Summer Happiness Miura Fold Cards — A Little Pocketful of Sunshine ☀️
About This Card
Well friends, summer is officially here, and I could not resist soaking up every sunny minute of it! This is the next stop on my Miura Fun Fold series, and honestly, it might be my favorite one yet. If you’ve never made a Miura fold before, here’s the magic: the card lies perfectly flat, but the moment you open it, it pops right up into a fun zigzag display that practically shows off by itself. It’s the card-making equivalent of a party trick — flat one second, “ta-da!” the next.
For this one, I reached for the brand-new Stampin’ Up! Summer Happiness Bundle and coordinating Washi Tape, and the whole thing came together in sunny Coastal Cabana and cheerful yellows that just scream “let’s go to the beach.”
Why I’m Head-Over-Flip-Flops for the Summer Happiness Bundle
Now, let me tell you about this bundle, because I am completely smitten. The Summer Happiness Bundle is packed with all the good stuff — sunglasses, flip flops, a little camera, a juicy pineapple, a cheerful sun, and the sweetest “Summer Adventures” sentiment. Plus, the coordinating dies mean no fussy hand-cutting (my scissors are thrilled).
The Washi Tape Trick I Can’t Stop Talking About
Here’s where things get really fun. Instead of stamping every single image, I grabbed the Summer Happiness Washi Tape and ran it through my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine with the coordinating dies. Yep — you can die-cut washi tape! First, I backed the tape with a strip of white cardstock so the images would really pop, and then I cut away.
It’s a genius little shortcut that gives you perfectly colored images in seconds, and it makes this card feel a bit like a treasure hunt of tiny summery details. For the sentiment, I heat embossed “Summer Adventures” in crisp white on black cardstock, because a little sparkle never hurt anybody.
So Many Occasions, So Little Summer
Best of all, this cheerful little fold works for just about any warm-weather moment. For instance, it makes a darling summer birthday card, a “thinking of you” note for a friend on vacation, or a bon voyage card for someone chasing their own summer adventures.
Meanwhile, it’s also perfect for graduation season, an end-of-year teacher thank you, or simply a “just because” card to brighten someone’s mailbox. And thanks to the handy kickstand on the back, the recipient can prop it up on a shelf and keep a little slice of summer around long after the card arrives. Honestly, who wouldn’t want that?
Instructions
I’ve got you completely covered on the how-to! Below, you’ll find full step-by-step instructions, a measurements diagram, and the cutting guide to walk you through every fold and cut. Plus, I’m sharing my Miura Fold video class to help with the fold itself — because sometimes it’s just easier to watch it happen. So grab your favorite summer drink, hit play, and fold along with me.
Shop the Supplies
All of the Stampin’ Up! products I used are available in my online store. If you’re looking for a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I’d love to help you with your paper crafting journey!
The Miura Series — More to Come!
This card is the latest in my Miura Card Fun Fold Series. I’ll be sharing more free tutorials in this series right here on the blog, so make sure you’re following along so you don’t miss a single one.
Ready to Dive Into Card Making?
If you’re just getting started with paper crafting — or you’ve been curious and just haven’t taken the leap yet — I would love to help you along the way! Here are a few great places to begin:
💡 Getting Started with Paper Crafting – A beginner-friendly guide to essential supplies and first projects.
🎥 Video Tutorial Gallery– Learn fun folds, techniques, and tips at your own pace.
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One Last Thing Before You Go
So there you have it — a fun fold that’s equal parts sunshine, surprise, and pure summer joy. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or you’re picking up a paper trimmer for the very first time, I hope this card inspires you to make something that makes you smile.
Don’t be afraid to play with the colors, swap in your favorite images, and truly make it your own. And if you do create one, I would absolutely love to see it! Now grab that Summer Happiness Bundle, turn on some beachy tunes, and let’s make a little magic together.
Happy Stamping, Tami 💕
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