Blog Blitz Flip/Swing Card
by Jennifer Svare

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Hello!  It’s blog blitz time again and so many wonderful new products!  Lots of prizes being given away so make sure to check the end of this post for details on how you can win!  I’ll be giving away the ever-so-verstile Circle Fold Frame.  This die set creates bases for so many types of cards… gatefold, window, shaker… and today a flip/swing card.  

I did a video tutorial for an Oval Fold Frame flip card, but this one is even simpler!  I am including the instructions here on the blog in written form today as requested in the comments.  There is only one score line to create, and this card goes together so fast.  This also works with the Oval Fold Frame. The only difference is the Oval Fold Frame die is an A2-sized card, and this one is square.  The width is the same for both.  It’s just the length that is different. 

Die cut the Circle Fold Frame using lightweight card stock.  Cut a second piece of lightweight card stock that measures 4.25″ x 6″.  (If using the Oval Fold Frame, the piece is cut to 5.5″ x 6″.)

With the far scored line facing the right, we’re going to only use the left side of the circle frame for this project.  Cut just to the left of the score line so that our piece will fit nicely on the back without running into a fold.  Set it aside for now.

Using the Circle Fold Frame, line it up with the die as shown in the photo below.  Make sure the scored line facing down toward the extra length.  

Run it through the die cutting machine with the top plate not covering the bottom of the die.  This way, it won’t cut but will remain long. 

Once it is cut, score at 3″ as shown below:

Turn the long piece over to the back side.  The circle will be toward the right side when it is upside down.  Place the half frame created in Step 1 to the right back side of the card as shown below.  Before gluing, make sure it fits and will still fold nicely.  This is why we wanted to cut just a tiny bit off from the scored line.  Once it fits, glue it on.  This creates just a little more stability and weight to the back side.

With the card still facing the back side, cut a strip that measures 4.25″ x 6/8″.  (If using the Oval Fold Frame, the strip will measure 5.5″ x 6/8″).  Center and glue the the strip.  This is what the circle will be adhered to.  Since it is also glued to the card, this is what will create the flip effect.   If the top or bottom edge is a little longer than needed, trim that off after gluing it so that it cannot be seen from the front.  

Glue the circle that was created by the die to the strip.  Repeat on the other side so that two circles are glued back-to-back.  Both of these circles were automatically created when the die was cut.  

Create the fold lines as shown below.

Decorate with patterned paper, stamps, or anything you would like!  Sky is the limit here!  For my background, I used a sheet from the new Garden Folly 6×6 paper pad.  To make it simple to place the pieces, I die cut a 4.25″ x 6″ piece, and die cut it using the technique shown above.  Because glued paper does not like to fold nicely, I cut out the small gaps for the fold lines and adhered the patterned paper to the card base.


I went around the edges of the patterned paper with Distress Oxide Ink to create a shadow border.  Using the Friendship and Kindess stamp set, I stamped a sentiment onto the largest Brilliant Ring, which is the exact same size as the main circle of the Circle Fold Frame.  This created the inside sentiment to go along with the gift card.

Also, I’m creating a gift card holder.  As shown in the photo above, I’m using the smaller of the Rounded Blooms (white) with two of the matching nested dies from the Echo Blossom set.  The black one will create the backing for the Rounded Bloom flower, and the vellum will create a subtle background for the flower.

The flower is only partially glued to the card base.  This will create a place for the gift card to slide and “wedge” between the flower and the card base.  For extra security, I’ll run a small strip of removable adhesive as well.  Because my gift card does not match the card, I created a simple sleeve using a pearly-white paper, and used the smallest Echo Blooms to create a notch, and a frame for the notch.  

For the front of the card, the main focal point is going to be 3 layers of the Hugs Heart glued on top of each other to create dimension, glued onto an Echo Blossom background. To create the Echo Blossom Background, I used the slightly smaller circle die that also comes with the Circle Fold Frame to create a white mat for the focal point of the card.  I did this by cutting one of the blooms out of a piece of mylar to create a stencil.  I then stenciled in a darker border of the Distress Oxide. 

Here’s my set-up.  I have the stencil (negative and positive space showing, but I just used the bloom itself).  I have a piece of card stock with the bloom cut out just to hold it in place while I colored it.  Finally, I have a piece of scrap paper to save my craft mat from an inky mess. 

I love creating stenciled with nested dies, because there are so many techniques that can be done with stenciling the layers.  

So here are all the ways to win with the blog blitz!  

The Garden Variety release blog blitz runs from June 2 – June 14 . We’ll be giving away a prize on every blog blitz post during this time. To enter to win you need to leave a comment on ONLY the posts that you wish to enter. For example, if you leave a comment on this post, you will be entered to win the Circle Fold Frame.
 
To enter ALL the posts during the blog blitz you need to leave a comment on EACH ONE. One person will be chosen at random from each of the posts during the blog blitz. Only one prize per person per blog blitz. We use a random number generator to select winners from comments. You have until midnight US EST June 16 to leave a comment on each and every post that you want to enter. Winners will be announced on this blog on June 19.
 
For a SECOND chance to win this die …..
1.) Visit our Instagram account and FOLLOW US!
2.) Like each post, you want to enter
3.) LEAVE A COMMENT and TAG A FRIEND on each post you wish to enter. Comments open through June 16.
One comment per post will be selected by a random number generator. The winners will be posted on each Instagram post on June 19. Only one Instagram prize per person per Blog Blitz.
We know you love to make too! When you use a product from the new Poppystamps Garden Variety Release in June of 2020 tag your Instagram post with #PoppystampsGardenVariety for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to the store. We’ll select one random winner using this hashtag as winner of this prize.
 

Supplies

 

2310 Echo Blossoms

2337 Rounded Bloom Flowers

2348 Circle Fold Frame

2299 Hugs Heart

2328 Brilliant Rings

CL492 Friendship and Kindness

PP1005 Garden Folly 6×6 pack

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58 Comments

  2. What a precious card! The pattern paper is so dainty and pretty! Love the die you showcased today! Looks super simple and easy to use but makes spectacular cards! Thanks for the video also, super helpful!

  4. The circle fold frame die is sooooo awesome! Your card is something I am going to have to try! Thank you for sharing and the opportunity to enter to win.

  5. What a sweet, sweet card! The patterned paper you used is just perfect for this fun folding card.

  6. Wow! This lovely card is so much more involved that it first appears. Thanks for breaking the process down for us!

  8. SWOON!! I LOVE your STUNNING Interactive Card Design!! So many possibilities!! THANKS so much for sharing and for the chance to WIN!! Have a FABULOUS Week!!

  9. Love your card. A good way to change up your card making. Thanks for sharing.

  10. What a fabulous die and design! Love the pretty papers you used and the other dies you used to embellish. The lucky recipient of your card will be thrilled!
    <3 J
    jwoolbright at gmail dot com
    HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

  11. Beautiful card and the design is a real show stopper. Love the bright yellow used with the pretty papers. Thanks for sharing your creativity.

  13. I really appreciate the step by step instructions and pics! What a clever and fun card!

  14. Thank you for sharing all the details for making your lovely card. Love the circle fold frame die.

  17. Oooohhh, I just love this one! So versatile! Awesome card and great tutorial!

  18. Thanks for a great tutorial for creating this card! Love the design and pretty colors and papers you used! Thanks for sharing!

  22. Hi Jennifer, I have never tried a flip/swing card before, I love your tutorial and your card instructions are fabulous, and your finished card is stunning.
    Lots of love from Patricia xx

  24. This is so clever and such a good tutorial. So good to have a die specifically to do this type of card.

  28. I like how you used several dies on one card. They mesh very well. This is a sweet card.

  34. AWESOME! Thank you for the step-by-step instructions!! Your card ROCKS!!

  36. Great card, Jennifer! Thank you so much for the detailed tutorial. The circle fold frame would be a great die to add to my collection. Thanks for the chance to win it.

  38. Wowzers!!! I just LOVE your ‘Swing Fold’ Card and would LOVE to give it a go!!! So cool!!!

  39. Thanks for all the instructions
    on making a card like yours!
    So fun and very pretty.
    Carla from Utah

  41. Awesome card. Love how you created the swing element in the center. Thanks for the chance to win.

  42. Jennifer, thanks so much for the steps in making this great card. Can’t wait to give it a try!

  44. Unique and fun card. The circle fold frame die has lots of possiblities.

  45. Hi jennifer
    love the card would love a chance tomato this card if i am lucky enough
    to win fingers crossed thank you for the chance

  50. FABULOUS card!
    LOVE your fancy folds and ALL decorative elements!
    … feeling INSPIRED, not tried one like this before 🙂

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