With Father's Day next month, it's time to start creating our handmade cards for this special day and today's project is a fun fold card using the fabulous Let's Go Fishing Suite from Stampin' Up!

This special day to honor fathers is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with a handmade card? Today, we're diving into a fun project using the Let's Go Fishing Suite Collection (English) [161546]from Stampin' Up! Get ready to create a memorable card for that special dad in your life.

Our featured fold for this project is the easel fold, a simple yet effective design that adds a touch of fun and creativity to your card. Not only does it allow the recipient to display your creation proudly, but it also adds an extra element of surprise and delight.

The assembly of this card was featured in a current LIVE broadcast.  Watch the video then read on for the details so that you can create one as well!

Correction for video: Score card base at 2 1/8 and 4 1/4.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676]: Card base- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2; scored at 2 1/8 and 4 1/4 and for front layer- 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.
• Wild Wheat Cardstock [161725]:  Strip - 1 x 5 3/8 and for punch - 3 x 3.
• Boho Blue Cardstock [161724]: For Punch - 3 x 3
• Let's Go Fishing Designer Series Paper [161534]: Flies print - 4 1/8 x 5 3/8, Boho Blue strip- 1 1/2 x 5 1/4, (2) trout fussy cut from fish print

Here are the supplies used on this project:

• Let's Go Fishing Suite Collection (English) [161546]
• Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]
• Wild Wheat 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161725]
• Boho Blue 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161724]
• Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [101650]
• Let's Go Fishing 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161534]
• Wild Wheat Classic Stampin' Pad [161651]
• Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Boho Blue Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161659]
• Wild Wheat Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161661]
• Pebbled Path Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161658]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• 2" (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch [133782]
• 2 3/8" (6 Cm) Circle Punch [161354]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Stampin' Seal+ [149699]
• Linen Thread [104199]
• Classic Matte Dots [158146]

Your Father's Day easel fold card is ready to impress.  The Let's Go Fishing Suite Collection (English) [161546] from Stampin' Up! offers a fantastic array of elements to make this project truly memorable. Whether it's for your dad, grandfather, or any special father figure in your life, this handmade card will surely bring a smile to their face.

So, grab your supplies and get ready to make Father's Day extra special with a fun fold card using the Let's Go Fishing Suite. Happy crafting!

In this week's premiere video, this simple technique with patterned paper was the star!  It is a very easy technique and an awesome way to use your patterned paper scraps.  Also featured is one of my favorite stamp sets in the new Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog, Courage & Faith.

Share your faith and bring encouragement to others with the Courage & Faith Stamp Set. This versatile set is perfect for creating cards, bookmarks, and more with its meaningful scripture references and beautiful designs. Use the included floral branch stamps or circle designs in this set to create perfect borders or centerpieces for your paper crafting projects. Here's another beautiful card from yesterday's post with this stamp set.

You can watch the recording of the video.  Watch then get ready to create some stunning backgrounds with this paper strip technique.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867]: Card Base 4 1/4 x 11; Layer- 4 7/8 x 3 5/8.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]: 4 3/4 x 3 1/2; Layer- 5 x 3 3/4, and a 4 x 5 piece to die cut circle.
• Delightfully Eclectic 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161640]: (4) 1 x 6 pieces.  I find it easier to start with the center piece first.

Here are the supplies used for this card...

• Courage & Faith Cling Stamp Set (English) [161500]
• Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Delightfully Eclectic 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161640]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154885]
• Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161673]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Linen Thread [104199]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Brushed Brass Butterflies [158136]

Ready to give this simple technique with patterned paper a try?  We'd love to see your work in our Facebook Group, Ink and Inspirations Stampers, so join us there!

Let's start the week with this wedding card (or card for any celebration) using a touch of gold with vanilla.    Featured here is one of our carry-over sets, the Color & Contour Photopolymer Stamp Set [154994].

Here's the tutorial so you can re-create it!

Supplies:

• Color & Contour Photopolymer Stamp Set [154994]
• Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [144237]
• Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [101650]
• Versamark Pad [102283]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Scalloped Contours Dies [155560]
• Double Oval Punch [154242]
• Metallics Embossing Powders [155555]
• Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]
• Timeworn Type 3 D Embossing Folder [156505]
• Festive Pearls [159963]
• Gold & Vanilla 3/8" (1 Cm) Satin Edged Ribbon [159555]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Stampin' Seal+ [149699]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

Measurements:
Card Base: Very Vanilla Thick – 1 pc. 4 1/4 x 11. Score at 5 1/2.
Cardstock #2: Very Vanilla – 4 x 5 1/4 for embossed layer, 3 x 5 for die cutting scalloped rectangle, and 4 x 4 to punch ovals.
Ribbon: (2) 5 1/2 - 6 inches

Instructions:

• Score Thick Very Vanilla at 5 1/2. Fold and burnish.
• Emboss large Very Vanilla piece with embossing folder.
• Die cut scalloped rectangle .
• Stamp image in VersaMark on scalloped rectangle; stamp sentiment in VersaMark on 4 x 4 piece.
• Heat emboss with gold embossing powder. Punch sentiment with scalloped oval.
• Adhere these embossed pieces to large layer about 1 inch from the bottom.
• Take one piece of ribbon and stretch across beneath scalloped pieces. Adhere two ends on back with adhesive.
• Tie bow with other piece of ribbon and attach as shown with a glue dot.
• Adhere this entire piece to card front.
• Attach three gold Festive Pearls.
• Finish inside as desired.

Although this card was created with a wedding couple in mind, this style is appropriate for a birthday,  graduation, retirement, anniversary or any celebratory occasion. If you were to make this wedding card, would you vanilla as I did here or create it in white?  Would you use gold or silver? Let me know what you would use for a wedding card in the comments below!

Today's card project looks like a tag but it's a fun fold card called the Tag Fold.  With the right tools, it's super easy and really fun to make!

This card was the feature in this week's LIVE video on Facebook and YouTube.  Highlighted here is the new Circle Sayings Bundle (English) [161355] that should be in every card maker's stash of supplies.  I mean, who doesn't love a good circle punch!  However, the "star" punch is the Best Trio Punch.

Here's the recording of the video so you can see the how-to...

Lisa's Inklings:

• Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243] card base is 4 1/4 x 11, scored at 4 and 6 3/4.
• Bright & Beautiful 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [161449] is cut 4 x 3 3/4 for front/top piece and 4 x 4 for the bottom piece.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]: 4 x 2 1/2 and scrap for circle punch.
• Bubble Bath 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161718]: 4 x 4 to die cut Stylish Shapes circle.

Here are the supplies used for this tag fold card:

• Circle Sayings Bundle (English) [161355]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243]
• Bubble Bath 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161718]
• Bright & Beautiful 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [161449]
• Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [147143]
• Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
• Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels [158130]
• Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897]
• Very Best Trio Punch [159878]
• White 3/8''  Glittered Organdy Ribbon [156408]
• Sweet Sorbet 1/8'' Metallic Woven Ribbon [159200]

We would love to see your version of this tag fold card!  Snap a photo of your project and share it over in our Ink and Inspirations Stampers Group on Facebook!

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If you are a card maker and looking for an idea for a Mother's Day gift or a gift for a friend, here's the answer!

This week's premiere video project is this pretty folder for holding handmade cards.  This project features one of our new bundles and collections of designer series papers, Timeless Arrangements Bundle (English) [161526] and Countryside Inn 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161467]. 

Here is the recording of the video that aired this week...

Lisa's Inklings:

For the folder, cut card stock to 6 1/4 x 10 3/4. Score at 4 3/4 and 6.
For the inner box to hold the cards, cut card stock 5 x 8 3/8.
Score at 2" on all 4 sides.  Cut and assemble as shown in the video.
For cover layers, cut 2 pieces of card stock 6 x 4  1/2.
Die cut the heart from a scrap piece of card stock.
Designer paper: 1 x 12 for the box border and 2 pieces of 5 7/8 x 4 3/8 for the front and back layers.

Here are the supplies used for this project:

• Timeless Arrangements Bundle (English) [161526]
• Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153081]
• Night Of Navy 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100867]
• Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146982]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Countryside Inn 12" X 12" Designer Series Paper [161467]
• Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [153118]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154830]
• Soft Sea Foam Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154902]
• Balmy Blue/White 1/2" Variegated Ribbon [160448]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110]
• Radiating Stitches Dies [161595]
• Stampin' Seal+ [149699]
• Simply Scored [122334]

May Card Kit

Each month when you place a minimum of $50 in my Online Store using Host Code ZDDBKTDG, you’ll receive a card kit from me as my Thank You Gift! You will get three card kits for you to make plus I will send you an additional extra finished card.
You can finish the cards with a simple sentiment or image.

This month, the cards feature two of the new bundles from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog... Circle Sayings and Timeless Arrangements.

Thanks for stopping by today! Now it's your turn to make one of these gift folders for your handmade cards and present one for Mother's Day or a special birthday gift.

It's May and I wanted to share my monthly card kit!

Each month when you place a minimum $50 in my Online Store, you’ll receive a card kit from me as my Thank You Gift! You will get three card kits for you to make plus I will send you  an additional extra finished card. You can finish the cards with a simple sentiment or image.

This month, the cards feature two of the new bundles from the Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog... Circle Sayings and Timeless Arrangements.

Place a minimum $50 order and receive the kits for these cards. And, this month, if you place a minimum order of $75 or more, you will receive the card kits plus an embellishment pack from me.

Here is the recording of the LIVE where I made these cards.

Get ready to place your order and you will be receiving this fun package of card kits later this month!

The month of May is just around the corner and with several gift-giving occasions approaching, here's an accordion fun fold to hold gifts such as cash, gift cards, or DIY coupons.

This is a super easy fun fold that can be created with a 5" x 10 " piece of card stock with a few scoring lines.  You can embellish and dress it up however you choose!  Customize your creation for any occasion and have a go-to idea at hand when needed!

Here is the recording of the LIVE video with details following so you can create these yourself!

Lisa's Inklings:

• The base is cut 5" x 10".  Score at 1 1/4" on the short side and 2 1/2", 5", and 7 1/2" on the long side.
• Basic White or light neutral for tags: (2) 2"x 3".
• Designer Paper: To line pockets- (2) 2 1/4" x 3.  For pocket fold: (4) 2 1/4" x 1".
• In addition, cut whatever pieces are needed to decorate your tags and front.

Here's an idea for a special guy's birthday...

Here's another for Mother's Day or a Birthday...

Wouldn't the one above be precious for holding DIY Coupons for little ones to give Mom on Mother's Day?

Here are some ideas for those DIY coupons...

1. "Breakfast in Bed": Coupon for making mom breakfast in bed on Mother's Day morning.
   
   
2. "Clean the House": Coupon for helping mom clean the house. The child can offer to help with tasks like vacuuming, dusting, or doing the dishes.
   
   
3. "Special Movie Night": Coupon for a special movie night with mom, where the child gets to pick the movie and snacks.
   
   
4. "Mom and Me Craft Day": Coupon for a special crafting day with mom, where the child gets to pick the craft project.
   
   
5. "Outdoor Adventure": Coupon for a fun outdoor adventure with mom, like going on a hike, having a picnic, or going to the beach.
   
   
6. "Reading Time Together": Coupon for a special reading time with mom, where the child gets to pick their favorite book and read it together.
   
   
7. "Homemade Treat": Coupon for making a homemade treat for mom, like cookies or a cake, with the child helping in the kitchen.
   
   
8. "Game Night": Coupon for a fun game night with mom, where the child gets to pick the games they play.
   
   
9. "Spa Day": Coupon for a spa day with mom, where the child can give mom a neck massage or paint her nails.
   
   
10. "Write a Poem": Coupon for writing a special poem for mom, expressing all the things they love and appreciate about her.

These are just a few ideas from which to choose!  You can help your grandchildren make one for their mom or let dad help your children make this for you. (If you need a box for a gift, here's an easy one using two pieces of 12 x 12 paper!)

This presentation for a gift of cash, gift cards, or DIY coupons is special and easy to create. I'd love to see your completed projects so email a photo to [email protected] or post on our private Facebook group, Ink and Inspirations Stampers. 

Thanks for joining us today for the Accordion Fold Gift Giving Idea.  Look for information on my next LIVE broadcast in the next post! The new catalog is going LIVE next week and I'll be showing my May Card Kit!

Join us LIVE on Facebook or YouTube LIVE, today-Thursday, April 27th, and you'll see a gift-giving idea with an accordion fold.

Join us LIVE on Facebook or YouTube LIVE, Friday, April 21st, and you'll see how one element (Brushed Metallic Specialty Paper) can really add a WOW to your handmade cards.

Just wanted to say hello and happy Monday with a reminder of my April Card Kit for this month.

Here's another ballet card, a fun fold, made with the Ballet Beauty Cling Stamp Set [160502] from the Stampin' Up! Last Chance List.

Also highlighted here is the Ready To Ride 12" X 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper [160752] which is also on the retiring list, available while supplies last. 

This paper includes monochromatic patterns with bikes, tire treads, road signs, and more, for cards about biking, riding, and projects about traveling. This paper also features black foil and designs you can use on any project: checkerboard, floral, and stars, so you've got plenty of pattern options!  Here the floral was a perfect choice for this ballet card.

You can make this card by ordering these special retiring products and with the instructions on this FREE PDF project sheet for this card.

Now that you've read this post, download the FREE project sheet for this fun fold ballet card and order your supplies while still available.

Today's project features an easy watercolor technique with Stampin' Up! Ballet Beauty. It's the perfect card to celebrate the dancers in your life as we approach dance recital season.

This technique is called Reverse Resist.  The color is applied before stamping and embossing the image instead of after.  This was demonstrated in this week's Facebook and YouTube LIVE.  The broadcast recording is below so you can learn the process and create beautiful cards like this one.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]: Base is is 4 1/4 x 11, 3 1/4 x 4 1/2 for die cut or rectangular layer if you do not have dies.
• Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]: (2) 1/2 x 5 1/2 strips.
• Country Gingham 6" X 6" Designer Series Paper [160388]: 3 3/4 x 5 1/2
• Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper [149612]: 2 3/4 x 4
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]: 3 3/4 x 5 1/4 for inside

This Ballet Beauty Cling Stamp Set (English) [160502]is on the Last Chance List (and, it's on sale!) which means it is only available while supplies last!  I was sure to grab it because we have three little dancers in our family!

Here are the supplies used on this card. Every order placed through my online store helps support my business and I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

• Ballet Beauty Cling Stamp Set (English) [160502]
• Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]
• Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]
• Country Gingham 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [160388]
• Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper [149612]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Versamark Pad [102283]
• Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad [147052]
• Subtles Stampin' Write Markers [147156]
• Brights Stampin' Write Markers [147157]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Scalloped Contours Dies [155560]
• Embossing Additions Tool Kit [159971]
• Basics Embossing Powders [155554]
• Water Painters [151298]
• Heat Tool (Us And Canada) [129053]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Tear & Tape Adhesive [154031]

Now it's time for you to try this easy watercolor technique!  Share your completed card on our Ink and Inspirations Stampers Group on Facebook!

The Nothing's Better Than stamp set and the Love You More Than Dies make a great pair when creating for friends and family who love chocolate, cookies, coffee, or cocktails.  This fun fold card speaks to my heart as a chocolate lover.  I'll just bet that you know someone that is just the right fit for this card, don't you?

Both the stamp set and the dies will be leaving us as these are part of the Last Chance Promotion and are available only while supplies last.  Those dies are on sale!

You can get the measurements and basic details to create this card by clicking on the link below for a FREE project sheet from Lisa! 

Click here to download the FREE PDF project sheet!

Make this front flip fold for your chocolate-loving friends and shop the Last Chance Promotion for these discounted dies and more!

Get my April Card Kit FREE with a minimum $50 order before shipping and tax using Host Code PN7QJ4GT.

Make beautiful butterflies for your handmade cards with the Brilliant Wings Dies from Stampin' Up!  As seen on today's card, these dies create a gorgeous addition to the fun fold birthday card.

But, you cannot wait to get these dies since only available While Supplies Last, and with a 60% discount, you should grab these up in a hurry!

Then, you can create a beautiful fun fold card like the one pictured here. Get the details by clicking on the link below for a FREE project sheet from Lisa! 

Click here to download the FREE PDF project sheet!

Try this front flip fold on your next cardmaking project with some beautiful butterflies created with the Brilliant Wings Dies [155523] on sale for 60% off ...while supplies last!