Ever wish your handmade cards had just a little more oomph? This concertina card tutorial delivers the wow without the stress! With just a few clever folds and some gorgeous Stampin’ Up! supplies, you can create a card that practically unfolds with personality.
Today’s crafty adventure includes two bold and beautiful designs: one with breezy sailboat vibes perfect for retirement, and another bursting with floral charm that’s ready to say thanks in style. Whether you’re a fun fold fanatic or just looking to try something new, this is one of those projects that’ll have your scissors snipping and your heart smiling
Concertina Card Video Tutorial:
In this video, I’ll walk you through how to make a concertina card step-by-step using Stampin’ Up! supplies. You’ll learn how to get those crisp folds, layer your panels, and add eye-catching layers.
📌 Have you given this fold a whirl yet? I’m absolutely dying to know which stamp sets make your crafty heart sing with this Concertina Card Tutorial! Are you team birthday bash, thinking sympathy hugs, or maybe plotting some “just because” card design? Drop a comment below and let’s dish about all things cardmaking—I live for these crafty conversations!
Ready to Create these Concertina Cards?
After trying this card in the past and struggling, I set out to find the EASY method. With a few tweaks, I honestly couldn’t believe how easy these cards were to make. Who knew?
- Secret Sea:
- 11” x 3 ¼”, score at ¾”, 1 ½”, 5 ½”, 9 ½”, and 10 ¼” (inside pop-out)
- (2) 4 ¼” x 5 ½” (card front/back)
- Berry Burst:
- 8 ½” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” and 8” (inside left)
- 8” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” (inside right)
- DSP:
- (2) ½” x 3” (inside side panels)
- 3 ¾” x 3” (inside left)
- 3 ⅜” x 1 ⅞” (card front layer)
- Basic White:
- 3 ¾” x 3” (inside right)
- 2 ½” x 4” (flower die cut)
- 1 ⅝” x 1” (greeting)
- Copy Paper: 4” x 5 ¼”
- Lost Lagoon:
- 11” x 3 ¼”, score at ¾”, 1 ½”, 5 ½”, 9 ½”, and 10 ¼” (inside pop-out)
- (2) 4 ¼” x 5 ½” (card front/back)
- Pretty Peacock:
- 8 ½” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” and 8” (inside left)
- 8” x 5 ¼”, score at 4” (inside right)
- 3 ¼” x ½” (greeting layer)
- DSP:
- (2) ½” x 3” (inside side panels)
- 3 ⅜” x 1 ⅞” (card front layer)
- Basic White:
- (2) 3 ¾” x 3” (inside left)
- 2 ½” x ¾” (greeting)
- Copy Paper: 4” x 5 ¼”
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I hope you enjoyed today’s YouTube Live and these amazing and oh so simple concertina cards.
Give this card a try and send to a friend this weekend!
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I have been paying for the Fun Fold membership for 3 months now. Why can’t I access the diagrams for the cards?
Connie ,such a different card. Love it.
Easy Concertina Cards
Hi Connie, I cant find the paper layout for the cutting guide that we get a glimpse of behind the front page of the tutorial.. you did say that nothing would change when your new online subscription deals would be out. Is this something that is not only available to paid subscribers ??? Ive been a follower for quite a few years now, Im in country Victoria Australia. (Winter for us BRR). Thanks for all your inspirational emails, some saved digital lots printed out and stored in my craft room filed under ideas!
I didn’t always do diagrams in my free download but for my Youtube members every download does come with a diagram.
Thank you Connie for your easy to follow video instructions. I will be making this card soon.