A Handmade Card That Unfolds with Love

There’s something truly magical about giving or receiving a handmade card that opens in an unexpected way. That’s exactly what makes this Triple Panel Fun Fold Card such a joy to create and even more special to send. With its accordion-style folds and layered floral panels, this card becomes a little unfolding story—perfect for birthdays, encouragement, or just to let someone know you’re thinking of them.

The act of crafting something by hand can be such a grounding and therapeutic experience. As we layer cardstock, ink stamps, and select just the right embellishments, we’re giving ourselves permission to slow down. In a world of constant busyness, creating a handmade card like this lets your heart catch up with your hands—and the result is a tangible message of kindness and care that your recipient can hold onto.

Supplies You’ll Need for the Triple Panel Fun Fold Card:

• Boho Blue Cardstock
• Wildly Flowering 12″ x 12” Designer Series Paper
• Basic White Cardstock
• Hooray for Surprises Stamp Set
• Spotlight on Nature Stamp Set
• Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Write Marker to color the floral stamp stems.
• Inks: Boho Blue, Mossy Meadow, Wild Wheat, and Memento Tuxedo Black Ink
• Faux Glass Dots Embellishments
• Stampin’ Seal Adhesive
• Paper Trimmer with Scoring Blade
• Clear Stamp Blocks
• Simply Shammy
• Take Your Pick Tool

Step-by-Step Directions:

1. Cut and Score Your Card Base

Start by trimming all your paper pieces according to the following dimensions:

• Boho Blue Cardstock: (1) 4 ¼” x 5 ½”; (3) 3 ¼” x 4 ¼”
• Wildly Flowering DSP: 5 ¼” x 12”; score at 2”, 4”, 6”, and 8” on the long side
• Basic White Cardstock: (3) 3” x 4”

2. Build the Foundation Layer

Adhere the folded and scored Wildly Flowering DSP to the Boho Blue card back layer with 1/8″ margins all around.

3. Stamp the White Panels

Grab your Basic White panels and your stamps! Using:

• Memento Black Ink for all the sentiments like “Make a Wish” or “Hope Your Day Is Amazing”
• Boho Blue Ink for the butterfly
• Mossy Meadow Ink for leafy details
• Wild Wheat Ink for crosshatch texture and secondary leaf sprig

Then, for the main floral image on the card front, stamp the floral image carefully on the Boho Blue ink pad, then hand-color directly on the stamp using the Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Write Marker for the stems and leaves. Huff on the stamp (yes, just like you’re trying to fog up a mirror!) before pressing it onto your Basic White panel. This will ensure the moisture from your breath helps activate the ink for a good image.

4. Assemble the Triple Panels

Adhere each stamped Basic White panel to its layered Boho Blue mat.

• Start with the last panel—center it and adhere to the very back section of your accordion DSP base.
• Next, add the middle panel, only adhering the left half so it folds freely and aligns perfectly with the back layer panel.
• Finally, adhere the front panel to the first fold, making sure it aligns evenly with the other two panels for a seamless triple reveal.

5. Embellish and Finish

Finish off your card by adding three Mossy Meadow Faux Glass Dots to the card front for a little elegance. Use your Take Your Pick Tool for easy placement.

Now give your masterpiece one last look—you’ve created a layered card full of movement, texture, and heart.

This Triple Panel Fun Fold Card Says, “I Thought of You”

This Triple Panel Fun Fold card isn’t just a handmade creation—it’s a message that keeps unfolding, just like the love and intention behind it. Whether it’s sent for a birthday, a celebration, or “just because,” your recipient will know that they were thought of deeply. The beauty of handmade cards is in how they linger in someone’s heart—and this one, with its floral theme and thoughtful folds, will surely become a keepsake.

So the next time you want to create a card that delivers joy in three layers, give this fun fold a try. It’s a wonderful reminder that creativity isn’t just something we do—it’s something we share to bring love and kindness to others.

Check out these other Fun Folds card designs to try: https://thekindcardmaker.com/mediterranean-blooms-curtain-call-fun-fold-valentines-card/ or https://thekindcardmaker.com/thank-you/ or https://thekindcardmaker.com/tri-panel-fun-fold/

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