Hi, Stamper. Welcome to the Stampin’ Pretty Pals’ Blog Hop! This month’s theme is all about Acts of Kindness, Gratitude, and Thanksgiving! The Pals are here to inspire you with heartfelt card ideas and creative paper crafts made with Stampin’ Up! products. For this blog hop, I have created a beautiful Side Accordion Fold Card. Be sure to visit each participant’s blog — you’ll find the full list at the end of this post so you can easily hop along and enjoy all the inspiration!

As cardmakers, I think we naturally love doing Random Acts of Kindness. Sometimes it’s a little 3D gift, and sometimes it’s a simple handmade card that says, “I’m thinking of you.” That’s exactly what my Side Accordion Fold Card is—a thinking of you card that also stands up beautifully for display, making it feel like a small 3D gift all on its own.

This Side Accordion Fold Card starts with a Cajun Craze card base and a mat layer of Early Espresso cardstock. I added the gorgeous Autumn Toile Designer Series Paper for a rich fall look, full of warmth and texture. The accordion-style fold gives the card extra dimension, making it perfect to display on a desk or mantel throughout the season.

The sentiment on the front is stamped in Cajun Craze ink onto Very Vanilla cardstock, then die cut using the Traditional Labels Dies. To make it stand out, I layered it on top of a second, slightly larger label cut from Early Espresso cardstock. The inside of the card repeats this design with another set of labels and a coordinating sentiment. I also added a Very Vanilla panel accented with a narrow strip of Autumn Toile Designer Series Paper—a perfect spot to write a personal message to the recipient.

I’ve created a step-by-step YouTube video tutorial showing you exactly how to make this Side Accordion Fold Card from start to finish. It’s a fun and surprisingly easy fun fold card you’ll want to make again and again with different Stampin’ Up! Designer Series Papers and color combinations. Be sure to watch the video before continuing on our Pals Blog Hop for even more creative inspiration from fellow demonstrators!

Side Accordion Fold Card Video Tutorial:

All of the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for this project are listed below with convenient links to my online store. When you shop with me, you’re supporting my small business, and I truly appreciate that. Your support helps me keep sharing free tutorials, cardmaking inspiration, and creative ideas each week.

The creativity doesn’t stop here! Be sure to hop along using the lineup below to explore even more inspiring projects from the Pals. And mark your calendar — next month, we’re spreading holiday cheer with our “Season’s Greetings” theme!

Stampin’ Pretty Pals Blog Hop

1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
2. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
3. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
4. Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
5. Rae Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
6. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art
7. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
8. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
9. Windy Ellard at Windy’s Wonderful Creations
10. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
11. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations <—- you are here

If you don’t already have a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I’d love to be your creative partner. When you shop with me, you support my small business and help me continue sharing free cardmaking tutorials and inspiration. I’m here to inspire your creativity and help you make stunning cards with confidence. Thank you for choosing Queen B Creations!

When you place an order of $50 or more (before tax and shipping) in my online store, you’ll receive the exclusive Monthly Video Tutorial Bundle from The Papercraft Collective! This bundle includes a PDF with a supply list, measurements, and cutting instructions for seven beautiful card projects, each with its own video tutorial. (You can also purchase the Monthly Video Tutorial Bundles separately in my Tutorial Shop.)

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I’m excited to share my two Fun Fold Tutorial Books, each featuring 50 different Fun Fold designs! These books are perfect for cardmakers of all skill levels who want to add something extra to their cards. With clear, step-by-step instructions and photos for each design, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to create unique, eye-catching cards. Both books, along with many other tutorials, are available for purchase on my website at www.QueenBCreations.net/store. Whether you’re new to Fun Folds or a seasoned pro, these books are packed with ideas to keep your creativity flowing!

When you place an order of $50 or more (before tax and shipping) in my online store, you’ll receive the exclusive Traditions of Christmas Video Tutorial Bundle from The Papercraft Collective! This bundle includes a PDF with a supply list, measurements, and cutting instructions for seven beautiful card projects, each with its own video tutorial. (You can also purchase the Traditions of Christmas Video Tutorial Bundle separately in my Tutorial Shop.)

As a bonus, I’ll also send you a coordinating card kit by mail, so you can craft right along with me during one of my YouTube Lives the following month. It’s my way of saying thank you and helping you make the most of your supplies!

You’ll also earn Royalty Rewards, my personal customer loyalty program, in addition to any Stampin’ Rewards you may qualify for through Stampin’ Up! I’m so grateful for your continued support.