Fun fold cards are always a favorite because they add a little something extra while still being simple to make, and this tri-fold design is such a great one to keep in your card-making rotation. What I especially love about this card is how efficient it is for using up Designer Series Paper. This design […]
Make this Easy Fun Fold Card with Pocket
Fun fold cards are always a great way to add a little extra surprise to your cardmaking, and this pocket-style design is both pretty and practical! I love creating cards that are a little different from the traditional fold, especially when they have an interactive element that makes them feel extra special. This card features […]
Fast, Beautiful Cards That Start with the Pretty Papers!
It’s always nice to have a go-to layout you can pull out when you want to make a card but don’t want to overthink it. This is one of those designs—quick, simple, and perfect for using what you already have on hand. One simple layout, a little Designer Series Paper, and just enough to make […]
Easy Way to Make Faux Fractured Cards or Faux Shutter Cards featuring 2026-2028 In Colors!
Fractured cards—sometimes also called faux shutter cards —are such a fun way to create something that looks intricate but is actually surprisingly simple to put together. I love how this technique breaks up your Designer Series Paper into sections, creating lots of visual interest while still keeping a clean, structured design. This style is perfect […]
3 Easy Pocket Cards—And One You Didn’t Expect!
There’s something extra special about a card that holds a little surprise inside. Today I’m sharing three easy ways to make pocket cards—and once you try these, I think you’ll find yourself coming back to them again and again. Each one starts with a simple idea, but just a small change in how you fold […]
12 Different Papers = 12 Beautiful Cards (Quick & Easy Card Idea!)
I’ve got something really fun to share today—a little sneak peek of some beautiful new papers, and we’re putting them right to work! We’re using one simple card layout and making a whole dozen cards, each one with a completely different look. It’s amazing how just changing the paper can take a card from elegant… […]
Super Fun (and Easy) Barn Door Card Layout
This barn door card layout is such a fun one to make! The front panel opens up just like a barn door to reveal the inside of your card, adding a sweet interactive element. What I especially enjoy about this design is how simple it really is once you get the hang of it. You […]
No Fancy Tools Needed—Beautiful Color Techniques for Cards.
Coloring is one of my favorite ways to bring a handmade card to life. A little bit of color can add depth, personality, and so much interest to even the simplest design. The fun part is that there isn’t just one way to do it—there are so many techniques that can create completely different looks. […]