Create a Gorgeous Gatefold Card with the Swift Stamp Set!
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Hi crafty friends! Rick here today with a fun and creative gatefold card featuring the adorable Swift Stamp Set from C. C. Designs. This project is packed with vibrant colors, layered textures, and a sweet focal point that’s sure to impress. Plus, I’ve got a video tutorial to walk you through the process step-by-step — so let’s dive in!
Creating the Gatefold Base
To start, I cut a piece of heavy white cardstock to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" and scored it at 2 1/8" on one side. Then, I flipped the cardstock and scored it again at 2 1/8" on the opposite side to create that classic gatefold design. Once folded, the two sides meet perfectly in the center, giving the card a polished and symmetrical look.
Ink Blended Layers for Depth and Color
Next, I cut two panels at 2" x 5 1/4" and two smaller panels at 1 3/4" x 5". I ink blended the larger panels with a rich orange ink to create custom mat layers. For the smaller panels, I used a vibrant blue ink and stamped images from the Swift Stamp Set in the same color to create a tone-on-tone background — such a simple but effective way to add texture and interest!
Assembling the Gatefold Card
I layered the blue stamped panels onto the orange mats and adhered them to the front panels of the gatefold card. This added a pop of contrast while keeping the design cohesive.
Creating the Focal Point
For the centerpiece, I die-cut two hearts from heavy white cardstock. I ink blended the larger heart with a soft blue-green ink and layered the smaller white heart on top. Then, I stamped one of the cute images from the Swift Stamp Set with an alcohol marker-friendly ink, colored it with alcohol markers, and fussy cut her out. I attached her to the center of the hearts and added the layered piece to one of the gatefold flaps.
Finishing Touches
To complete the design, I added a sentiment strip to the opposite gatefold flap. The split complementary color scheme of orange, blue, and blue-green tied everything together beautifully, giving the card a balanced and eye-catching look.
This gatefold card is so fun and easy to create — and the Swift Stamp Set adds just the right touch of cuteness! Be sure to check out the video tutorial for all the details.
Happy crafting!
Rick
Video Tutorial