The Floating Gatefold Card is one of those designs that looks fancy but is actually quick and easy to make. It’s the perfect way to show off your favorite Designer Series Paper, and the simple construction makes it a great project for beginners and experienced card makers alike.
Video Tutorial
In my step-by-step video, I’ll show you exactly how to assemble the card, plus my how to cut your paper efficiently so nothing goes to waste. Anyone can do this, and you can easily recreate this design using any stamps, ink, and paper!
All Aflutter Cards
For all of the cards, I used the All Aflutter stamp and punch! It’s incredibly easy to use to add cute butterflies to any card.
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- Stamps: All Aflutter
- Punches: All Aflutter, 2 ⅜” Circle
- Designer Series Paper: Beautiful Ordinary Life
- Cardstock and Measurements:
- Pool Party:
- (card base) 11” x 5 ½”
- Score at 1 ¼” and 3 ⅜” from each end
- (floating element) 8” x 3 ½”
- Score at 1”, 2 ½”, 5 ½”, 7”
- (card base) 11” x 5 ½”
- (belly band) 10” x ¾”
- Pool Party:
- DSP:
- (front black & white) (2) 2” x 5 ⅜”
- (front stripes) (2) 1 ⅛” x 5 ⅜”
- (inside yellow) (2) 2” x 5 ⅜”
- (inside black & white) 4 ⅛” x 5 ⅜”
- (inside polka dots) (2) 1 ⅜” x 3 ⅜”
- Basic White:
- (front) 2 ⅜” circle
- (inside) 2 ⅞” x 3 ⅜”
- (back) 4 ⅛” x 5 ⅜”
- Stampin’ Pads: Secret Sea, Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo
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The project sheet includes measurements and supply lists for all cards shown above.
Love Fun Fold Cards?
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Creativity Made Simple: Techniques, Templates and Fun Folds tutorial. The step-by-step instructions, video demonstrations and measurements will boost your card making skills and help you craft with confidence.
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