Pull out that gorgeous designer paper and use it to create this double flap accordion card! This fun fold card may look challenging but you’ll be surprised by how this easy card comes together!

Sometimes known as a flip flop card, the interior panels of this card create the most intriguing expanded card. Don’t miss the free project sheet below. It contains all the photos, cutting dimensions, and these greeting card supplies.

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Accordion Flip Card Video

Let’s take an accordion fold card and turn it into a pleated flip flop card in minutes!

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Accordion Flip Card | Hot Air Balloon

The colors alone will grab your attention on this card! The cloud background is created using a self-made stencil and dies. Don’t miss the video for all the tips and tricks on this easy technique.

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Large images are often a challenge to stamp solid. I used the Misti HERE to create these balloons which eliminated my repeated attempts at wasting paper. This stamp positioner will allow you to add several layers, perfectly placed, to achieve the perfect bold image!

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Fun Fold Flip

The inside of this card provides a surprising flip, with two panels in opposite directions, that swivel to reveal the sentiments.

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A smaller greeting at the top allowed extra space to add an additional image. The designer paper that coordinates with this suite of products is a ‘must have’. This hot air balloon was die cut from the designer paper.

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Accordion Flip Card | Kiddin’ Around

Mystical and fun is how I describe this adorable image. Perfect for the kids, this simple color palette allows the coordinating dies and images to be the star of this card.

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I used the Dark Gray Granite Stampin’ Blends alcohol-based marker to highlight the stitched bricks in the castle. It provides added depth and best of all, you don’t have to be precise.

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The Holographic paper is perfect for the stars. With an array of tones, this package of specialty paper will enhance any celebration project.

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Don’t forget the small details such as adding a stamped image or partial die cut image to a section of your card where you’ll sign it. It’s a great way to bring coordination throughout your project.

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Accordion Flip Card | Construction Zone

Whether creating this card for the handyman in your life or for the kids, the Construction Zone stamp set is easy to use and provides for lots of creative freedom.

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Once again I used the Misti to stamp these images. This tool provided me with not only an opportunity to double stamp the image so it was nice and solid, but allowed for perfect positioning of my construction worker.

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A sponge dauber was used to add color to this black and white Rock & Roll designer paper. Black and white paper is among the most versatile papers in your craft area simply because colors can easily be added for a custom look.

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The images in this stamp set work perfectly for this flip card. With a great assortment of accessory images in this stamp set you’ll be creating your own construction scenes quickly and easily.

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Click on the red tutorial box below to view and/or download the card measurements and the supplies. Click on any product in the download and it will redirected to my online store where you can view them larger and/or add them to your cart. I offer exclusive and generous online ordering REWARDS, too!

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