From the front, this card looks like your normal, side-opening card. But there’s a little surprise. It’s a little fun fold.
Here’s what it actually looks like when it’s “open.”
What do you think? Cute, right? This is one reason I love Stampin’ Up!’s Balloon Festoon Bundle so much. I keep finding different ways to use both the dies and the images.
To make the shaped, folded card, I used a piece of Stampin’ Up!’s Daffodil Delight Two-Tone Cardstock measuring 9 x 3 1/4. I folded it in half, giving it a good burnish with the Bone Folder. I then placed the folded cardstock on the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and grabbed the second largest balloon die, placing the top of the die just above the fold.
Here’s a picture to show you what I mean.
After die cutting it can be placed on the card front or used as a stand-alone mini card.
The two-tone cardstock works perfectly for this fun fold because it’s a little lighter weight. And, the two-tone lighter side allows you a opportunity to write a message without adding additional white cardstock.
Measurements and Details
Lost Lagoon cardstock base measuring 5 1/2 x 4 1/4
Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Balloon die cut as directed above
Lost Lagoon cardstock piece stamped with Pretty Peacock ink
White Baker’s Twine
Array of Dots (Pretty Peacock) gems
I hope you like this fun fold! And, I hope you can see why I love the Balloon Festoon Bundle so much! Please get in touch if you have questions about this card or any other stamping project. I’m happy to help.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
Supply List
Click on any of the graphics below to shop online for the products to create this card at home.
I don’t think I’ll every run out of card-making ideas with Stampin’ Up!’s new Balloon Festoon Bundle. Find it in the May-August 2026 Mini Catalog. The seven balloon dies make it easy to create a variety of projects. The largest balloon — measuring 5 3/4 x 4 3/16 — is perfect for making banners or for use on a scrapbook page.
For today’s card, I concentrated on the monochromatic look with just one color — Berry Burst. I also really like the new Painted Patterns 12 x 12 Designer Series Papers. Stampin’ Up! offers them in our color families of Brights, Regals, Subtles, and Neutrals as well as Basics and the 2026-2028 In Colors. The polka dots and stripes patterns provide a path to easy card making.
Brights Painted Patterns 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper
Measurements and Details
Berry Burst cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Fresh Freesia cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Stamped stars and sentiment in Berry Burst ink
Berry Burst cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 1 3/4
Painted Patterns 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (Berry Burst stripe piece) measuring 5 1/4 x 1 1/2
Vellum cardstock die cut with circle from Stylish Shapes Dies
Balloon die cut with coordinating dies from Painted Patterns 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper (Berry Burst polka dot pattern)
White Baker’s Twine
I hope you find this card quick and easy. Imagine using this layout with other Stampin’ Up! complementary colors.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
Supply List
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Today, I’m sharing a fun fold using this bundle. Be sure to watch the video below to see how this card comes together. I think you’ll find it very quick and easy, but oh, so cute!
Measurements and Details
Secret Sea cardstock base measuring 5 1/2 x 4 1/2
Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Three balloons (second largest) die cut from different patterns of the Beautiful Ordinary Life Designer Series Paper
Secret Sea 3/8-inch Bordered Open Weave Ribbon
Sentiment stamped on an inside Basic White panel with Strawberry Slush ink
Here’s what the card looks like open.
How to Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for putting this card together.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this or any other stamping project.
Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona
Supply List
Click on any of the graphics below to shop online for the products to create this card at home.
May Free Card Kit Offer
Get the kit to make one each of these four projects with a minimum purchase during May. Read all of the details here.
This last week, I held in-person classes in my home in Mesa, Arizona. Usually, I choose one bundle and we create three cards and projects using that same bundle. This time, We crafted with three different brand-new Stampin’ Up! bundles. This is one of the cards we made. It card uses Stampin’ Up!’s Relaxing Waterside Bundle and the Waterside Retreat 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. My favorite pieces are the two choices of Adirondack chairs. I also love that you can add a book or a cup of coffee to the arm of the chair.
I feel this bundle is perfect for creating cards and projects for both males and females. And, it’s perfect for those who love the water, be it a lake, river, or ocean.
Measurements and Details
Gray Granite cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Gray Granite cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Waterside Retreat 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 1 3/4
Misty Moonlight cardstock strip measuring 5 1/4 x 1/4
Vellum Specialty Paper die cut with Stylish Shapes Dies
Chair stamped in Pecan Pie ink on Crumb Cake card stock
Birthday sentiment stamped in Misty Moonlight
Booked stamped with Misty Moonlight ink on Gray Granite cardstock and die cut with coordinating die
Click here to see another card I created using this new offering.
Get the Berry Botanical Vellum for just $5 when your online Stampin’ Up! purchase totals $75 or more before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards. You receive 12 sheets: three each of four designs. Remember, the Product of the Month is available only while supplies last and is limited to one per person. Be sure to grab your package before it’s gone. Click here to shop the online store.
Measurements and Details
Peaceful Pine cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Berry Botanical Vellum–Peaceful Pine dotted piece measuring 5 1/4 x 4
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