
TIME FOR CAKE ALTERNATES PART 2
I had such a blast making these gatefold fun fold cards by repurposing pieces from the August Time For Cake Paper Pumpkin Card Kit. It’s always so satisfying to take a kit and make something a little different, and I hope you’ll enjoy these alternate ideas as much as I did!
Inspiration Behind the Design
When I first opened the August Time For Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit, I was immediately drawn to the beautiful patterns and colors inside the envelopes. Instead of using the envelopes for mailing, I decided to cut them up and use the pretty printed patterns for the background on each of my gatefold fun fold cards. I love the idea of using every part of a kit, and those patterned insides were just too gorgeous to hide!
Adding a Personal Touch
One of my favorite parts of crafting is finding ways to add a personal touch to each card I make. For these gatefold cards, I took the Pretty in Pink ribbon from the kit and colored it with Moody Mauve Stampin’ Blends Markers. This was a simple but effective way to create a cohesive look that matched the Moody Mauve card base perfectly. The result is a beautifully coordinated card that feels both elegant and handmade.
Free PDF Instructions
If you’d like to create these gatefold fun fold cards yourself, I’ve got you covered! Below in the INSTRUCTIONS section, you’ll find a free PDF download that includes step-by-step instructions, measurements, and a complete supply list. This guide will help you recreate these cards with ease, even if you’re new to cardmaking.
Explore More Alternate Ideas
These gatefold fun fold cards are part of my August Paper Pumpkin series, where I explore alternate ideas using the Time For Cake kit. Each project in this series offers a unique twist on the original designs, giving you even more ways to use your kit materials. Be sure to check out the other tutorials in this series for more inspiration and creative fun!
Get Your Hands on the Refills!If you missed out on this month’s kit or if you loved it as much as I did and want to make more, I have great news! Refills are now available in my online store. But hurry—last month’s refills sold out in less than a day! So if you’re in love with this kit, don’t wait too long to grab yours.
About the Time for Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit
The Time for Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit is perfect for celebrating birthdays in style. It features an elegant color palette detailed with rose gold foiling and comes with multiple card bases, including two standard bases and one accordion card fold style, along with coordinating envelopes. With so many options, this kit is a fantastic way to celebrate the ones you love with handmade cards that are sure to impress.
Exclusive Perks for Subscribers
For my Paper Pumpkin subscribers, exciting times lie ahead. In August, you’ll receive exclusive PPX alternate idea videos, offering fresh inspirations and innovative ways to use your kit. Also, look forward to the fun fold Time For Cake kit and additional free stamp set. Learn more >.
Happy crafting, and don’t forget to share your creations with me on social media! I can’t wait to see what you make!
Tami
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Celebrate every birthday with the Time for Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit! This kit features an elegant color palette detailed with rose gold foiling. It comes with multiple card bases, two standard bases and one accordion card fold style, and coordinating envelopes. There are so many ways to celebrate the ones you love!
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