Supplies Used:

  • Scalloped Blooms Stamp Set

  • Heirloom Boutique Bundle

  • Strawberry Slush Cardstock

  • Basic White Cardstock

  • Strawberry Slush Ribbon

  • Strawberry Slush Alcohol Markers

  • Lemon Lime Twist Alcohol Markers

  • Daffodil Delight Alcohol Markers

  • Mixed Up Patterns Designer Series Paper

Measurements:

  • Strawberry Slush: (2) pieces 10" x 4 1/4", scored at 5 1/2"

  • Strawberry Slush: 3" x 3" (cut with largest Stylish Shapes square)

  • Basic White: 2 1/2" x 3" (for stamping)

  • Basic White: 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" (cut with second largest Stylish Shapes die)

  • Basic White: 5 1/4" x 3 3/4" (inside layer)

  • Mixed Up Patterns DSP: 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" (cut diagonally)

  • Mixed Up Patterns DSP: (2) strips 1/2" x 3 3/4"

Scoring Tip:
On both card bases, find the smaller panel. Measure 4" from the edge and mark it. Then score diagonally from that mark to the outer corner.

I’ll show you step-by-step in the video how to fold the card bases, adhere them together, and finish it off with a pretty ribbon closure.


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Thursday, March 26, 2026

🌸 Lovely Arrangements Layered Card Tutorial




Today I’m sharing a gorgeous, detail-rich card using the Lovely Arrangements Bundle from Stampin’ Up! paired with the beautiful Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper.

This card has quite a few layers and pieces, but don’t let that scare you away—it all comes together beautifully! In my video tutorial, I walk you through exactly how to assemble each section so you can recreate this design with confidence.

This is a perfect card when you want something a little extra special—great for birthdays or any occasion that calls for a wow-worthy handmade card.

✂️ Card Measurements

Basic White Cardstock

  • 8 1/2" x 5 1/2", scored at 2 1/8", 4 1/4", 6 3/8"

  • 8 1/2" x 2 1/2", scored at 4 1/4"

  • 4 1/4" x 1 3/8" (cut 4)

  • 1 7/8" x 5 1/4"

Two-Tone Cloud Cover Cardstock

  • 4 1/8" x 2 3/8" (cut 2)

  • 2" x 5 3/8" (cut 4)

  • 4 1/8" x 1 1/4" (cut 4)

Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper

  • 4" x 2 1/4" (cut 2)

  • 4" x 1 1/8" (cut 4)

  • 1 7/8" x 5 1/4" (cut 3)

  • 1 7/8" x 5 1/4" (cut 4)

Secret Sea Cardstock

  • 3" x 3 1/2"

  • 3 1/2" x 1 1/4"

🌼 Stamping & Embossing Details

To create the focal point for this card:

  • Stamp two of the large flowers onto the 3" x 3 1/2" Secret Sea piece using Versamark ink

  • Heat emboss with white embossing powder for a bold, elegant look

For the sentiment:

  • Stamp your greeting onto the 3 1/2" x 1 1/4" Secret Sea piece using Versamark

  • Heat emboss with white embossing powder

🍃 Die Cutting & Greeting Details

From Old Olive cardstock scraps:

  • Die cut 2 of the two-leaf images

  • Die cut 2 of the single-leaf images

On the greeting panel:

  • Stamp leaves using Old Olive ink

  • Stamp “Happy Birthday” using Secret Sea ink

Finishing Touches

To complete the card, add:

  • Moody Palette Glassy Dots





On the card shown in the video, I used the Secret Sea dots. On my original sample, I also mixed in the Old Olive dots for a slightly different look.

🎥 Watch the Full Tutorial

Be sure to watch the full video tutorial to see exactly how all of these layers come together. I also share helpful tips for lining everything up and assembling the card without frustration.

This card may have a lot of pieces, but the end result is absolutely worth it! The combination of soft florals, rich Secret Sea cardstock, and crisp white embossing creates a stunning, dimensional design.

Here is the Complete Supply List.

If you give this card a try, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you!

Happy crafting ✂️💙

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Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Gathering Together Fall Fun Fold Card Tutorial





My share today is a fun fold with gorgeous designer paper. I have the supplies and instructions below for you as well as a video.

Supplies Needed

  • Cardstock: Basic Beige, Old Olive

  • Designer Series Paper: Gathering Together DSP

  • Twine: Early Espresso & Old Olive

  • Dies: Label Me Grateful, Words for the Season

  • Adhesives: Your choice (tape runner, liquid glue, dimensionals)

  • Optional: Gold Foil for sprigs

Card Base

  1. Cut Basic Beige cardstock to 8 ½" x 5 ½".

  2. Score at 4 ¼" to create a standard card base.

  3. On the front of the card, mark 2" down on the right-hand side.

  4. Score diagonally from that mark to the top left corner of the card front.

Old Olive Layer

  1. Cut Old Olive cardstock to 3 ¾" x 5 ¼".

  2. On the right-hand side, mark 1 ¾" down.

  3. Cut diagonally from the top left corner to that mark.

  4. Save the triangle cut-off piece for later.

Designer Series Paper Layer

  1. Cut Gathering Together DSP to 3 ½" x 5".

  2. On the right-hand side, mark 1 5/8" down.

  3. Cut diagonally from the top left corner to that mark.

  4. Save the triangle cut-off piece as well.

Assembling the Front

  1. Adhere the DSP layer to the Old Olive layer.

  2. Attach this combined piece to the card front, ensuring it does not go past the diagonal score line.

  3. Trim any edges as needed so the borders on the left, right, and bottom are even.

  4. For the cut-off triangles, flip them over, adhere them together, and place them on the triangle section of the card front.

Inside of the Card

  1. Cut the words “Autumn Wishes” from the Words for the Season dies:

    • One in Early Espresso

    • One in Crushed Curry

  2. Adhere them together, Early Espresso at the back, creating a shadow effect.

Decorating the Front

  1. Cut leaves using the Label Me Grateful dies:

    • Leaves from Old Olive

    • Small sprig from Gold Foil

  2. Combine Early Espresso & Old Olive twine and tie a double bow.

  3. Arrange the leaves, sprig, and twine bow in a small cluster and adhere it to the folded triangle on the card front.


✅ Tip: This fun fold adds dimension to your card and makes it perfect for autumn greetings. Play with different DSP patterns and twine colors for variation!


You can Watch my Video to see how this card goes together.


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Sunday, November 16, 2025

Create a Stunning Overlapping Gatefold Card with Perfectly Pears and Branching Out Dies


Looking for a unique and elegant card design? Today, we’re making an overlapping gatefold card with layers of Designer Series Paper, Stampin’ Up! Perfectly Pears bundle, and the Branching Out dies. This card opens in a fun way and gives plenty of space for decoration inside. Perfect for birthdays, thank yous, or just because!

Supplies Needed:

  • Old Olive cardstock (card base)

  • Mossy Meadow cardstock

  • Basic Beige cardstock

  • Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper

  • Branching Out die set

  • Pear stamps (single and double)

  • Stampin’ Blends (Pecan Pie, Light & Dark Old Olive)

  • Inks: Darling Duckling, Timid Tiger, Pecan Pie, Basic Beige

  • Stampin’ Dimensionals & glue dots

  • Bone folder

  • Adhesive

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Card Base

Cut Old Olive cardstock to 10¾" × 5½". Score 1⅝" and 3¼" from each end. Fold outside lines as mountains and inside lines as valleys. Use a bone folder for crisp folds.

2. Right Panel

Cut Mossy Meadow (3⅛" × 4⅜"), Basic Beige (3" × 4¼"), and Painterly Pears DSP (2¾" × 4"). Layer and then add adhesive on the right side, but not more that about ¾" of adhesive. Attach to the right flap leaving about a ¼" border on the right.

3. Left Panel

Cut Mossy Meadow (3⅛" × 5⅛"), Basic Beige (2¾" × 4¼"), Painterly Pears DSP (2¾" × 4¾"). Die-cut the Branching Out shape from Basic Beige. Layer and attach to left flap, only along the left ¾" edge so it tucks behind the right panel.

4. Stamp the Pears

On Basic Beige (3" × 5"), stamp the single pear, stem & leaves, and double pear. Color stems with Pecan Pie, leaves with Old Olive Blends. Two-step stamp the pears with Darling Duckling and sponge Timid Tiger around one edge. Die-cut the pieces.

5. Finish the Branching Out Label

Stamp “Hello Friend” in Mossy Meadow on the Branching Out die-cut. Add small dotted splatters with Basic Beige ink.

6. Assemble the Pears

Attach the stem to the single pear with a glue dot. Add dimensionals to the pears and leaves. Attach them to the Branching Out die.

7. Attach the Focal Point

Adhere the completed Branching Out die-cut to the center of the left panel.

8. Inside of the Card

Add Painterly Pears DSP (1½" × 5¼") to the right inside panel. Center Mossy Meadow (3" × 4¼") inside the card. On Basic Beige (2¾" × 4"), stamp three small flower outlines in the bottom right corner and color centers with Darling Duckling. Adhere on top.

9. Envelope

Stamp either the single or double pear on the bottom left corner. Finish with coloring and details as on the card front.


This overlapping gatefold card is a stunning and interactive way to showcase your stamping skills. Layering, die-cutting, and two-step stamping give it a professional finish that friends and family will love. Try changing up your colors or Designer Series Paper to make each card uniquely yours!

I have a Video for you so you can see how to put this card together.

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Saturday, November 15, 2025

🍂 Amber Autumn Fun Fold Fall Card




Hello stamping friends. I have a fun fold accordion card for you today. This Gathering Together designer paper is gorgeous and goes so well with the fall holidays coming up. I have the measurements and supplies listed below for you as well as a video you can watch.

Supplies

  • Stamp Set: Amber Autumn

  • Cardstock:

    • Thick Basic White: 8½" × 5½", scored at 2⅛" from each end plus 4¼" (card base)

    • Basic White: 5½" × 4¼", scored at 2¾" (pop-out section)

    • Basic White: 2½" × 4" (back sentiment piece, die-cut with 3rd largest Textured Notes)

    • Basic White: 3" × 3" (focal image stamping piece)

  • Designer Series Paper (Gathering Together DSP):

    • 2 pieces: 2½" × 4"

    • 4 pieces: 1⅞" × 5¼" (two alternating patterns)

  • Stampin’ Blends Used:
    Light & Dark Cajun Craze • Dark Petal Pink • Dark Peach Pie • Light & Dark Timid Tiger • Light & Dark Pumpkin Pie • Light & Dark Pecan Pie • Light & Dark Old Olive • Light & Dark Darling Duckling • Light & Dark Crumb Cake

  • Other Supplies: Early Espresso Ink, VersaMark Ink, Gold Embossing Powder, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Heat Tool

Step 1: Prepare the Card Base
  1. Take the 8½" × 5½" Thick Basic White cardstock.

  2. Score at 2⅛" from each end and at 4¼".

  3. Fold in this order:

    • First fold: Mountain

    • Second fold: Valley

    • Third fold: Mountain
      This creates an accordion fun fold.

Step 2: Add DSP Panels to the Card Base
  1. Adhere the four 1⅞" × 5¼" DSP panels to the four narrow card sections.

  2. Alternate the patterns for visual interest.

  3. Attach the two 2½" × 4" DSP pieces to the larger center panels.

Step 3: Create and Attach the Pop-Out Section
  1. Take the 5½" × 4¼" Basic White piece and score at 2¾".

  2. Fold along the score to create the hinge.

  3. Attach the two 2½" × 4" DSP pieces—one to each outside panel of the pop-out section.

  4. Adhere the pop-out to the center of the folded card base. The fold will be on the right side.

  5. Ensure the total card width does not exceed 4¼".

Step 4: Stamp, Color & Attach the Focal Image
  1. Stamp the pumpkins onto the 3" × 3" Basic White piece.

  2. Color the image using your Stampin’ Blends.

  3. Mount the colored pumpkin piece to the front panel of the pop-out section using Stampin’ Dimensionals for a lifted look.

Step 5: Create and Add the Greeting
  1. Stamp your greeting onto a scrap of Basic White cardstock using Early Espresso Ink.

  2. Trim to the size of the greeting.

  3. Tap the edges of the greeting piece in VersaMark Ink.

  4. Heat emboss with Gold Embossing Powder.

  5. Attach the greeting beneath the pumpkins on the pop-out section with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Step 6: Add the Back Sentiment
  1. Die-cut the 2½" × 4" Basic White piece with the 3rd largest Textured Notes die.

  2. Stamp your sentiment in a coordinating color.

  3. Adhere to the back of the pop-out section to create a polished message area.





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Saturday, July 12, 2025

Floating Diagonal Front Panels fun fold


Hello friends. My share today is a WOW fun fold card. My team leader, France "Frenchie" Martin showed us this card at our team meeting. As she would say, it's a 50 pound card, but so worth it. This would definitely be a hand delivered card, or require extra postage to mail. The cutting of all of the squares is hardest part of putting this card together. Once you have all of your paper it is a breeze to put together. I have all of the details below in my video for you. Also a link to the supplies in my online store can be found below as well.





Measurements: 

Poppy Parade: 9½ x 5½ scored at ½, 2⅝, 4¾, 7⅞, 9
Poppy Parade: 6 pieces 1⅞ x 5¼ (2 are embossed)
Poppy Parade: 2 pieces ¾ x 5 scored at ⅜
Poppy Parade: 8 pieces 2 x 2
Poppy Parade: 2½ x 2½
Mixed Media Florals: 4 pieces 1⅝ x 5
Mixed Media Florals: 8 pieces 1½ x 1½
Mixed Media Florals: 2 x 2
Shy Shamrock: 8 pieces 1¾ x 1¾
Shy Shamrock: 2¼ x 2¼
Basic White: 1⅞ x 5¼
Basic White: Spotlight on Nature dies - 5th largest
Basic Black: 1¾ circle
Scraps of Shy Shamrock for leaves


  
You can interlock the diamonds to showcase the card. It will fold flat and go into a regular sized envelope too.

Supplies can be found in my OnLine Store

The video with all of the tips to put the card together can be found HERE


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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Pop Out Panel Fun Fold


Hello my stamping friends. I am back today with inspiration I got from a swap card I received from Sarah Simon. This fun fold is a wow card that displays nicely and fits in a medium Stampin' Up! envelope. It will probably take extra postage as there are a few layers and folds. I have the measurements, supplies and a video for you below. Hope you enjoy.


Measurements:
Peach Pie: 8½ x 5½ scored at 2⅛, 4¼, 6⅜
Peach Pie: 8¼ x 1¾ scored at 2⅛, 3⅛, 5⅛, 6⅛
Peach Pie: 3¼ x 4¾ cut with the 3rd largest Everyday Arches
Blackberry Bliss: 3 x 4¼ cut with the 4th largest Everyday Arches
Basic White: 2½ x 4 cut with the 5th largest Everyday Arches
Basic White: cut 2 @ 2 x 5⅜, 4¼ x 3 for stamping
Floral Impressions designer paper: cut 2 @ 2 x 5⅜
Flowering Zinnia designer paper (retired) or any coordinating paper: cut 2 @ 2 x 5⅜



You will find the supplies used IN MY ONLINE STORE

I also have a VIDEO for you as well.



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Sunday, May 11, 2025

"W" "V" Fun Fold card


Hello my stamping friends. I showed you how to make a "W" fold card. Today we are going to add a "V" to the "W". I love making fun fold cards. This one is a little thick with all of the folds, but I don't mind paying a little extra for shipping. I have the measurements, supplies and a video below for you. Enjoy!

Measurements: 
Basic White: 5½ x 11 scored at 1¾, 3½, 5¼, 7
Basic White: 6 x 3 scored at 3
Basic White: 3¼ x 4¾, 2½ x 2½
Old Olive: 3¾ x 5¼, 2¾ x 2¾
Floral & Gingham Vellum: 1½ x 5¼ * 2
Floral Delight designer paper: 1½ x 5¼




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Thursday, April 3, 2025

Country Birdhouse Diagonal Easel Card



Hello stamping friends. I am back today with a cute diagonal easel card using the Country Birdhouse bundle. There is a lot of die cutting with this card, but it turned out so cute. I have the measurements and video listed below for you.



Measurements:
Misty Moonlight: 8½ x 5½ scored at 4¼ and then diagonally from the top right corner to the score line at the bottom left
Misty Moonlight: 4¼ x 5½ cut with the Textured Notes Dies
Basic Beige: 4 x 5¼; 3 x 4¼ embossed with the Dotted Circles 3D folder
Early Espresso: 1 x 1½ 
Pool Party: 3 x 3
Basic Gray: 2½ x 3¼ embossed with the Timber 3D folder
Petal Pink: 2 x 2 
Smoky Slate: 1½ x 2
Country Woods designer paper: 3½ x 4¼


Supplies can be found in My Online Store

The video can be watched on my YouTube channel HERE


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