I was excited to design this handmade card double as a gift idea! You can make this in 5 minutes and it’s a super fun way to add a special treat to your card.

No, seriously! 5 minutes is all you need! I simply used one of my favorite cards to create this quick and fun gift box.

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Watch This Handmade Card Double as a Gift!

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⭐️ Ready to make your handmade card double as a gift? What occasion will you make your card for? Chat with me!


Handmade Card Double As Gift–Now It’s Your Turn!

Grab your favorite card and create! The only thing you need to remember is that it is 4 ¼” at the top and 5 ½” on the side.

Here’s What You Need:

  • Your favorite Stampin’ Up! card in the PORTRAIT position (4 ¼” top | 5 ½” side)
  • Cardstock – match to your favorite card
  • Other – Simply Scored Board OR Paper Trimmer, Clear Medium Envelopes, Candy

Cutting & Scoring: 

  • Cardstock to match card – 4 ¼” x 11”
    • Score at 1″, 6 ½”, 7 ⅛”, 7 ¾”
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Stamps: Biggest Wish
Dies: Artistic
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Stamps: Happy & Heartfelt Punch: Label Me Lovely

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Stamps: Sweet as a Peach*
Designer Paper: You’re a Peach*

*Retiring – available while supplies last

You don’t need a lot to turn your favorite card into a gift! You can see the list and order here!


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Join Me Thursday, April 21, 2022 for a Create with Connie YouTube Live!

9am Pacific * 10am Mountain * 11am Central * 12pm Eastern

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Let’s create a fun Double Flap Card together! Here is what you need if you would like to create along with me:

  • Cardstock Color #1:
    • 4 ¼” x 5 ½”
    • 2 ¾” x 3 ¾”, with the 3 ¾” at the top, score ½”
    • 3 ¼” x 4 ¼”, with the 4 ¼” at the top, score ½”
  • Cardstock Color #2 – 4” x 5 ¼”
  • Basic White:
    • 3 ¾” x 5”
    • Scrap for sentiment
  • Designer Series Paper – 6″ x 6″

I was just giddy over this project. I mean, talk about EASY! 4 score lines and your favorite card and in minutes you have a fun gift.

Thanks so much for stopping by Simply Simple Stamping today! Make it a GREAT day!!!