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Tuck & Reveal Fun Fold Cards | Paper Rose Studio
Valentine’s Day cards don’t have to be complicated to feel special—and this project is a great reminder of that. I wanted to create something that felt interactive and fun, but still approachable enough that you could sit down, pull from your patterned paper stash, and actually enjoy the process instead of overthinking it. That’s where the Tuck & Reveal fun fold really shines. It looks impressive when finished, but the structure itself does a lot of the work for you. For this

Rick Adkins
4 days ago


Pop Up Block Fun Fold Valentine Card Using Pattern Paper, Dies & Stamps
Fun fold cards are one of my favorite ways to add that wow factor to a handmade card without making things complicated—and today’s Pop Up Block Fun Fold Valentine card is a perfect example of that. This design looks interactive and impressive, but it’s built with simple folds, layered pattern paper, and a few well-chosen dies and stamps. If you enjoy creating cards that fold flat for mailing but pop open with a little surprise, this fun fold design is one you’ll want to kee

Rick Adkins
Dec 30, 2025


One Layout Three Cards with Rainbow Village
Sometimes the easiest way to spark creativity is to start with one solid layout and let your supplies do the rest of the work. For today’s clean & layered cards, I used the same basic layout on all three designs and simply tweaked a few details to give each card its own personality. The Rainbow Village 6 x 6 Pattern Paper does so much of the heavy lifting here, adding instant color and interest without feeling busy. Pairing those patterns with the Rainbow Village Birds Embos

Rick Adkins
Dec 15, 2025


How to Create an Accordion Fun Fold Card with a Hidden Inside Flap
If you love a fun fold that looks fancy but comes together quickly, this Accordion Fun Fold Card with a Hidden Inside Flap is such a treat to make. The gorgeous Rainbow Village 12x12 Pattern Paper from Paper Rose Studio does most of the work with its bold colors and playful artwork, and keeping the pattern lined up across the folds creates that seamless “wow” moment when the card opens. You’ll start by trimming your patterned paper to 4" x 12" and then cutting it down to 4"

Rick Adkins
Nov 30, 2025


Triple Accordion Step Card with the Christmas Holly Collection | Elegant Holiday Card Idea
Every year as the holidays roll around, I love finding ways to make my Christmas cards feel extra special without spending hours at my craft desk. This year, I wanted something that felt elegant and dimensional—something that would stand out on a mantel but still fit neatly into a square envelope. That’s how this Triple Accordion Step Fun Fold Card came to life. It looks like a showstopper, but once you understand how the layers come together, it’s actually quite simple. I u

Rick Adkins
Nov 7, 2025


36 Fast & Fabulous Christmas Cards | Paper Rose Sweet Christmas Treats
Every year around this time, I find myself in the same situation — the holidays are creeping closer, and I realize I still need a stack of Christmas cards ready to mail. Sound familiar? It happens to the best of us! Between decorating, baking, and all the little festive moments, sitting down to make dozens of handmade cards can feel a little daunting. But this year, I found a total game changer: the Sweet Christmas Treats 6x8 Quick Cards Collection and Sweet Christmas Treats

Rick Adkins
Oct 15, 2025


Quick & Easy Halloween Card Ideas ft. Paper Rose Halloween Hollow
Halloween always sneaks up on me. One minute I’m finishing summer birthday cards, and the next, I’m knee-deep in pumpkins, bats, and candy corn. If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to make a few festive Halloween cards without spending hours stamping or coloring, you’re going to love today’s project. I’m sharing three quick and easy clean and simple Halloween card ideas featuring the Halloween Hollow 6 x 6 Patten Paper Collection , Halloween Hollow Embossed Die Cuts , and

Rick Adkins
Oct 15, 2025


WHIMSICAL Woodland Christmas Flying Seagull Fun Fold Card with Paper Rose Studio
I’ve always loved sending cards that make the recipient pause, smile, and maybe even tilt their head a little to figure out just how the...

Rick Adkins
Sep 30, 2025


Spanner Fun Fold Halloween Card with Paper Rose Studio Supplies
I love when a card design makes people stop and say, “Wait—how does that work?” That’s exactly what today’s project does. I’m sharing a...

Rick Adkins
Sep 15, 2025


Spooky Halloween Flat Top Box Fun Fold Card | Paper Rose Studio
Halloween cards are some of my absolute favorites to make—they’re playful, whimsical, and give us permission to go a little over the top...

Rick Adkins
Aug 31, 2025


Quadruple Z Fold Christmas Card with Paper Rose Studio
Every holiday season, I look for a card design that makes people stop, tilt their head, and say, “How did you make that?” This year, I...

Rick Adkins
Aug 15, 2025


Three Quick & Easy Cards using the Rainbow Garden Card Kit from Paper Rose Studio
If there’s one thing I hear often from fellow cardmakers, it’s this: “I want to create beautiful cards, but I don’t always have time to...

Rick Adkins
Jul 31, 2025


Impress with This 3D Shadow Box Card and Gift Box Duo | Video Tutorial
You know those moments when a regular flat card just doesn’t feel like enough ? That was exactly the case for me recently. I wanted to...

Rick Adkins
Jun 30, 2025


This Fold Works for BOTH A2 & A4 Cards – You’ve Gotta Try It!
Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m sharing a card project that’s been such a delight to create—and I think you’re going to love it too....

Rick Adkins
May 31, 2025


Three Easy Spring/Easter Card Ideas: Paper Rose Studio
Spring is in the air, and that means it's time to start thinking about fresh, cheerful designs for Easter or Spring cards! If you love...

Rick Adkins
Feb 16, 2025
