How to make a Fancy Fold TAB Card VIDEO
10/25/2024
Snowy Scenes 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164333
Sparkling Snowflakes Stamp Set #162158
Snowy Scenes 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164333
Sparkling Snowflakes Stamp Set #162158
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.
*This post was edited because I had the incorrect creator.
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!
Try this!!
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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The dark, rich colors in the Regal Winter 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164156 are perfect for sympathy messages. Here it is pair with Fresh Freesia color for the sentiment.
This is a Double "Z", fancy fold card. Cut the base card 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2". Cut the layer 8-1/4 X 3", scored at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2".
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Here is a cute, easy Fancy Fold card idea that you will love to make for the Holidays!
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The dark moody florals of Regal Winter 12X12" Designer Series Paper #164156 are coming in the Sept - Dec Mini Catalog beginning Sept. 4th! These are so pretty for Autumn!! Check out this fancy fold that shows BOTH side of the designer paper!
Cut a base card of Cherry Cobbler color 5-1/2 X 5-1/4" and score at 1" on the short side. For the card front, cut designer paper 5-1/4 x 4". This is an easy card and an efficient designer paper cut. The black strip is 5-1/4 x 3/4" and embossed with the NEW Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder #164049 coming Sept. 4th!
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Autumn is coming!! Check out this cute online exclusive Iconic Celebrations 6X6" Designer Series Paper #164193. The images on the paper are the same as the Autumn Leaves Dies #162185!
This is a Z-Fold design: cut the base card stock 4-1/4 X 11" and score at 2-3/4 and 5-1/2". It's so easy!!
Create for Autumn now!!
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This beautiful Nests of Winter Bundle is COMING in the Sept-Dec Mini Catalog starting September 4th. This sweet card was created by my friend and team member, Barb Faulkner of Illinois. The layout is an easy fancy fold where the bottom front is cut 1-1/4" short .
These colors pop! Pool Party and Real Red are a great pairing. Thank you Barb, for sharing such a lovely creation!
If you are a regular shopper with me, you will be receiving the NEW 2024 Sept-Dec Mini Catalog full of seasonal and holiday products! Watch for it!!
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Check out this sweet TAB CARD created with the Something Fancy Dies #160424. The cute little flower die is separate, which allows it to be placed anywhere you desire! The 2024-2026 In Color Glimmer 12X12" Specialty Paper #163771 adds an interesting layer to emphasize the shape.
The card that opens is 8-1/2 X 3-1/4" scored at 4-1/4". The TAB arm is 1" wide but that width is flexible. The base card is Petunia Pop color embossed with the NEW Dashing Design 3D Embossing Folder #163483. The printed paper is Unbounded Beauty 12X12" Designer Series Paper #163372.
Give this adorable Fancy Fold a try. It's quick and cute!!
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Let the designer paper SPEAK!! Full of Life 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163357 is FUN and geometric!! This is an easy TAB Fancy Fold card!
Here is the layout of this fancy fold. The opening card is 3-1/4 X 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4". The tab is 7/8" wide, but can vary. The base circle is 2".
Check out the Full of Life Suite #163369 for MORE items to coordinate with these playful papers! It's happy and colorful! Try it!
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This stamp set is designed to create any citrus fruits - orange, lemon or grapefruit! COOL!! Sweet Citrus Stamp Set #160641 has coordinating Sweet Citrus Hybrid Embossing Folder and Dies #160644. This card is a Gate Fold, fancy fold. Colors are Starry Sky and Pumpkin Pie papers with Crushed Curry ink.
What a FUN sentiment!! These products retire April 30, 2024 and supplies are limited.
Here is an easy handmade card for a Birthday. This Brewed for You Stamp Set #159087 has coordinating Brewed Dies #159092 for increased creativity! Cut 2-1/4"off the right front of the card base to make this easy fancy fold. SIMPLE!!
These adorable products are retiring April 30th, so purchase soon! They'd be a great addition to your stamp collection!
This sweet Z-Fold card was a recent class favorite! It pairs the Everyday Details Bundle #162865 with the Delightfully Eclectic 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161640. Pink and Green are simply a charming duo!
To create this Fancy Fold, cut a base card 4-1/4 X 11". Score at 2-1/2 and 5-1/2". This displays designer paper so nicely!
The Tea Cup is colored with Stampin' Up! BLENDS, alcohol markers: Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly and Old Olive.
This is such a FUN bundle, Earthen Textures Bundle #161514! My recent class loved these products. The tall pot is perfect for this 3X6" card format. Simply cut the base card 6X6" and score at 3". The base is Black and the layer and envelope are Copper Clay color. Very Earthy!
These narrow pot filler leaves are die cut using Adhesive Sheets #152334. It's easy and eliminates the "oozing liquid glue!" The pot is die cut from the Rose Gold 12 X 12" Specialty Paper #159139.
This 3 X 6" Slimline Envelope is very easy to create with this FREE PATTERN I'm sharing with you. This size is mailable in the USA and requires standard first class postage.
This card is a tropical delight featuring big colorful leaves like Caladium and Elephant Ears! This is the Online Exclusive Tropical Leaf Bundle with Punch #161249! These actual leaves come in an abundance of colorful greens, pinks and reds!! Just google "caladium" to see all the varieties!
These are the real thing! See how the arrow shaped leaves point downward.
This is a gate fold card and the colors are Garden Green and Petal Pink. The pottery is Rose Gold Foil #159139 die cut with Earthen Textures Dies #161513.
Inside this gate fold card.
Be sure to check out Stampin' Up!'s online exclusives!! They are not in any publication.
Here is a wonderful bundle of products that aren't flowers! The textures are fascinating! It's a pleasure to use!
Earthen Elegance Suite #161518
on page 70 of the Annual Catalog.
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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!
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.
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.
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!
Try this JOLLY greeting!!
What a great pairing, All About Autumn Bundle #162186 and So Sincere Stamp Set #162283! The vertical sentiment fits perfectly when the card front is cut one inch short.
The All About Autumn 6X6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #162178 has geometric foil designs on one side and Fall images on the other.
This would be a perfect Birthday card for a man! Have you felt the season changing?
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Here is a different way to use masks, also known as stencils! Using the new Abundant Beauty Decorative Masks #162331, trace around each petal with a fine tip marker. Then use BLENDS to apply your color. Try different colors like: Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather and Smoky Slate. Splatter with Wink of Stella #141897 to add shimmer. This is FUN!!
The base card is a simple "Z" fold, 11 X 4-1/4", scored at 5-1/2 and 2-3/4". The Basics 3D Embossing Folders #161598 was used to emboss the Fresh Freesia and Highland Heather cards stocks. The base is Basic Grey card stock.
Inside
Increase your options with masks by using this easy Blends method! HAVE FUN with colors, too!
Demonstrator Dana Meacham was the SWAP WINNER at my recent Midwest North Star Stampers Annual Demonstrator Gathering! She did an outstanding job with the Stargazing Suite #161189! This is a Fancy Fold that opens twice. The base card is a basic "Z Fold." Dana used Blending Brushes to add color to the astronaut before die cutting.
She paired the Stargazing 12X12" Designer Series Paper #161175 with the Holographic Trio 12X12" Specialty Designer Series Paper #161744. It's a WOW!!
The inside opens upward to view the sentiment. Thank you for a "STELLAR" creation, Dana! There were lots of other great swaps, too!
What a cute olde truck!! This is the Online Exclusive Trucking Along Bundle w/ Truck Punch #162306! It is not shown in the catalog, but is available in my Online Store. Just click SHOP at the end of this post.
This Fancy Fold Easel Card is the perfect format to show off this "sunny message!" Cut your base card stock 4-1/4 X 11". Score at 5-1/2 and 2-3/4". Elevate a "STOP" for the card front to rest against. It's easy and fun!!
Attach only the lower half of the front layer to the base card.
The sunny yellow truck is colored with Daffodil Delight Blends. The Blueberry Bushel paper is Glorious Gingham 6X6" Designer Series Paper #163170.
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It's basic and versatile! Circle Saying Bundle #161355 comes with a circle punch. Images and sentiments mix and match for lots of needs. This layout features Brights 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161643 in Berry Burst! Such a happy color!
Cut off 3" from the front of the base card. Attach a Designer Paper cut 4 X 5-1/4". This easy fancy fold shows off both side of the Designer Paper! Be sure to cover the envelope flap for a GREAT presentation! Send a SMILE!!
Lots of choices is what you get with the charming Countryside Corners Dies #161471!
The cute notes are made by NOT DIE CUTTING the folded edge of the card. Simply position the die off the folded edge of the cardstock. It's very simple and gives you a uniquely shaped card!
Inside, use the same dies to shape the white layer.
The base card is Misty Moonlight color...sort of a denim look.
The cute layers are cut from Neutrals 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161641. Sentiments are Go To Greetings #158763. Try this!
There is a surprise inside!! This is the NEW Moody Mauve color combined with the Fresh as a Daisy Suite #161301!
SURPRISE! It's an explosion card sure to make the receiver SMILE!! The white circle is a place to handwrite your message! The "explosion" was created with the Fresh as a Daisy 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #161289.
This fun, versatile Daisy Suite would be a delightful addition to YOUR stamp stash!!
Tomorrow, May 2nd, the EXCITING, NEW 2023-2024 Annual Catalog STARTS!! I JUST LOVE NEW PRODUCTS!!! This extremely versatile Circle Sayings Bundle with 2-3/8" Circle Punch #161355 is going to get lots of use by ME!! The fun paper is Brights 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161643.
Did you notice?? I cut 3" off the front of the card and replaced it with a piece of the designer paper cut 4 X 5-1/4". This shows off BOTH sides of the designer paper!! This color is Melon Mambo.
2023-2024 Annual Catalog starts TOMORROW, 5/2/2023!!
This lovely gold foil die cut and embossed shell makes a wonderful focal point!! It's die cut with Seaside Seashells Dies #156095 and embossed with Seashells 3D Embossing Folder #154309.
The By The Bay 6X6" Specialty Designer Series Paper #160434 compliments the shell PERFECTLY!! The sentiments are from Friends are Like Seashells #158203.
For this fancy fold card, simply cut 1-1/4" off the right front edge. This gives a place to show more designer paper!
Last Chance List ENDS May 1st.
Collect your scraps and make this card! This is such a cheery, vibrant card! That's probably why it was a recent class favorite!!
Cut card stock strips about 1/4 to 1/2" wide. Attach the strips to a card stock base. I chose to attach these diagonally for more interest.
Flip over the card stock and trim off the strips that protrude beyond the edges. Mount to a slightly larger Black layer.
Next, mount butterflies from the Brilliant Wings Dies #155523, die cut with Black Card Stock!! These dies are currently on the Last Chance List: regularly $44, FOR ONLY $17.80 while supplies last!! It's a SUPER DEAL!!!
This is a Gate Fold card, used in the landscape format. Try a scrap card!! Try using all brights or all pastels. Have fun playing with this fun scrap technique!!
So sorry to see this lovely Art Gallery Stamp Set #158201 and Floral Gallery Dies #154316 retire on May 1st! The Stamparatus #146276, positioning tool, is also retiring.
Here is a class hit from my recent Mail for Males Cards Class!! Brewed for You Bundle #159093 is PERFECT for the guys in your life!!
And surprise! This is an Easel Fancy Fold Card! Cut base card stock 11 X 4-1/4", and score at 5-1/2 and 2-3/4". SIMPLE. Add a "stop" for the front edge to rest against and make sure to "dimensionalize" it!
Inside is a great sentiment!!
Add Wink of Stella glitter pen #141897 to the beer foam, just for FUN!!
SHARI BALL of Illinois
I offered my demonstrator Team, North Star Stampers, a random chance to win a product gift certificate from me. If they sent me a fancy fold birthday card, their name would go into a random drawing. Shari Ball, my direct Team member from Illinois won the drawing and has a Gift Certificate to ENJOY!! CONGRATS, to SHARI, who has been a demonstrator since 2004!!
Shari's floral card is an interlocking gate fold. Thanks to all Team members that entered!! I sure enjoyed getting your cards!! Hurray for handmade cards!!
This Double Box Fold card features the Online Exclusive: Hello, Irresistible 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #161139. The base card color is Soft Succulent.
This fancy fun fold collapses to the right and folds flat for mailing.
The backside has plenty of room to write your personal message.
The view from the bottom clearly shows the two boxes. Here are the fancy fold directions:
Download Double Box Fun Fold Card
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This card was a recent class favorite! This gorgeous paper is Pretty Prints 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159245 which coordinates with the Sun Prints Suite in the Annual Catalog on pages 90-91. The coordinating card stock I used is Soft Succulent.
Inside. The designer paper that creates the card front is cut 4 X 5-1/4". This fancy fold shows off both sides of the designer paper.
The sentiment, die cut, and embossing folder on the envelope flap, are from the coordinating Sun Prints Suite of products #158805! So pretty and so versatile!!
I had fun with color! I use quite a bit of black card stock, all year around. Black POPS all colors! These butterflies are cut with the Brilliant Wings Dies #155523. I applied Adhesive Sheets #152334 to the back of the black card stock before die cutting. This creates a "sticker," so application is quick and clean!! The backgrounds are Subtles 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #159255. These paper packs are SO HANDY and great for envelopes flaps, too!!
This is a fancy fold. The base is 4-1/4 X 5-1/2". The center is simply a narrow card, cut 8-1/2 X 3", scored at 4-1/4" and mounted on the center of the base. Simple. Try it!
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Purchase regular & clearance items at the same time! YES, clearance counts towards your Sale-A-Bration FREE items for each and every $50 or $100 purchased!!
My favorite Clearance item:
Easter Friends Stamp Set is now in Clearance....going fast!
Yummy in the Tummy!! Share a Milkshake Bundle #160396 is lots of fun!! Create your favorite ice cream dishes! This one is chocolate stamped with Soft Suede ink. The color of the soda glass is Soft Sea Foam.
This is a Fancy Fold "Z" card card. The word "YUM," is created with the Alphabet a la Mode Dies #160750. The letters are narrow, but TALL so you can get more letters on a card front! Use the handy Adhesive Sheets #152334 on the backside of the cardstock BEFORE die cutting letters. They become stickers for a clean, quick application!
during Sale-A-Bration!
Send a BIG Birthday squeeze with this zesty Sweet Citrus Bundle with Dies #160645!! It's nicely paired with Regency Park 6 X 6" Designer Series Paper #160559. All these products are in the Spring Mini Catalog.
This easy Tri Fold fancy fold card is 10-3/4 X 4", scored at 1-3/4, 4-3/4 and 7-3/4 inches. It shows off the Designer Papers so well!
ANYONE would love this zesty card to celebrate their Birthday!! Try it!
during Sale-A-Bration Promo!!
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!!
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!!
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.
Inside
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.
This lovely Birthday card was created by Michelle Miller, my friend and team member!
This is a perfect fancy fold to show off this boarder print from Rustic Harvest 12 X 12" Designer Series Paper #159633. Cut the Designer Paper 11-1/2" X 5-1/4". Score at 3-1/2" and 7-1/2", then mount onto 5-1/2 X 4-1/4" card stock.
Michelle applied Wink of Stella glitter #141897 on all dark red flowers. Lovely, Michelle!
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.