I’ve got lots to share with you all today. Are you ready for lots of gorgeous card making ideas and inspiration? In my video, linked below, join me for some happy mail and an Annual Catalog Card Swap from my WOW Team. But first, I’ll teach you how to create the card that was my contribution to the swap. It’s an easy accordion fancy fold that can be adapted to lots of occasions. Be sure to stay to the end of the video for an important announcement.
I love incorporating fancy folds into my card making? How about you? The best part about this fold is that you can show off lots of designer series paper. And you know we all have those scraps laying around. This fold is a perfect way to show those off.
I’ve used two new bundles from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog on this one. Be sure to add the True Beauty and Charming Sentiments bundles to your card making arsenal. Ready to open up this accordion fold to reveal all those lovely papers.
The Textured Chic Specialty DSP package is filled with lovely patterns, highlighted with gold foiling. Lots of choices for some masculine cards along with a lovely Christmas option as well.
In today’s video tutorial, I’ll show off all the other cards from my WOW Team Swap. Be sure to stay to the end of the video. I’ve got some important news to share.
Here’s how the magic happens.
- Card Base – Petal Pink CS – 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″
- Base Mat – Pool Party CS – 4″ x 5 1/4″, embossed with the Quatrefoil Embossing Folder
- Accordion – Petal Pink CS – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored @ 3″, 5 1/2″, 8″ and 9 1/2″
- Bellyband – Petal Pink CS – 1″ x 9 1/2″, scored @ 2 3/4″ & 7 1/8″, embossed with the Quatrefoil Embossing Folder
- Stamped Images & Stitched Circle – 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″. Stamp the flower in Petal Pink, two sets of leaves in Soft Succulent, thank you sentiment in Evening Evergreen. Cut the 2nd to largest stitched circle with the die from the Stylish Shapes die set.
- Sprigs – Evening Evergreen CS – two @ 2″ x 3 1/2″. Gold Foil – two @ 1 1/4″ x 2 3/4″. Cut the images with the dies from the Organic Beauty die set.
- Envelope – Basic White
- Pearls – 3 small, colored with the Dark Soft Succulent Blend
- Butterflies – Brushed Brass – 1 large and 2 small
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Thanks again for following my work during my Stampin’ Up! journey. I’m ready for my new beginning. If you happen to be at a crossroads and need a prayer to help guide your decision, here is the prayer that I shared at the end of my video.
Until next time, Create Something Beautiful,
Thank you Susan for all your inspiration you have shared with us. I love your work and have made many of your cards. Will we continue to have access to your videos and how the magic happens? I wish you all the best on your new journey. God Bless, Sandy SU Demo
Thank you Susan for all the good times we shared on YouTube . We will keep you in our prayers
I will so miss you. You have inspired me in so many ways. I ended my Stampin Up journey a few years ago, but that didn’t stop me from being inspired by you to try new techniques. I hope you find something to light your fire again. Please take care and look after yourself. Sending you blessings and hugs. xx
Susan,
God is with you always and He does have a plan for you and your next steps. I pray that you will have discernment as to what He wants to accomplish in you and through you!
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” Proverbs 19:21
We are so blessed already, just to know Him!
Hi Nola, I love this accordion fold and am working on it today.i don’t have the same products. I’m using Hand Pened. I’m new, only six months doing cards
Thanks Susan for all that you have shared. I really love your style of creations and I have made a few of your cards. You will be missed. I hope your next journey brings you joy like you have brought to me.
Susan,
I have been wondering where you were and hoping that you are doing well.
You are a great inspiration to me and will be missed. I looked forward to viewing your posts. I have learned to try new things and step it up in my card making.
May God bless and guide you in your next phase of life.
Thank you for all o your inspirations. I have always looked forward to your videos. Your cards are a wow . I have cased so many of your cards. You will be missed on you tube. Good luck.
I want to say , How you have inspired me to be a better card maker! I have learned more techniques from you then anyone else! You are amazing. I send my prayers to you , and Blessing on your journey in life. May the Lord keep you safe and give you strength in what ever path you take! I have 2 , 4 inch binders full of your cards. I will treasure them. And refer to them to make amazing cards. I sure will miss you! God Bless in everything you do!