Journey into Creativity with Side Accordion Panel Cards: Unfold Endless Possibilities!

Learning how to make a side accordion panel card is easy! I am joining the Art With Heart Stampin’ Up! Team in the Crumb Cake colour hop, where you will find 10+ creative card ideas!

💌Hey there!💌

Today, I am super excited to share with you a tutorial on how to create the most adorable and unique side accordion panel card. Trust me, once you try this fun fold technique, you’ll be hooked! So, grab your crafting supplies and let’s get started on making some beautiful cards together.

🌟 The Magic of the Side Accordion Panel Card 🌟

Have you ever come across a card that made your heart skip a beat? Well, that’s exactly how I felt when I stumbled upon the side accordion panel card design. It’s whimsical, charming, and unlike anything I had seen before. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make!

To add an extra touch of magic to my cards, I decided to use the Wintery Nests designer paper. Trust me when I say this paper will instantly transport you into a winter wonderland! With its sweet birds and combinations of colors, it’s perfect for creating stunning fun fold cards.

💡 Let’s Get Started 💡

Now that we have our supplies ready, let’s dive into the step-by-step process of creating our own side accordion panel card:

1. Start by cutting a piece of A4 Crumb Cake cardstock measuring 14.8 cm height. Cut 1 cm off the length. This will serve as the base of your card.
2. Cut the left over Crumb Cake strip to 15 cm, score at 7.5 cm.
3. Score the cardstock at 10.5 cm (normal card fold). Turn the card base and from the other end, score at 4.5 cm, 9 cm and 13.5 cm. Burnish the folds with your bone folder.
4. Cut 4 panel pieces from your patterned paper, each measuring 14.3 cm x 4 cm.
5. Cut 2 pieces of patterned paper 5.5 cm x 7 cm.
6. Adhere your patterned paper panels to the card front.
7. On the Crumb Cake strip, adhere the two pieces of patterned paper.
8. Burnish this strip in half and adhere to the card front.
9. Stamp a sentiment onto a piece of Basic White cardstock measuring 14.3 cm x 10 cm and adhere to the inside of the card.
10. Now, it’s time to embellish your card! I decided to die cut a bird image from the Wintery Nests designer series paper. But there are so many ways this fun fold could be embellished! Such as, add your favorite patterned paper, die-cut shapes, or even stamped images to each panel of the accordion fold.

🎥 Watch the Video Tutorial 🎥

If you’re more of a visual learner like me, I’ve got you covered! Check out the video tutorial below for a detailed walkthrough of the entire process. You’ll see just how versatile this card design is and how it can be customized for any occasion.

✨ Endless Possibilities ✨

One of the things I love most about the side accordion panel card is its versatility. Whether you want to create a birthday card, a holiday greeting, or a heartfelt thank-you note, this fun fold design has got you covered.

Imagine surprising your loved ones with a beautifully crafted side accordion panel card that showcases their favorite colors or features their favorite hobbies. The possibilities are truly endless when it comes to personalizing these cards.

So, why settle for ordinary when you can create extraordinary? Step out of your comfort zone and embrace the whimsy of the side accordion panel card!

Let’s Get Crafty: Your Homework!

1. Watch the YouTube tutorial.
2. Follows the links to see more Crumb Cake paper craft from the Art With Heart Team!
3. Have fun! Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors, patterns, and embellishments. Let your imagination soar and watch as your cards come to life.

Learning how to make a side accordion panel card may seem daunting at first, but trust me, it’s easier than you think. With just a few simple steps and some creative flair, you’ll be able to create stunning cards that will leave everyone in awe.

I hope this tutorial has inspired you to try something new and exciting in your paper crafting journey. Give the side accordion panel card a go, and I promise you won’t be disappointed!

The very talented Christine Blain has been busy making the next creative idea with Crumb Cake for the Blog Hop. Click on the link below to check it out!

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Thank you for stopping by today. I am excited to create beautiful cards using quality Stampin’ Up! products and support you in your paper craft hobby. Did you know that every week I send my email subscribers a PDF with all the details from my weekly projects? You can sign up for my weekly newsletter here, and you too will get fun tips, inspiration, updates and exclusive freebies. Plus, just as a thank you for signing up, you’ll receive a free PDF Tutorial to learn how to make 7 cards with a no-waste 12” x 12” card making template! Three cards are fun folds and each card has an exclusive video tutorial, only available to newsletter subscribers.

Papery hugs,