Fluttering Garden Reverse Gate Fold

Apr 4, 2026 | 2025-2026 Annual Catalog, Annual Catalog, Fun Fold Technique, Gallery, Kim's Creations, Paper Pumpkin, Video | 0 comments

Did you know that Paper Pumpkin started in 2013, and since then has shipped more than 5.2 million kits? That’s amazing!

What is Paper Pumpkin? It’s a monthly kit subscription delivered to your mailbox each month. Although there are sneak peeks, it’s mostly a surprise when you open your box and look at the contents. Kits vary from cards, to treat packets, to home decor. They arrive with everything you need to make the project inside, including card bases, die cuts, mini ink pad, stamp set, embellishments, envelopes, adhesives, and directions. First-time subscribers receive a free, clear block. Click here to subscribe or contact me for more information.

Generally, when my kit arrives, I make the kit as instructed. However, in the last few months, I’ve created alternates — cards and/or projects using many of the kit’s components. There’s even a Facebook page (Paper Pumpkin Fan Club), where crafters can post their alternates, and others can view them for inspiration.

Here’s a picture of the cards created exactly as the kit shows. This kit makes three each of three desings.

For today’s card, I used March’s Fluttering Garden Paper Pumpkin Kit to create a Reverse Gate Fold fun fold.

Measurements and Details

• Pool Party cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored at 1 7/8, 3, 5 1/2, and 6 5/8
• Cut up the card base from the kit: two pieces measuring 5 1/4 x 1 5/8
• Cut the card base from the kit: one piece measuring 5 1/4 x 2 1/4
• Stamped the garden/grass image with Pool Party ink on those pieces before adhering to card base.
• Spotlight on Nature die cut from card base
• I took apart one of the envelopes and die cut it with the largest circle from the Stylish Shapes Dies.
• Used sentiment and hummingbird die cut images included in the kit
• Added gems, also included in the kit

Here’s another look at the card:

How to Video

From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I give instructions for creating a Reverse Gate Fold fun fold. Note: The video demonstrators a card using different materials than the one shown in today’s post. However, it uses the same principles for cutting and scoring.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoy my Paper Pumpkin alternative. Consider purchasing a subscription. All of the work is done for you; just put the cards together. Everything you need is in one box! After the initial subscription month, you can skip or cancel. Subscribers are also offered refills (when available) and add-on die cuts.

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona.

April Ordering Special

Place a minimum order of $75 or more (before tax,shipping and any redeemed rewards) from my online store and I’ll send you a padded Priority Mail envelope filled with retired Stampin’ Up! product from my personal stash. 

• Each envelope is different. It’s a mystery, right?
• Each package will include a variety of retired (gently used) items such as a bundle, at least one stamp set, 20 sheets of miscellanous 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper and specialty paper, and either ribbon, gems, and other fun crafting items. All products are “as is.”
• Once you place your order via my online store, I’ll mail your package through Pirate Ship. I’ll even pay the postage costs!
• No refunds or exchanges.
• Shipping in US only. Offer valid only through me, Kim Quade.
• Happy stamping!

Click here to shop the online store. Please contact me if you have questions about product or shopping. Offer valid through April 2026 or while supplies last. Note: When your order reaches $75 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), you’re able to add the Product of the Month to your cart for just $5.

Supply List

Click on any of the pictures below to shop for the products to create this card at home: