Fun Fold + Ocean Vibes = A Card I Can’t Resist!

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ocean friends fun fold

There are two things I just can’t stay away from—a fun fold and some bright, beautiful colors. This card has both! It features the adorable Ocean Friends Stamp Set & Dies, a fun pop-up fold on the inside, and some gorgeous coordinating Designer Series Paper to tie it all together.

You know I love a project that packs a punch and is simple to recreate—this one fits the bill perfectly!

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✂️ Project Dimensions:

Base Card:

• 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″ along the 11″ side

Inside Pop-Up Section (same color as base):

• 4″ x 9 1/4″, score at 2″, 4″, and 6″ on the 9 1/4″ side

Designer Series Paper:

• 3 1/4″ x 4″
• 5″ x 4 1/4″
• Two pieces at 1 3/4″ x 3 3/4″

Pop-Up Mechanism:

• 1″ x 2″, score at 1/2″, 1″, and 1 1/2″ — roll into a rectangle shape to use as your support piece inside

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🌟 A Few Design Details:

On the front, I layered a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of DSP onto a 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ piece of coordinating cardstock. The focal point is a sweet underwater scene built with the Ocean Friends bundle, and I brought in one of the arches from the Every Day Arches Dies to frame it all. So fun and whimsical!

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🐚 Assembling the Inside Pop-Up:

This part might look fancy, but it’s easier than it seems!

1. Accordion fold your 4″ x 9 1/4″ piece along the score lines.
2. Add glue to the bottom section and attach it centered left to right and equal distance to the inside bottom section of the card base.
3. Fold the pop-up closed, add glue to the back of the top section, then close the card to secure it perfectly in place.
4. Use the rolled rectangle mechanism to pop up a cute sea creature or greeting!

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Have questions about this card or want to make it yourself? Leave a comment below or tag me on Instagram @purtypartay if you give it a try—I love seeing your creations!

Product List

Ocean Friends Bundle (English) [164692]	Everyday Arches Dies [164629]	Friends Of The Ocean 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [164684]	Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144245]	Melon Mambo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [115320]	Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297]
Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad [147097]	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin’ Pad [119782]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	Linen Thread [104199]	Antique Pearls [164679]
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]	Mini Glue Dots [103683]

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Elizabeth