You won't believe how easy these Fancy Fold Tower Cards are to create!! Cut a standard base card of 5-1/2 X 8-1/2" and score the long side at 1/2", 1-3/4", 3" and 4-1/4". Fold into a square tower and attach to the base card on the 1/2" scored strip. It's time to add any fun designer paper! This cute paper is Snowy Scenes 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #164333. The snow globes are simply cut from the designer paper!

Here is a top view. The tower is a square. The back of the card has plenty of room for a message!

Simply press the tower to the right and it will nicely fold flat for mailing! This is a great "stand up" card! You must try this fun, easy fancy fold! Mail your Holiday cards EARLY!! 

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This card features a lovely Gold Heat Embossed lantern from the Light the Year Bundle #164092. The Gold is repeated in the Season of Green and Gold 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #164324, an online exclusive.

This card opens vertically. 

This is a side view. It's actually a simple "Z" Fold format. The base card is 4-1/4 X 11", scored at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2". Quite easy. Give it a try!!

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This nostalgic Sentimental Christmas 12X12" Designer Paper #164209 is easy to LOVE!! Stampin' Up! makes a $3 donation to children for each purchase of this pretty paper! Another reason to LOVE it!!

This is an easy "Z" Fancy Fold. The base card is 4-1/4 X 11", scored at 2-3/4" and 5-1/2".  

This is the opened Z Fold. The sentiment is the pretty Christmas Labels Bundle #164101 die cut with Gold Foil.

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What a cute holiday card created by Heather Cousins, demonstrator from Davenport, Iowa! It features the Christmas Friends Stamp Set of 8 images #164279.

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This is a "Z" fancy fold. The base card is 4 X 10-1/2", scored at 3-1/2 and 7".  When folded, this creates three equal panels.  The images are stamped on 2" circles and mounted on 2-3/8" red glimmer circles. When you attach the circles, line one up behind the other. 

Try this easy fancy fold! Thanks for sharing, Heather!

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Try a lantern for a unique Holiday card. This is the Light the Year Bundle #164092 combined with the Birch Wood 3D Embossing Folder #164069 sized 6 X 8-1/2".

This stamp set of 13 images has lovely sentiments.

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Have you tried any 3D Embossing Folders? They have EXTRA deep imprints and more details!! Be sure to use the #4 Specialty Plate #154711 for your machine's sandwich! These trees were sponge with Shaded Spruce ink using a Sponge Dauber #133773 . WOW, great result quickly!!

The base card is the NEW Basic Beige #164511 card stock color, a wonderful neutral! The sentiment is from the Christmas Labels Bundle #164101 with 12 holiday greetings.

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This is such a peaceful holiday card! It was created by my friend and team member, Barb Faulkner. She used the Yuletide Village Stamp Set #164310 and colored the images with Stampin' Up! BLENDS alcohol markers. There is Wink of Stella #141897 shimmer on the snow!

The Night of Navy background is embossed using the Snowflake Sky 3D Embossing Folder #162026. Thanks for sharing this pretty holiday card, Barb! 

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Three dollars from each purchase of this Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper #164209 will go towards children's literacy. Post your finished creations on social media with the hashtag #SUDifferenceMaker. 

This clever format shows BOTH sides of the Designer Paper! The Designer Paper is cut 4 X 5-1/4" and becomes the front of the card.  The pretty sentiment is from the Christmas Labels Bundle #164101.

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All is bright with this lovely Light the Year Bundle #164092 from Stampin' Up! The lantern image is heat embossed with Gold Embossing Powder to pair perfect with the Season of Elegance 12X12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #164144. 

The black base card has been embossed with the new Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder #164049. What's the sentiment?

The sentiment carries through the theme of "light!" All products are from the Stampin' Up! 2024 Sept-Dec Mini Catalog full of seasonal items!!

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If you are attending my Christmas Card Class this Saturday, you will make this FESTIVE Christmas card and coordinating envelope!! LUCKY YOU!!

This gorgeous cherry cobbler card features Joyful 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #161980 and More Dazzle 6 X 6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #161749.

You can create this fancy fold at home: cut base 11 X 4-1/4". Score at 1-1/2" and 7". EASY!

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This is the Fractured Card Technique using the lovely watercolored  Joy of Christmas 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161958.

The tall narrow Alphabet a la Mode Dies #160750 create the perfect JOY!

Here is a different format for NOEL. Watch my video to learn this very easy technique!!

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Navy and Gold are elegant! The Shining Brightly 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162378 is die cut with the versatile Timeless Arrangements Dies #161525 for striking results!!

The large bold sentiment, Joy to You Stamp Set #162090, is easy to read!

The base card is Night of Navy. Try it!

The Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133 is breath-taking!! So lovely and peaceful!

This is a class card in an easy Fancy Fold. Base card is 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 4" and 9-1/2". So simple!

This bold and easy to read sentiment is Joy To You Stamp Set #162090.

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This lovely Fancy Fold is 4-1/4" square to maximize the use of the pretty Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133. The Timeless Arrangements Dies #161525 create these dainty sprigs which are painted with Wink of Stella Glitter Brush #141897.

Cut the designer paper 11-1/2 X 4". Score at 3-1/2 and 7-1/2". Mount onto a Misty Moonlight base cut 4-1/4" square. EASY, and a great way to show off designer papers!

Use the medium Stampin' Up! envelope. A square envelope is an extra postage charge in the USA. 

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A peaceful nature Christmas card. This is the lovely Winter Meadow 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #162133. Click this image for a larger view. Then you can see the Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush #141897.

The Blackberry Bliss frame is cut with the online exclusive, Radiating Stitches Dies #161595. The base card is Smoky Slate, a very useful neutral. 

Inside is a large, easy to read sentiment from Joy to You Stamp Set #162090.

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Classic! Have you seen the Tartan Foil 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162332? It's an online exclusive and not in any Stampin' Up! publication. The bold, easy to read sentiment is the classic Joy to You Stamp Set #162090.

The sentiment is framed with the Countryside Corners Dies #161471. Colors are Lost lagoon and Pretty Peacock.

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Here is a fun and festive Holiday card using Stampin' Up!'s Merry & Bright Bundle #161951. The coordinating Merry Bold & Bright 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161945 has lots of primary colors to work with!!

This is a standard 4-1/4 X 5-1/2" base card. The striped/starred flap is 4 X 4", scored at 1/2". The 1/2" folds and attaches to the back of the base card. This cute Fancy Fold really shows off the colorful designer paper!

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This is a colorful, festive class project that could be a Christmas or winter Birthday card! The ADORABLE mitten is from the versatile Celebrate with Tags Stamp Set #159974.

The fun colorful paper is Merry Bold & Bright 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161945. Such a CHEERFUL card!!

This card was a recent class favorite. It's the Fractured Card Technique using the Shining Brightly 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162378. It pairs perfectly with the Night of Navy & Gold 1/2" Glittered Ribbon #162011.

Scroll down to my previous post of the Fractured Card Technique VIDEO! It's easier than you think! Try it!!

FESTIVE is the best word to describe the Merry & Bright Bundle #161951! It makes you HAPPY!

The letter "H" comes from the Alphabet a la Mode Dies #160750. Wink of Stella #141897 has been splattered on for sparkle!

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This bundle offers two types of Christmas lights.  Melon Mambo & Granny Apple 12 X 12" Foil Sheets #161953 add lots of reflection! Create for Christmas!

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Forty-eight sheets in this huge package of Celebrate Everything 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159913 for HOSTESSES!! WOW - that's lots of choices! This is a super quick and cute holiday card if you are late creating this year!

Directions: cut designer paper 12 X 3" and score at 4-1/4 and 9-1/2". One 12 X 12" sheet makes FOUR cards with NO waste!! Very economical!

This is a hostess reward product available until Jan. 4th when the 2022 Holiday Mini Catalog ENDS. TRY IT!!

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IF you haven't made your Christmas cards yet, here is a FAST SOLUTION! Grab some festive designer series papers and cut them 3 X 3". There will be NO WASTE!! Add a greeting layered on a coordinating specialty paper. MAIL!

This simple card was a class hit at my summer class titled Fast and Cute Christmas Cards!

This Painted Christmas 12 X 12" designer series paper #156292 makes a wonderful focal point! Your Christmas card does not have to be a masterpiece. A simple card can carry your message. Try it!

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The rich Cherry Cobbler color and the Gold Foil Framed Florets #162407 oval pair perfectly for your holiday messages! Use Adhesive Sheets #152334 before die cutting the oval for easy application.

The flowers are colored with Cherry Cobbler Blends Alcohol Markers #154880.

The envelope flap is covered with Festive Foils #159536. Try this stately design!

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This is a FANCY FOLD "Bridge Card!" It's the perfect layout to feature the ADORABLE Christmas Scottie Bundle with Punch #159744!!

TOP View. DIRECTIONS: The base card is 8 X 4-1/4", scored at 1-1/4 and 2-1/2" from each side. The "bridge" piece is 5-1/2" long and can vary in width. This one is 3/4" wide. So how do you mail this fancy fold card??

It flatten towards either side to insert into a medium Stampin' Up! envelope.

Colors are Crumb Cake base card with Basic White, Real Red, and Black. Such a fun card for ALL animal lovers!! Try it!

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This was a class card using the handy Handmade Wishes Bundle  with Punch #159691.

Directions for this easy Fancy Fold: Base card is 11 X 4-1/4", score at 3, 5-1/2,  and 8". It couldn't be easier!!

The second to last panel is for your message. The festive paper is Boughs of Holly 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159600. Try it!!

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My guest stamper today is Judy Trigg, friend and team member, from Illinois. I love this card! Judy used the Sweet Candy Canes Bundle #161052 and greenery from the Christmas Banner Dies #159576. The subtle diagonal background compliments the stripe in the candy cane! 

These colors are Basic White, Real Red and Parakeet Party.

Inside is an adorable strip of coordinating Sweetest Christmas 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159559. Perfect! Thanks for sharing, Judy!

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Have you ever made a Fancy Fold Easel Card? It creates a nice display!

Directions: The Cherry Cobbler Base card is 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 2-3/4".  The front panel folds and needs a "STOP." Any shape that is dimensionalized will work! This Fancy Fold folds flat for mailing. 

This card uses the Holly Leaves Bundle #159608 from the Jul - Dec Holiday Mini Catalog. These Holly Leaves have a Silver Foil base and a Rose Gold Foil overlay which was cut with Adhesive Sheets #152334 for easy application!!  The background is the Stitched Greenery Die #155451.

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This panel card was a class favorite recently. It features the Snowflake 12 X 12" Specialty Vellum #159832 and Blushing Bride card stock.

 This top view shows the panel fold. Write your message on the back middle panel.

Enjoy this simple pattern for the Panel Card. It stands nicely for display. It folds flat to fit our Medium Envelopes.

The sentiment is Handmade Wishes Bundle with Punch #159691.

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This cute Christmas paper is Sweetest Christmas 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159559. The Accordion Fold really shows off the papers!!

Directions: the base card is 11 X 4-1/4". Score at 1-1/2, 3, 5-1/2 and 8". EASY!!

The sentiment is the Handmade Wishes Bundle with Punch #159691. 

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Do you need an easy Holiday card?? This card is an easy WOW with the Snowflake 12 X 12" Specialty Vellum #159832. Cut the vellum 3 X 4" for NO WASTE!

Add additional sparkle with the Glitter Washi Tape #159973.

I love all the sentiments in the Christmas to Remember Stamp Set #156300. Try this easy, fast, economical holiday card!

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• Cozy & Bright Photopolymer Stamp Set
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• Gold foil accents
• Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
• 12 preprinted envelopes
• Enough adhesive to complete projects
• Linen thread
• A 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go
• Product colors: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Evening Evergreen, Garden Green, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie

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Scottie dogs are so cute, especially in this Christmas Scottie Bundle #159744 with PUNCH!! 

This cute paper is Sweetest Christmas 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper paired with Real Red and Garden Green colors.

Don't forget, I recently posted a Scottie Birthday card because this cute set covers MORE that Christmas!!

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Your Holiday cards should be in the mail. Now it's time to wrap gifts! My friend and Team member, Michelle Miller, used the Delicate Baubles Dies #156383 to create these fast gift tags!! The colors are Gorgeous Grape and Shaded Spruce.

For these smaller tags, Michelle used the Giving Gifts Dies #156563. These versatile tags could also be used as tree ornaments - especially if your pet or toddler is intrigued by the tree decorations! Tie these cute tags on holiday food items you give!

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Barb Faulkner, my friend and Team member, created this festive fancy fold card using the Merriest Moments Bundle #156783.

The base card is 4-1/4 x  8-1/2", scored at 5-1/2". The layer is 3 x 8", scored at 4". Simple and impressive!

The colors come from the versatile paper, Tidings of Christmas 6 x 6" Designer Series Paper #155718. Try this easy fancy fold!!

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Don't you LOVE a fun "Scrap Card Design?" We all have scraps. Don't waste them! These strips are 3/4" wide and can be varied!

Look closely! The strips are attached to RED FOIL PAPER #153510! Leaving a little gap between the strips, lets that foil paper SHINE!! It's a twist on the "OLDE Strip Card!" This paper is the Gingerbread & Peppermint 6X6" Designer Series Paper #156313.

 Start in the middle with 1 or 2 strips at an angle. Build out perpendicularly. Let strips extend beyond the edge. When done, flip over and trim off excess. It's fun. You might as well make several cards while you are at it!! TRY IT!!

Joyful and shiny! Gab some Red & Green 12 X 12" Foil Paper #153510 for impact!! Foil paper is so pretty when embossed, and this is the Evergreen Forest 3D Embossing Folder #153576. The red layer is Red Velvet 12 X 12" Paper #153490.

These doily layers were cut with the versatile Encircled in Beauty Dies #155546.

The inside features a red foil snowflake cut with the So Many Snowflakes Dies #153560.  MAKE SURE TO USE ADHESIVE SHEETS #152334 on delicate dies for a clean, easy application of your die cuts!!

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You can see why this card was a CLASS FAVORITE? The beautiful pink layer is Whimsy & Wonder 12 X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #156329.

These Wonderful Snowflakes #156340 are iridescent on one side and matte finish on the opposite side so can be colored. They would make perfect holiday "TABLE CONFETTI," too!!

Use Basic Grey ink pad for the sentiment to keep the color SOFT!!

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Nothing better than a lovely angel for a religious Christmas image! Angels of Peace Stamp Set #156365 pairs perfectly with the Merry Melody 3D Embossing Folder #156392. I added a "whisper" of sponging to the musical notes with Blushing Bride ink pad.

The base card is Mint Macaron with Stampin' Blends in Mint Macaron used for the Angel's dress. Wink of Stella #141897 makes the wings shimmer.

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Here is a colorful, festive Christmas card idea!! This is the  Evergreen Elegance Stamp Set #153313 from the Annual Catalog. What a statement of colors: Melon Mambo, Poppy Parade, Petal Pink, Bumble Bee, Garden Green, Coastal Cabana, Pacific Point inks were used for the trees.  The base card is Coastal Cabana and measures 8-1/2" x 3-1/2". Make your holiday COLORFUL!! 

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Show off pretty designer papers with this easy TRI-FOLD WITH BELLYBAND Fancy Fold format!! This lovely holiday paper is Whimsy & Wonder 12 x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #156329.

Cut the base card 5-1/2 x 11". Score at 1-3/4, 5-1/2 and 9-3/4".  Bellyband is 1 x 11". It's sooo easy and impressive!!

The accent snowflake is from So Many Snowflakes Dies #153560. Try this FUN FOLD!!

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LOTS of holidays are coming that need little treats!! These Pretty Pillow Box Dies #156321 are the perfect answer!! They assemble in a flash and are adorable in small print designer papers!! Finished size is 3-1/2 x 2 x 3/4". These cuties were made by Barb Faulkner, my friend and team member!

This sweet paper is Whimsy & Wonder 12 x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #156329.

This delicious paper is Gingerbread & Peppermint 6 x 6" Designer Series Paper #156313.

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