We’re making one of those fun fold cards that I think every card maker needs in their collection. It’s simple, quick to make, and works for just about any occasion. Just a couple of folds and some pretty paper, and suddenly you have a card that feels a little extra special without a lot of fuss. These are the kinds of cards I find myself going back to over and over again—and I think you might too.
It’s just a Z-fold card, but the panel placement was moved to the center. It’s a simple twist on a classic fold that instantly makes the card feel different.
This fold is also a great way to make your Designer Series Paper shine. A few coordinating patterns, a strong focal image, and simple layering come together quickly for a card that looks impressive without needing complicated measurements or techniques. Sometimes just changing the placement of one panel is enough to give a familiar fold a whole new look!
Here’s how easy it is:
- Score a 8-1/4” x 5-1/2” card base at 4-1/4” and 7” and Z-fold.
- Adhere a 1” x 5-1/4” DSP strip on the center panel.
- Adhere a 2-1/2” x 5-1/4” DSP piece on the left panel. And adhere a 1-1/2” x 5-1/4” DSP piece on the right side of the inside of the card.
- Layer a 3” x 4” DSP piece onto a 3-1/4” x 4-1/4” coordinating cardstock. Adhere this on the center panel.
- Stamp your sentiment and finish off with embellishments.
Here are more samples using this fun fold.
This card features the Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper.
A perfect birthday card to those who loves fishing!
This card features the Bloom Boutique Designer Series Paper.
You can use die cuts as the center accent piece too. The arch is from the Everyday Arches dies and the accent pieces from the Heirloom Boutique Bundle.
The Easy Fun Fold Every Card Maker Needs
Use this card layout and join us over at Back Porch Stampers to see what lots of other people are making.
Thank you so much for including clear instructions for this beautiful card! I love collecting tutorials and, finally, CASEing some!