A Burst of Spring: Double Accordion Gatefold Card
Even though winter is in full swing, my mind has already wandered to the sunny days of spring. Today, I’m excited to share a bright and cheery Double Accordion Gatefold card that captures the essence of the upcoming season. This project is part 2 of my series featuring unique fun fold designs. Using the delightful Floral Delight Collection, this card is versatile, easy to personalize, and perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive into the details!
Why You’ll Love This Card
This Double Accordion Gatefold card is a showstopper with its dynamic fold and vibrant design. It’s perfect for:
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Birthdays
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Sympathy messages
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Sending well wishes
The word “wishing” from the Delightful Wishes dies adds a heartfelt touch, and the “lots of love” sentiment makes it versatile for a variety of occasions. Swap the greeting to suit your needs—it’s as easy as that!
Design Details
A Gingham & Floral Delight
The Daffodil Delight gingham paper used as the background is part of the Floral Delight Designer Series Paper, adding a cheerful and timeless look. The vellum floral accents come from the Floral & Gingham Vellum Specialty Paper, giving the card an extra layer of elegance.
Finishing Touches
I’ve included coordinating elements from the suite, such as the Daffodil Delight Satin Ribbon and Tiny Bee Trinkets, to elevate the design. These little details bring the card to life and make it truly special.
Mailing Tips
A great feature of this card is that it folds neatly to fit into a standard card-sized envelope. Depending on the layers and embellishments, you might need to hand cancel it at the post office and/or add extra postage due to its thickness.
Free PDF & Video Class
To make crafting this card as seamless as possible, I’ve put together a free PDF with:
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Step-by-step instructions
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A template for the Double Accordion Gatefold fold
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A complete supply list
There’s also a video class where I walk you through the fold and share tips to get the best results. Be sure to download the PDF and check out the class to craft along with me.
About the Floral Delight Collection
The Floral Delight Suite is a crafter’s dream! This collection features:
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Delightful Wishes Stamp Set and Dies: Perfect for heartfelt messages.
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Designer Series Paper: Vibrant, sunny patterns.
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Floral & Gingham Vellum: Adds a touch of sophistication.
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Daffodil Delight Satin Ribbon & Tiny Bee Trinkets: Lovely finishing accents.
FLORAL DELIGHT SUITE
I’ve created more cards using this suite, so don’t miss the additional tutorials for endless inspiration.
Double Accordion Gatefold Card Series
This card is just the beginning! I’ll be adding links to all the tutorials in my Double Accordion Gatefold Series as they’re released. Watch the full video class to see all the creative possibilities with this fun fold.
Thank you for stopping by! I can’t wait to see what you create with this cheerful design. Happy crafting!
Ready to get started? Download the free PDF and watch the tutorial to make your own Double Accordion Gatefold card. Don’t forget to share your creations and tag me—I’d love to see them!
Happy crafting,
Tami
Love this fun fold and beautiful sunny paper!