Master the Pretty Pleats Technique with a Fun Fold Twist

 Hi Friends

Hold onto your crafting hats because I’ve got a card that’s about to pleat your socks off! Last Wednesday during my Facebook Live, we dove headfirst into the fabulous Mixed Florals bundle to create a fun fold card that’s as sassy as it is stunning. And the pièce de résistance? The Pretty Pleats designer paper technique. Yes, we took paper folding to a whole new level, and trust me, you’re going to want in on this.

Let’s talk about this card. It’s not just a card; it’s a moment. The Mixed Florals bundle gave us a dreamy canvas of blooms, while the Pretty Pleats technique added that irresistible texture and dimension. Imagine opening a card and being greeted with perfectly folded designer paper that practically says, “I’m fancy, and I know it.” That’s what we’re working with here.

Now, if you’ve ever looked at pleated designs and thought, “Oh no, that’s too advanced for me,” I’m here to tell you that’s nonsense. On our live stream, we broke it down step-by-step, and guess what? Nobody cried. There were no paper casualties. Just a lot of, “Oh my gosh, this is amazing!”

The color palette? Think vibrant spring tones with pops of sophistication. The Mixed Florals stamps and dies practically begged to be paired with the pleats, creating a look that’s elegant and playful all at once. And because I can’t resist a good pun, the sentiment was perfection—a cheeky nod to the bloom-filled design.

I may have also shared some tips and tricks for getting those pleats just right (and how to fix them if your first try looks more “wrinkled laundry” than “chic design”). Spoiler alert: patience and a good bone folder are your best friends. Oh, and don’t even think about skipping the video tutorial linked below. Watching it is like having a personal crafting cheerleader—aka me.

If you missed the live, don’t fret. The full replay is up, and I’ve linked the tutorial right here on the blog. So grab your Mixed Florals bundle, some designer paper, and let’s pleat the day away. This technique is a game-changer for your card-making, and once you master it, you’ll be adding Pretty Pleats to everything.

Are you ready to get folding and have a little fun while you’re at it? Click that video link and join the party. Your craft room deserves some pleated glamour, and you, my friend, deserve to shine.

To view the video tutorial on how it was created, click the image below to go to my YouTube channel.

 

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