The focus of the August 2025 card class was all about fun folds. And today, I’m excited to share one of my favorites—the Painterly Pears fun fold card. I’ve named this design the “Side Cascade Accordion Fold.” There may be an “official” name out there, but I decided to call it what I see (LOL).
This unique fold really makes the Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper shine. It pairs beautifully with the Perfectly Pears Bundle. The layered panels give the card extra dimension and movement, while the side cascading design adds a touch of elegance and surprise when the card is opened.
Whether you’re looking to showcase gorgeous patterned paper or simply want to try something new, this fold is a fun way to elevate your cardmaking.
Below you’ll find video step-by-step instructions and the cutting measurements so you can create your own Side Cascade Accordion Fold card at home.
Cutting and Scoring Dimensions:
Old Olive Cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 2-1/2″, 3-3/4″, 6-3/4″ and 8-1/4″
Secret Sea Cardstock: 2 pieces @ 4″ x4″; 1 piece 2-1/2″ x 4″; 4-1/4″ x 1-1/2″ for die cut
Painterly Pears Designer Series Paper:
Pattern One 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″ and 2-1/4″ x 3-3/4″
Pattern Two 3-3/4″ x 3-3/4″ and 6″ x 2-1/4″ for envelope flap (opt)
plus pieces to die cut – Pear, Stem with Leaves, Flowers
Scrap of Basic White to stamp/die cut sentiment
Have you tried fun folds in your cardmaking? I’d love to hear which ones are your favorites!
Thanks for stopping by and have fun being creative!
Today’s card is a double flap fun fold. It features the Cheers & Sips Stamp Set. The card also features the Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper. Our June card class used the Celebratory Sips Suite for their projects. This double flap fold is a fantastic way to showcase the designer series paper. The design was inspired by fellow demonstrator, Connie Stewart. It’s a fun design that can be used horizontally, as seen below, or turned vertically. Watch the video to see how easy it is to create this fun card! card.
Cut Dimensions for a Double Flap Fun Fold:
Strawberry Slush Cardstock: 5 1/2″ x 4 1/4″ (card base); 3 3/4″ x 2 3/4″ (on 3 3/4″ side score at 1/2″); 4 1/4″ x 3 1/4″ (on 4 1/4″ side score at 1/2″)
Pretty in Pink Cardstock: 5 1/4″ x 4″ (layering panel)
Basic White Cardstock: 5″ x 3 3/4″ (inside layering panel); 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4″ (die cut)
Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper: 3 1/2 x 3″ (2 pieces); 3″ x 2 1/2″ (2 Pieces); fussy cut desired small beverages for the card front
NOTE: If using a directional design pattern of Designer Series Paper, check direction before cutting. When using the All Around It Dies – count from the largest to the smallest, number 7 size die was used to cut the circle. The All Around It dies are on the Last Chance list. If unavailable, substitute with the Stylish Shapes circle dies or other shapes you may own.
Assembly Video
For more ideas on using the Celebratory Sips Product Suite, check out the Peach State Stampers tutorial with six project ideas. You can find the Peach State Stampers tutorials, here.
One last reminder…
Don’t miss out on the discount on a variety of products containing the 2025-2027 In Colors. You can see all the products available on this page.
Finally, it’s time to share two creative cards using the Mixed Media Florals Suite. Yes, I am weeks behind! Where does time go? So, let’s move on to today’s projects.
The Mixed Media Florals Suite includes two stamp bundles, the Mixed Florals and Mixed Labels Bundles. Each of the cards uses one of the stamp bundles. The first is a pocket card featuring the Mixed Media Florals Designer Series Paper and the Mixed Labels Bundle. The second features the Mixed Florals Stamp Set, highlighting the coneflower.
Cut Dimensions for the pocket card:
Basic White Thick Cardstock: 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ (card base); 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ (cut on diagonal); 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4″ interior; scrap for front sentiment
Petal Pink Cardstock: 3 1/4″ x 4 1/4″; 2 1/4″ x 3″ for sentiment layering panel
Mixed Media Florals Designer Series Paper: pattern one – 4″ x 5 1/4″; 3 1/4″ x 3 1/4″ (cut on diagonal); pattern 2 – 3″ x 8″, score/fold at 4″
TIME SAVING TIP: You will only need one of each diagonal, so cut additional pieces to make two cards at once.
Cut Dimensions for the coneflower card:
Basic White THICK Cardstock: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ (score at 4 1/4″ for card base); 3 1/2″ x 5″ (interior); 3 1/4″ x 4 3/4″
Lemon Lolly Cardstock: 3 1/2″ x 5″
Balmy Blue Cardstock: 3 3/8″ x 4 7/8″ (2 pieces)
Hopefully, it’s been worth the wait (LOL)! And, you’re inspired to have fun making creative cards using the Mixed Media Florals Suite.
November is here and it’s not too early to start thinking of Christmas cards. Last month’s card class theme, All About Christmas, celebrated the upcoming season. One of the cards from the class is a beautiful fun fold card featuring the Sentimental Wishes Bundle. Not only does this card feature the bundle but it also highlights the gorgeous Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper (DSP). See the stocking and bow on the card front, it’s die cut from the DSP. I am giving you fair warning – you’ll be cutting lots of pieces for layering! But it’s the multiple layers that make this fun fold even more special. So, my suggestion is to cut multiples of the layering panels for several cards at once. If your time is limited, you’ll have everything prepped to assemble at your leisure.
You’ll find an assembly video and the cutting dimensions below the card’s photo.
Assembly Video
Cut and Score Dimensions for the Sentimental Wishes Fun Fold Card
Shaded Spruce Cardstock:
card base – 11” x 5 1/2” score at 1 3/4”, 3 1/2”, 5 1/4” & 7”
folding panel – 6 1/2” x 3 1/8” score at 3 1/4”
Basic Beige Cardstock:
one piece – 3 3/4” x 5”
4 pieces – 1 3/8″ x 5 1/8″
2 pieces – 3″ x 2 7/8″
Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper
4 pieces pattern one – 1 1/4″ x 5″;
pattern two – 2 7/8″ x 2 3/4″;
stocking & bow to die cut
Reminder:
Class To Go Options are available. The theme for this month is “A Little More Christmas” (the deadline for ordering is November 11.) In December, the class is featuring the beautiful Marbled Elegance Suite Collection. You can find details on each of the class options in the CLASSES TO GO section.
My next post will feature another of the cards from the “All About Christmas” class so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out!
Wow – it’s been awhile since I’ve posted! Needless to say, I’ve been busy. Summer is always a busy time. And most recently, on September 21, I hosted an all-day stamping event for thirty Georgia Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. Of course, it wasn’t exclusive to Georgia but the majority of demonstrators were from our state. It was the third Sweet Peaches Stampin’ Event and a fun day of crafting for everyone. I have now recuperated and have lots to share with you. Today’s post features one of the projects from the event that demonstrators were able to create. The card uses the Changing Leaves Bundle and is perfect when sending “a little note”. You’ll find a project tutorial below.
The Changing Leaves Bundle is an Online Exclusive and makes it easy to create a beautiful card. The bundle features a Hybrid Embossing Folder which means one of the dies fits into the embossing folder allowing you to cut and emboss at the same time. Notice the leaf in the card photo? The Oxidized Copper Special Designer Series Paper has been cut and embossed using the Hybrid Embossing Folder set. And of course, you can use the embossing folder separately as seen for the background layering panel.
The project tutorial is available here for you to use for creating the Changing Leaves “A Little Note” card.
Now that summer has ended and the stamping event is over, I’ll be back to posting more often. My next post will feature two treat holder ideas to use for Halloween so be sure to subscribe so you’ll receive notification. It will be available on Monday, October 7. So check back next week!
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