Delicate Wishes with the May Stampin’ Up! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

Here’s my Delicate Wishes Triple Reveal Card (or an easy card within a card):

Since the card is rather thick, and will require additional postage, it didn’t quite stay closed no matter how much I burnished the folds. Therefore, I added a set of clear Velcro circles to the back of the label and to the inside of the DSP. The following pictures show the Velcro circles, which you can barely see on the DSP.

Connie Stewart from Simply Simple Stamping posted this card on her blog on May 21, 2026. You can find her video tutorial here. Connie creates fabulous fun fold cards that look much more complicated than they are to create. This card within a card is no exception! Connie’s measurements include a 1/4 inch mat, but I’d rather use 1/8 inch so that’s what I’ve included in my measurements.

Of course, since this is a fun fold, I will be uploading it in the Creative Creases Challenge gallery as a design team member.

This stunningly gorgeous DSP definitely qualifies for the Love Those Pretty Papers Challenge Blog!

Measurements:

  • The Hydrangea Hue base measures 9-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches, scored at 1-1/4 and 5-1/2 inches
  • The mini card measures 6″ by 3 inches, scored at 3 inches
  • I used the Crumb Cake DSP from Delicate Wishes for the layers on the mini card
    • Trim two pieces to 2-7/8 by 2-7/8 inches
  • The floral DSP pieces for the front and inside measure 4-1/8 by 5-3/8 inches
  • Trim two pieces of the Crumb Cake DSP pattern to 1-1/8 by 5-3/8 inches
  • The piece of DSP for the envelope flap measures 2-1/2 by 6 inches
  • I punched a 1-inch circle from coordinating DSP and ran it through the XYRON create-a-sticker for the envelope seal
  • Trim a piece of white cardstock to 4-1/8 by 5-3/8 inches for the inside
  • Trim another piece of white cardstock to 1-5/8 by 2-7/8 inches for the inside part of the mini card
  • I used scraps of white to stamp and die cut the flower/leaf for the outside of the card
  • Scraps were also used to crop the two branches on the front of the card and the front sentiment
  • The banner for the front sentiment came from scraps of Secret Sea cardstock

What I Did:

BIG HINT: I thought that once I had all my pieces trimmed I could just start putting pieces where they belonged. Big mistake. While the card is easier to make than it looks, I would strongly suggest following along with the video when putting the card together. Trust me.

Here are some things I learned along the way:

  • Follow the video, pausing when needed
  • I used the oval die from the Impressions Abloom die set to crop the sentiment
  • Since I was adding a Hydrangea Hue loopy loop bow (link below) I cropped two Secret Sea banners so i’d have one over and under the bow
  • I stamped the flowers and foliage sprays using Momento Tuxedo Black ink
  • I used the Hydrangea Hue, and Crumb Cake blends combos, and the Bronze blend to color all the stamped images
  • As long as you follow Connie’s video the first time you create this card, you will be able to make future cards using just the measurements

Most of all, have fun and don’t tell anyone else how uncomplicated the card is to create.

Loopy Loop Bow:

I was able to watch Mary Deatherage’s, from Stamps -n- Lingers, Perfectly Pears tutorial. In that video, she showed her loopy-loop bow. That’s what I used for the front of my card. I’m bow-challenged and this technique allows me to relatively easily add ribbon without adding the bulk of a tied bow. If you’ve never seen her videos, you owe it to yourself to watch them. I think she’s the Queen of the Collage. Gorgeous cards!!

Back to the Stampin’ Up! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Su Mohr
  2. Mary Deatherage
  3. Debbie Mageed
  4. Karen Finkle
  5. Beth McCullough
  6. Lisa Ann Bernard
  7. Rae Burnet
  8. Michele Deschenes

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

Colors Used:

Supplies Used:

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You can reach me at  [email protected], and you can find me in the Find A Demonstrator index for Sue Jackson, Florida.

Again, thank you for stopping by today!

Silly Safari Birthday Wishes for the April SU! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

Here’s my Silly Safari birthday card:

I found this card on Pinterest and just thought it was so stinking cute that I needed to CASe (Copy And Share everything) it.

Annemarie Wetzel posted the card and included a link to her YouTube channel, which you can find here. I’ve included her measurements below, but I didn’t make a template. I do want to make this card again, but will definitely have to go back and follow along with the video while making more of these cards.

It’s just a given that fun fold cards also post to the Creative Creases Challenge. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper coordinates the challenge along with this Demos’ Blog Hop, and it’s one of my favorite challenges. Hopefully, you will be inspired to upload your own fun fold project to the challenge!

Since this card contains these sweet safari animals, I will be adding it to the Crazy Critters Challenge.

Measurements from Annemarie Wetzel:

  • The first piece of cardstock for the base measures 5-1/2 by 9-1/2 inches, scored at 1/2, 2-5/8, 6-7/8 and 9 inches
  • The second piece of cardstock for the base measures 10-1/2 by 5-1/2 inches, scored at 2-1/8, 4-1/4, 6-3/8, and 8-1/2 inches
    • `You will need to follow along with the video to finish the scoring and snipping for these pieces
  • You will need two of each of the following pieces of DSP (designer series paper): 1-7/8 by 5-1/4 inches, 1-7/8 by 3-1/4 inches, and 1-7/8 by 2-1/2 inches
  • For the front of the card, you will be need two pieces of cardstock the same color as the base measuring 3 by 2-1/2 inches
  • The will need two of each of the following pieces of white cardstock: 2-3/4 by 2-1/2 and 1-7/8 by 2-1/2 inches
  • If you want to add white cardstock to the back of the card for your handwritten note, you will need a piece measuring 4 by 5-1/4 inches
  • As always, you will need a piece of DSP measuring 6 by 2-1/2 inches for the envelope flap
  • Punch a 1-inch circle of coordinating DSP and run it through your XYRON create-a-sticker for the envelope seal

For assembly, please go back and watch the video. Once you get the base pieces together, you can add the DSP to the different parts

Coloring the Silly Safari animals was so much fun! I used the blends combos for Basic Gray, a touch of Flirty Flamingo for the monkey tongues, and the light Basic Black blend. The sentiments were stamped in Momento Tuxedo Black ink, and the I stamped the leaves in Old Olive.

Back to the Stampin’ Up! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Rae Burnet
  2. Karen Finkle
  3. Debbie Mageed
  4. Su Mohr
  5. Lisa Ann Bernard
  6. Mary Deatherage
  7. Michele Deschenes
  8. Beth McCullough

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

Colors Used:

Supplies Used:

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Eyelet Blooms Die for April!

The Eyelet Blooms Die is the finishing touch you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re crafting a card or creating a scrapbook page, it transforms the space with soft texture and refined detail. Its intricate pattern creates a full background that fills large areas beautifully for a polished, handcrafted look in one easy cut.

The Painted Skies Kit:

Retails for $18.00 USD

Product detail

If beautiful sunsets are your thing, the Painted Skies Kit is calling your name. Create vibrant, hand-painted–style skies with scenes featuring lighthouses, palm trees, and rolling ocean waves as your artistic focal points. Friendly greetings, gratitude themes, and celebratory sentiments add just the right finishing touch.

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– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Hydrangea Hue, Melon Mambo, Night of Navy, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Strawberry Slush, white
– Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes the items listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed envelopes
– Precut paper pieces, printed labels
– Sequins
– Adhesive

KITS COLLECTION
– Includes designed projects that come in a range of project types.
– Is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects

If you live in the U.S. and don’t already have a Stampin’ UP! demo from whom you order, I would be honored to work with you.

You can reach me at  [email protected], and you can find me in the Find A Demonstrator index for Sue Jackson, Florida.

Easter’s on the Way with the March SU! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

I was inspired by Lisa Bernard’s Easter Basket Bundle card, which you can see here. I’m so glad I saw her card! A friend asked me to make his parents’ Easter card using this bundle, and Lisa’s card really got my. mojo going.

Here’s my card:

It’s just a given that fun fold cards also post to the Creative Creases Challenge. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper coordinates the challenge along with this Demos’ Blog Hop, and it’s one of my favorite challenges. Hopefully, you will be inspired to upload your own fun fold project to the challenge! I love this hidden flap fun fold and have already posted a number of them, some of which you can see here, here, and here.

Measurements:

  • The Shy Shamrock base measures 11by 4-1/4 inches, scored at 2-1/4 and 5-1/2 inches
  • I trimmed a second piece of Shy Shamrock to 1-1/2 ” by 11″, scored at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2 inches for the double z-fold mechanism
  • There are two pieces for the inside of the z-fold and each measures 3/4 by 4 inches, scored at 1/2 inch & 3-3/4 inches
  • The white cardstock for the back sentiment measures 4-1/8 by 5-3/8 inches
  • I used some different patterns from the Easter Joy 12″ by 12″ DSP
    • The egg and flower piece on the front flap measures 2-3/8 by 4-1/8 inches
    • The striped DSP pieces measure 1-3/8 by 5-3/8 inches, and two pieces each measuring 1-3/8 by 2-5/8 inches
    • The DSP scene with the sky and the clouds needed to be trimmed down to 5-3/8 by 4 inches
  • I cropped the basket from a scrap piece of Crumb Cake cardstock
  • This card won’t fit in a medium envelope, so I didn’t trim DSP for the envelope flap

Pieces Used:

  • All the pieces were stamped using Momento Tuxedo Black ink, then colored with blends
  • There are four rabbits: 2 for the pop-up pieces, 1 for the inside of the base, and one on the back panel
  • I used one chocolate bunny for the front basket
  • There are two chicks, two flower bunches, and three single flowers
  • I used four carrots and six eggs
  • There are 5 cropped grass pieces in Shy Shamrock
  • The basket was cropped from Crumb Cake cardstock
  • Thankfully, the basket “ribbon” is from one of the Easter Basket dies
  • The basket “ribbon” woven in the bottom of the basket and the top bow were cropped from Balmy Blue cardstock
  • The basket was cropped from Crumb Cake cardstock, then I used the dark Crumb Cake blend to outline the handle
  • The fabric for the top of the basket comes from the Easter DSP
  • I used the following blends for coloring: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Shy Shamrock, Darling Duckling, Timid Tiger, Balmy Blue, and Pretty in Pink

Putting the Card Together:

  • I went overboard with all the additional pieces and layers for this card because once I got started I just couldn’t stop myself
    • Of course, you can easily scale this down so that you only have a z-fold card using the DSP, the Easter basket, one or two rabbits, and some carrots
  • Unless otherwise noted, I used multipurpose liquid glue to adhere the pieces together
  • Start by adhering the DSP to the front flap and the inside of the base of the card
  • Adhere the pieces of the striped DSP to the z-fold mechanism
  • The double z-fold mechanism gets adhered in the opposite direction from the folded base
    • Adhere the short outside end to the bottom of the inside base of the card
    • Adhere the long outside end to the bottom of the front flap of the card
    • Here’s a template showing the placement of the double z-fold mechanism, which I found at What Cathy Made

  • I would strongly suggest using the reverse craft tweezers found in the Embossing Additions kit to adhere the interior pieces to the inside of the z-fold piece of cardstock
    • I used multipurpose liquid glue because I was concerned that I’d make a mess of the placement if I used tear & tape
  • I used dimensionals to adhere the basket, rabbit, duckling, and carrot on the front flap

Back to the Stampin’ Up! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Su Mohr
  2. Debbie Mageed
  3. Lisa Ann Bernard
  4. Karen Finkle
  5. Peggy Noe
  6. Rae Burnet
  7. Sue Jackson. <<— YOU ARE HERE!
  8. Tara Carpenter
  9. Mary Deatherage
  10. Michele Deschenes

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

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Supplies Used:

 
 
 

New March Product of the Month!

PRODUCT DETAIL:

Spring into stamping with the Notes of Spring Stamp Set! Featuring adorable springtime animals like a deer, bunny, and duck, plus some delicate river plants, this stamp set makes it easy to create layered, watercolor-style images. Includes a few all-occasion sentiments to complete your handmade cards for birthdays, thank-yous, and more.

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– Is only available while supplies last—they can sell out quickly!
– Is limited to one per customer (including language versions).

An Online Exclusive Kit: The Happy Happenings Kit

Retails for $24.00 USD.

This kit is already in my cart waiting for the preorder opportunity for the upcoming catalog. I need a new baby and wedding stamp, and this all-inclusive kit will give me both!

Product detail

Have cards ready for life’s happiest events. With the Happy Happenings Kit, you can quickly craft cards to welcome a new baby, celebrate a wedding, or say thank you. These oval cards feature layered designs and pearlized details. Create them as shown or customize each one for the occasion.

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– Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
– Folded card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
– Colors: Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Petal Pink, Timid Tiger
– Also available in French

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Happy Happenings Photopolymer Stamp Set
– Clear stamp block
– Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Spot
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed envelopes
– Precut paper pieces
– Clear self-adhesive dewdrop embellishments
– Adhesive

KITS COLLECTION
– Includes designed projects that come in a range of project types.
– Is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects.

If you live in the U.S. and don’t already have a Stampin’ UP! demo from whom you order, I would be honored to work with you.

You can reach me at  [email protected], and you can find me in the Find A Demonstrator index for Sue Jackson, Florida.

Just click on this link to be directed to my store 24/7.

Again, thank you for stopping by today!

A Sneak Peek for the AHSC #670 & the February SU! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

Here’s the sketch from the Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge:

As always with a fun fold card, I will be adding this to the Creative Creases Challenge where the theme is always Anything Goes with a Fun Fold.

The Inspiration:

I used a video tutorial from Susan Campfield to create this card. I did need to make some adjustments to her measurements on the inside so that about 12 people can sign it for a colleague who has been recovering from an injury. Sue gives all the measurements for this card, and other versions of it, in the video.

The major changes I made are on the inside of the card. I trimmed two pieces of white cardstock to 4-1/4 by 5-3/8 for the inside. I stamped the inside sentiment, from the Lovely Arrangements stamp set, using Secret Sea ink. Then, I used a Stylish Shapes banner die to crop the sentiment and two pieces of the Delightful Wishes DSP.

The SNEAK PEEK for this card will be available on the March Online Exclusives. The colors and DSP (designer series paper) patterns are stunning! The colors in this suite of products are Gray Granite, Secret Sea, Mossy Meadow, Crumb Cake, Bronze, and Hydrangea Hue. (HINT!)

Take a look at this gorgeous suite of products:

Back to the SU! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Debbie Mageed
  2. Su Mohr
  3. Rae Burnet
  4. Beth McCullough
  5. Karen Finkle
  6. Lisa Ann Bernard
  7. Peggy Noe
  8. Michele Deschenes
  9. Mary Deatherage
  10. Sue Jackson. <<<—YOU ARE HERE!
  11. Tara Carpenter

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

Colors Used:

Supplies Used:

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Painted Illusions 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper

Beautiful watercolors and whimsical patterns make up this one-of-a-kind paper. Make a wide variety of projects with this paper that is sure to dazzle!

If you live in the U.S. and don’t already have a Stampin’ UP! demo from whom you order, I would be honored to work with you.

Just click on this link to be directed to my store 24/7.

Again, thank you for stopping by today!

Lovely Blossoms for the AHSC # 666 & the SU! Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

I’m also using this fun fold for the Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge #666, and here’s the sketch:

It’s just a given that fun fold cards also post to the Creative Creases Challenge. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper coordinates both this hop and the challenge. I can always find a new fold or other inspiration there.

Without further ado, here’s my Triple Bridge Z-fold card:

As soon as I saw this Lovely Blossoms DSP (designer series paper) pattern on pre-order for the online exclusives, I knew I had to have it! The combination of Petal Pink, Secret Sea, pops of Cloud Cover, and the white flowers is absolutely gorgeous!

Connie Stewart’s Video:

I found this video posted by Connie Stewart for this card, and you can watch it here. I’ve watched it three times, once before doing anything with paper. The second time, I followed along and paused when I needed to do so to trim my pieces. When I had everything trimmed, I watched it a third and fourth time to help me put the pieces together. Please don’t let the number of times I watched the video scare you away because if you’ve ever made a z-fold card, you can do this.

In her video, Connie says that the more you play with the card, the easier it will fold back up properly. Even after burnishing each of the score lines as both a valley and as a mountain, I still need to play with the card to loosen up the folds.

I would strongly suggest making this for the first time using retired DSP, and I wish I had done so. I would rather have 1/8 inch borders around my DSP pieces. Connie’s measurements are for 1/4 inch borders. Therefore, I needed to adjust the sizes going up 1/8 inch for the length and width for each piece.

Back to the Stampin’ Up! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Su Mohr
  2. Beth McCullough
  3. Debbie Mageed
  4. Karen Finkle
  5. Mary Deatherage
  6. Sue Jackson. <<<—YOU ARE HERE!
  7. Lisa Ann Bernard
  8. Peggy Noe

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

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Supplies Used:

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Versatility is key! With the Fabulous Sayings Stamp Set, you’ll always have the right words on hand—whether you’re creating birthday cards, thank-you notes, or a cheerful hello.

You can purchase the Product of the Month item for only $5 USD | $5 CAD when you spend $75 USD | $100 CAD or more in a single order.  I’ve already ordered this item and am looking forward to adding these sentiments to my other sentiment stamp sets.

If you live in the U.S. and don’t already have a Stampin’ UP! demo from whom you order, I would be honored to work with you.

Just click on this link to be directed to my store 24/7.

Again, thank you for stopping by today!

A Nature Walk for the December SU! Demonstrator Fun Fold Blog Hop

Welcome back to the monthly Stampin’ UP! Demonstrators Fun Fold Blog Hop. If you love fun folds, you’ve come to a hop filled with really great projects by some very talented fellow demonstrators. When you finish here, I hope you will hop along with the rest of the demos using the links below.

It’s just a given that fun fold cards also post to the Creative Creases Challenge. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper coordinates both this hop and the challenge. I can always find a new fold or other inspiration from the challenge. I would love to see your creations there as well.

Here’s my card:

This card starts with a basic z-fold card, and then has a pop-up piece when opened, which she called a double-decker pop-out card. I found this card on Sue Campfield’s YouTube channel, and you can see her video here. Sue used 1/4 inch borders for her cards, and I used 1/8, which explains the difference in measurements. Her video is from May, 2023, which means the products used are retired. The Nature’s Walk Suite of products I used will be available on January 6, 2026 in the online exclusive products.

Measurements:

  • The Night of Navy base measures 5-1/2 by 8-1/2 inches, scored at 2-1/8 and 4-1/4 inches
  • There are three white mats, the first measure 5-1/8 by 4-1/8 inches for the back of the base
  • The two bases for the flaps each measure 2 by 5-3/8 inches
  • The Night of Navy piece for the front of the card measures 3-3/8 by 4-3/8 inches
  • After dry embossing a piece of white cardstock using the Birchwood EF, trim it to 3-1/4 by 4-1/4 inches
  • The white piece of cardstock for the pop-up panel measures 4-1/4 by 3 inches
  • The Night of Navy pop-up mechanism piece measures 3 by 2-1/4 inches, scored on the long side at 3/4, 1-1/2, and 2-1/4 inches
  • I used the upcoming Nature Walk DSP (designer series paper) for my card and needed to trim three pieces
  • The first two for the flaps each measure 1-7/8 by 5-1/4 inches, and the one in the back measures 4 by 5-1/4 inches
    • HINT: I wanted the pieces of DSP to line up after being trimmed, so I needed to trim it with the backside pattern facing up
    • You could also trim the back piece then the two flaps but remember to trim from right to left
  • I needed a piece of DSP measuring 6 by 2-1/2 inches for the envelope flap
  • I had enough of the white embossed cardstock leftover to punch a 1-inch circle and ran it through my XYRON create-a-sticker for the envelope seal
  • I used leftover pieces of white and Night of Navy cardstock for the sentiment and leaf die cuts
  • The white leaves die cuts were leftover from another project

Sue Campfield’s Video:

I’ve made a number of z-fold cards and have made a number of variations of the z-fold as well. Following Sue’s video, I was able to easily fold and adhere the pop-up mechanism. It would be so much easier to follow her video for that part of the card.

What I Did:

  • Unless otherwise noted, I used multipurpose liquid glue to adhere pieces together
  • I started by adhering the DSP to the white cardstock pieces, then adhered them to the base of the card
  • I used the ____ stamp set for the sentiments
  • Using Night of Navy ink, I stamped the front sentiment on a leftover piece of white cardstock
  • Crop the sentiment using a circle die from the Stylish Shapes die set
  • Next, I stamped the inside sentiment in Night of Navy ink
  • Since I wanted to have the branches/leaves on the inside piece to be lighter, I used stamped off Night of Navy before stamping on the white cardstock
  • After adhering the Night of Navy branches to the embossed piece of cardstock, I wound white baker’s twine around the cardstock three times
    • It helps to use some tear & tape to the back of the cardstock to hold the ends of the baker’s twine in place
  • Next, I added a mini-glue dot under the baker’s twine to pull the three pieces together where I wanted to place the double bow
  • I used another glue dot to adhere the bow
  • Add dimensionals under the sentiment circle so they straddle the baker’s twine and adhere
  • Adhere the inside panel on the pop-up mechanism
  • The white cardstock branches were after-thoughts, and I added dimensionals on the piece for the front and slipped it under the sentiment
  • Then I adhered the large leaves/branches to the inside base of the card
  • Finally, I added three brass butterflies on the outside and one on the inside popped-up piece

With that, I’d finished this coordinated card, envelope, and envelope seal set.

Back to the SU! Demos Fun Fold Blog Hop:

We all hope you will follow the links below and hop along with us. There’s so much inspiration to be found here. We’d love to see what inspires you to create a fun fold as well. Don’t forget to upload it to the Creative Creases challenge!

If you get lost along the way, you can always come back here to find the next demo in line.

SU Demo Fun Fold Blog Hop Lineup

  1. Karen Finkle
  2. Su Mohr
  3. Mary Deatherage
  4. Debbie Mageed
  5. Tara Carpenter
  6. Lisa Ann Bernard
  7. Sue Jackson <<<—YOU ARE HERE!
  8. Michele Deschenes

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Have a Peachy Day!

Sue

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