Flap Fold Card

 Hello,

Life sure does get in the way of crafting sometimes. This time of year I have to divide my time between two things I love....crafting and gardening. A kind fellow crafter reminded me that I had not posted this card and instructions. Thank you Teri!

 I call this card a flap fold card. There are many versions on the web of this type of card. Here's mine.

I just love the Symbols of Fortune Designer Series Paper. Who am I kidding....I love all the Stampin Up DSP 😄 I fussy cut the flower from the dsp. 

Here is the recipe:

Base: Soft  Succulent measuring 4 1/4” x 8 1/4” score at 2 3/4 on the long side. 

           Black layer measures 5 3/8” x 4 1/4”

           DSP layer measures 5 1/4” x 4”

Front of base: Black layer measures 2 1/8” x 4 1/8”

                        DSP layer measures 2 1/2” x 4”

Flap: Soft Succulent measures 3 1/2” x 6” scored at 3” on the long side

          Black layer measures 2 7/8” x 3 1/4”

          White layer measures 2 3/4” x 3 1/4”

White layer on the inside of the flap to write a message or stamp a sentiment measures        2 3/4” x 3 1/4”

Adhere the flap portion to the base front portion. Now, it depends on your personal preference as to where you want the flap to be. I adhered the flap to fit approximately centered on the base front portion.  

Here’s a couple more pictures for reference. 

If desired, more dsp could be added to cover the back of the flap. 🠉

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time...

Paula

Inside Step Card Fun Fold

Hello,

 Back again with another fun fold. An inside step card. 

I used the Rainbows of Happiness suite and the Charming Sentiments bundle.

There is a pop up on the inside.

You will need:

Base card stock (I used Pool Party) measuring 4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2"

Inside Layer card stock (I used Basic White) measuring 10/1/2" x 3 3/4, scored at 4 1/4", 5 1/4" and 6 1/4"

Layer for the inside (Pool Party): 3 3/4" x 3"

Layer for the inside image (Basic White ): 3 5/8" x 2 7/8"

Fold and burnish all score lines. For the inside layer fold the 4 1/4" and 6 1/4" to valley folds and the 5 1/4" to a mountain fold.

This is how I assembled the card. 

I first adhered a piece of dsp measuring 4 1/8" x 3 5/8"to the inside layer (Basic White), top side, as shown in the picture above. I used liquid glue to adhere the inside layer to the base card stock (Pool Party), ensuring the center score lines match up. Only glue the 4 1/4 x 3 3/4 portions to the base, leaving the smaller portions or step portions of the layer free. 

Then, add your image or greeting to the white piece of card stock and adhere it to the Pool Party layer. Glue this layer to the step portion of the inside of the card, making sure it is not glued too close to the score line or the card will not fully close. 

Decorate the front of the card as desired. 

*Note: if you plan on stamping an image on the front of the card, do so first as the card will be too bulky to stamp on. 

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time....

Paula

Tea Boutique Fun Fold

 Hello,

I've been in a rut lately, not feeling very inspired to make cards....until I saw Leena Girsa make this fun fold. You can catch her Youtube video here. 

Now, I recommend you watch the entire video to get the instructions...not wing it like I did🤣.

This card was a totally different orientation because I thought I could make it without following instructions. Yeah, that didn't work for me. So, I used pieces from the "mistake" card and adhered them to the correct card. 

Angles always frustrate me. No matter how I cut them, they rarely fit where I want them to go. It's a math thing....I was never good at math. 

The card measures 5 1/2" x 4 1/4". The base measures 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4". On the front of the card create a score line from the top right corner to the lower left corner. Burnish well to give a nice crisp edge. That's the fun fold. Decorate as required. On the inside of the card, create a "stop" for the front flap to rest on. It doesn't have to be very high, just enough for the flap to catch and rest.

For this card I used the Tea Boutique Bundle. The Cup of Tea stamp set has some great sentiments along with pretty tea cups. There are coordinating dies too. 

item # 158667

The coordinating Tea Boutique 6 x 6 designer series paper can be used for backgrounds or why not let the DSP do the work for you to create a bright and cheerful card. 

item # 158659

This set is perfect for get well cards, tea party invitations and thank you cards. 

Thank you for stopping by.

Until next time.....

Paula

Angled Gate Fold

 Hello,

Back with another card today. This one, an angled gate fold, uses the Symbols of Fortune DSP.

Isn't it gorgeous? 

This DSP and coordinating stamp set and dies are only available until June 2022 from the January-June 2022 Mini Catalogue. Don't miss out.

The idea for this card came from Lisa Curcio at Lisa's Stamp Studio. Check out her site for measurements and instructions. 

Wouldn't this fun fold make pretty invitations? 

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time....

Paula

Hues of Happiness

 Hello,

Let me tell you, the new Hues of Happiness collection which will be available for purchase May 3rd from the new Annual Catalogue May 2022-April 2023, is absolutely gorgeous. I love florals and the DSP does not disappoint in beautiful flowers. 

Here are two cards I made with the new Hues of Happiness DSP.

In shades of purple using Fresh Freesia for the base.

And...

Shades of yellow using Mossy Meadow for the card base. 

I know you'll love these beautiful papers. After the catalogue launch I can share more photos of the dsp and other items from Hues of Happiness collection.

Thanks for stopping by.

Until next time....

Paula