{"id":17616,"date":"2026-01-09T09:38:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T23:08:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/?p=17616"},"modified":"2026-01-09T09:38:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T23:08:51","slug":"3-page-fun-fold-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/3-page-fun-fold-card\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Page Fun Fold Card + Sneak Peeks (Virtual Card Making Retreat &amp; Lovely Arrangements)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome back to Thursday Live cardmaking! For our first weekly make of the year, I combined three things I\u2019m loving right now: an exclusive stamp set from the <strong>2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat<\/strong>, pieces from the <strong>Lovely Arrangements<\/strong> dies, and the beautiful <strong>Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper<\/strong> (Online Exclusives). The result is a fun, 3 Page Fun Fold Card that looks impressive but comes together surprisingly fast.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image17616_6cab5f-87 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image17616_6cab5f-87 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-17614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Fun-Fold-Card-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The star of the show: an exclusive retreat stamp set<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stampin\u2019 Up!\u2019s first ever <strong>Virtual Card Making Retreat<\/strong> includes an exclusive stamp set (it\u2019s literally named <em>Virtual Card Making Retreat<\/em>). I fell in love with the line-art florals straight away\u2014perfect for colouring, but also gorgeous left mostly white for a crisp, modern look. For this card, I kept the flowers white and added just enough colour by stamping the <strong>solid centres<\/strong> and <strong>solid leaves<\/strong> over the outlines. It\u2019s a simple trick that gives dimension without pulling out a full colouring kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> If you want the centres a little bolder, stamp once, then stamp again (or \u201cdouble stamp\u201d) to build intensity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Stampin&#039; Up!:  2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat Stamp Set | 3 Page Fun Fold Card\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mhWzV2yabPs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The fun fold: an easy \u201cwonky M\u201d book<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fold creates a cute, three-panel \u201cbook\u201d that opens like pages\u2014great for birthdays, thank you cards, or even mini photo cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Card base (Petal Pink):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cut: <strong>11\u00bd&#8221; x 5&#8243;<\/strong> (approx. <strong>29.2cm x 12.7cm<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Score at: <strong>1\u00bd&#8221;<\/strong>, <strong>4\u00bd&#8221;<\/strong>, <strong>7\u00bd&#8221;<\/strong> (approx. <strong>3.8cm<\/strong>, <strong>11.4cm<\/strong>, <strong>19.1cm<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fold in a valley\u2013mountain\u2013valley (it looks like a wonky \u201cM\u201d). Turn it over, flatten it, then add adhesive to <strong>one<\/strong> of the two matching panels and close it up. That\u2019s what creates the \u201clittle book\u201d effect.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image17616_757f6e-2c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image17616_757f6e-2c size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-17617\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-second-panel-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Layering made easy (no guesswork)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re newer to layering, here\u2019s the shortcut: I typically <strong>drop each layer by \u00bc&#8221;<\/strong> so you get an even border.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, one of my front panels started at <strong>1\u00bd&#8221; x 5&#8243;<\/strong>, then I reduced it to <strong>1\u00bc&#8221; x 4\u00be&#8221;<\/strong> for a tidy margin. You can adjust this depending on whether you like a skinny border or a chunkier one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bringing in Lovely Blossoms DSP + Lovely Arrangements dies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I used three patterns from the <strong>Lovely Blossoms DSP<\/strong> to give the card movement without extra stamping. It\u2019s one of those papers that does the heavy lifting for you\u2014especially when you want a card that looks \u201cfinished\u201d quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Behind the focal image, I die-cut a circle accent using a <strong>Lovely Arrangements<\/strong> die that cuts little shapes to create texture without adding bulk. It\u2019s such a good way to add interest while keeping the design clean.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image17616_131f1d-d6 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image17616_131f1d-d6 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-17618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-third-panel-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finishing touches that elevate the whole card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat embossed sentiment in <strong>white<\/strong> (a bold \u201cHappy Birthday\u201d looks amazing against the darker DSP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Moody palette glossy dots<\/strong> (Secret Sea, Old Olive, Cloud Cover + white) for quick polish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: add <strong>Wink of Stella<\/strong> to the stamped areas if you want a soft sparkle without changing the colour scheme<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image17616_61d5c5-c6 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image17616_61d5c5-c6 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-17619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-560x560.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3-Page-close-up-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll love making this 3 Page Fun Fold Card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This project is ideal when you want something interactive but still <strong>simple enough to batch-make<\/strong>. Plus, it\u2019s a great way to mix and match: swap the DSP, change the sentiment, or add an extra mini cluster tucked behind the focal panel for even more \u201cwow\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019d like the full written measurements and steps, they\u2019ll be included in my newsletter and added to my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/freebie-library-sign-up\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"13277\">Freebie Library<\/a><\/strong> (make sure you\u2019re subscribed via my website so you can access it).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cheers for Now &#8211; Alisa Tilsner<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image17616_ff8219-fc .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image17616_ff8219-fc size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/alisa-tilsner-round-logo-transparent-e1623752213720.png\" alt=\"Alisa\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-11857\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shop my <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stampinup.net\/esuite\/home\/alisatilsner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ONLINE STORE<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/join-stampin-up-australia\/\">Join The Artful Stampers<\/a><a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/join-stampin-up-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Team<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/join-stampin-up-australia\/\"> <\/a>&#8211; Happy Shoppers, <g class=\"gr_ gr_11 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"11\" data-gr-id=\"11\">Hobbiest<\/g>, Part Time and Full Time welcome!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alisatilsner.com\/blog\/tutorial-and-card-making-membership\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"14602\">Creative Card Makers Club<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch me on <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/alisatilsner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Socialise with me on <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AlisaTilsnerIndependentStampinUpDemonstrator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FaceBook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"mailto:alisacraig@westnet.com.au\">Email Me<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to Thursday Live cardmaking! For our first weekly make of the year, I combined three things I\u2019m loving right now: an exclusive stamp set from the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat, pieces from the Lovely Arrangements dies, and the beautiful Lovely Blossoms Designer Series Paper (Online Exclusives). 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