🌺 Interactive Pop Out Card | Mintay Papers Tropical Summer | Week 5 Challenge Tutorial

Happy Friday!

I hope you have a fabulous day!

Today I'm sharing my project for Week 5 – Interactive as part of the #MintayCardChallenge and #MintayOneCardAWeek.

For this week's theme, I created a Multiple Dimension Pop Out Card using the beautiful Tropical Summer collection from Mintay Papers. Hidden inside the card is an interactive mechanism that brings the design to life as the card opens, adding wonderful movement and dimension.

I chose a soft colour palette of pale yellow, pink and teal to perfectly complement the gorgeous Tropical Summer papers. To make the card even more meaningful, I personalised it with my cousin's name, as this card was created especially for her nameday.

The measurements are simple and easy to follow, making this interactive design suitable for anyone who would like to recreate it using their favourite paper collection.

This project was inspired by a beautiful card created by Marta Dębicka, whose creativity encouraged me to try this wonderful interactive mechanism and adapt it to my own style.

I hope this tutorial inspires you to create your own interactive cards full of movement, colour and dimension.

If you enjoyed today's project, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

Do you enjoy making interactive cards, or would this be your first one?

Happy crafting!

#MintayCardChallenge #MintayOneCardAWeek

🤎 One Colour, Endless Creativity! | Side Panel Slider Fancy Fold | Mintay Papers Week 4

Happy Wednesday!

I hope you have a fabulous day!

Today I'm sharing my project for Week 4 – One Colour Only as part of the #MintayCardChallenge and #MintayOneCardAWeek.

For this week's challenge, I created an interactive Side Panel Slider Fancy Fold Card measuring 4½ x 6 inches using kraft cardstock together with two beautiful Mintay Papers collections: Basic Book 10 and Autumn Book.

The interactive slider mechanism reveals hidden dimension, while inside the card there is a special space for a hidden personal message, making the design perfect for birthdays and other special occasions.

One of my favourite things about this fold is how easy it is to adapt. Simply change the papers, colours or sentiment to create your own unique version.

I hope this tutorial inspires you to try interactive fancy fold cards and discover how effective a monochromatic design can be.

If you enjoyed today's project, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

If you had to create a card using only one colour, which colour would you choose?

Happy crafting!

#MintayCardChallenge #MintayOneCardAWeek

🌊 No Flowers? No Problem! | Diagonal Flap Fancy Fold Card | Mintay Papers Week 3 Tutorial

Happy Monday!

I hope you have an amazing day.

Today I'm sharing my project for Week 3 – No Flowers as part of the #MintayCardChallenge and #MintayOneCardAWeek.

For this week's challenge, I created a Diagonal Flap Fancy Fold Card using the beautiful Riviera Moments collection from Mintay Papers. Instead of floral embellishments, I designed peaceful seaside scenes inspired by the coast, creating a fresh and elegant project that proves flowers aren't the only way to make a beautiful handmade card.

To finish the design, I added a delicate lacy lighthouse chipboard to the front of the card, giving it extra texture and a wonderful nautical feel.

One of my favourite things about this fold is how versatile it is. The measurements are easy to adapt, making it simple to recreate using your favourite papers and embellishments for any occasion.

I hope this tutorial inspires you to try a fancy fold card and explore different themes beyond florals.

If you enjoyed today's project, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

If you couldn't use flowers on a card, what theme would you choose?

Happy crafting!

🪵 3 Easy Ways to Add Texture to Handmade Cards | Mintay Papers Week 2 | Masculine Card Tutorial

Happy Saturday!

I hope you have a wonderful day!

Today I'm sharing my project for Week 2 – Texture as part of the #MintayCardChallenge and #MintayOneCardAWeek.

For this week's theme, I created a masculine birthday card using the fantastic Birthday Man collection from Mintay Papers, together with a kraft cardstock base for a warm and classic look.

In this tutorial, I'll show you three simple ways to add texture to your handmade cards:

✨ Scoring board – creating elegant scored lines around the panels.

✨ Stencil and coloured texture paste – adding raised dimension and visual interest.

✨ Embossing folder with ink blending – enhancing embossed details to create even more depth.

By combining these techniques, you can transform a simple card into a project full of texture, dimension and character. Each technique is easy to recreate and can be adapted to suit any paper collection or occasion.

I hope this tutorial inspires you to experiment with different textures and add extra interest to your own handmade cards.

If you enjoyed today's project, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

Which texture technique is your favourite?

Happy crafting!

💜 Elegant Glamour Stepper Card | #MintayCardChallenge | Lavender Dream Elements

Happy Thursday!

I hope you have a fabulous day!

Today I'm excited to share my entry for Week 1 – Glamour as part of the #MintayCardChallenge and #MintayOneCardAWeek!

For this project, I created an elegant Stepper Card using the beautiful Lavender Dream Elements collection from Mintay Papers. To enhance the glamorous feel, I combined delicate lavender florals with gold mirror cardstock and white embossed cardstock, creating a design full of texture, shine and dimension.

I also enjoyed fussy cutting many of the floral elements to add depth and create a rich layered composition. Stepper cards are one of my favourite fancy folds because they stand beautifully for display while still folding flat for posting.

I hope this project inspires you to join the challenge or simply encourages you to create something elegant using your favourite Mintay Papers collection.

If you enjoyed today's tutorial, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

Which Mintay Papers collection is your favourite?

Happy crafting!

#MintayCardChallenge #MintayOneCardAWeek

✨ FREE Printable Images + 2 Easy Card Sketches | Inspired by Polish Traditions

Happy Tuesday!

I hope you have an amazing day!

In today's tutorial, I'm sharing two handmade cards created from one simple card sketch—one in a square format and the other in a rectangular format. The best part? The beautiful illustrations I used are FREE and available from SuperPrintable on Facebook!

For these cards, I chose illustrations inspired by Polish culture and traditions. I paired them with red cardstock, elegant shiny floral paper, and layered panels to create clean, dimensional designs. The combination of red and white reminds me of the colours of the Polish flag, giving the cards a timeless and meaningful feel.

One of my favourite things about today's project is how versatile these sketches are. You can easily adjust the measurements, use different papers, or substitute the illustrations with any images that suit the occasion, making these layouts perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or everyday handmade cards.

If you enjoy easy-to-follow card sketches, printable images, and creative paper crafting ideas, I hope this tutorial inspires you to create your own version!

Happy crafting!

🌻 DIY Sunflower Vase Shaped Card | Handmade Birthday Card | Easy Paper Craft Tutorial

Happy Wednesday!

I hope you have a great day!

In today's tutorial, I'm sharing a handmade birthday card in the shape of a vase filled with bright sunflowers. I designed the shaped card base myself and filled it with layered paper sunflowers to create a cheerful bouquet that looks almost like the real thing.

This card was made especially for my aunt after she once told me how much she loved sunflowers. Seeing her smile when she opened it made every minute of crafting worthwhile, and that's exactly why I love creating handmade cards—they become personal gifts filled with love and happy memories.

If you're looking for a unique birthday card idea that is easy to personalise, I hope this tutorial inspires you to create your own sunflower bouquet card for someone special.

If you enjoyed today's project, please give this video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments: Which flower would you turn into a shaped card?

Happy crafting! 🌻💛

⭐ Day 12: Easy 3D Paper Christmas Star | DIY Tree Decoration | 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026

Happy Sunday!

Welcome to Day 12, the final day of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in this festive creative journey!

To finish the series, I'm sharing a beautiful 3D paper Christmas star decoration that can be hung on your Christmas tree, used as festive home décor, or added to handmade gift wrapping.

This project is quick, beginner-friendly, and requires only five paper squares measuring 3 x 3 inches. After making a few simple folds and adhering the pieces together, you'll have an elegant dimensional Christmas star that looks beautiful in metallic cardstock but can easily be customised with your favourite festive papers.

I love projects that are easy to recreate and perfect for using up paper scraps, making them ideal for Christmas crafting with family and friends.

Thank you so much for joining me throughout the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026. I truly hope this series has inspired you to try new techniques, create handmade Christmas projects, and enjoy the magic of paper crafting.

If you enjoyed today's tutorial, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

Which project from the 12-day series was your favourite?

Thank you so much for watching, and happy crafting! 🎄⭐✨

💜Non-Traditional Christmas Card | DIY Pink & Purple Baubles | 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026

Happy Saturday!

I have you have a wonderful day!

Welcome to Day 11 of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in this festive creative journey!

Today's theme is Non-Traditional Colours, and I created a 5x7 inch handmade Christmas card featuring elegant pink, light purple and dark purple Christmas baubles. Instead of the classic red and green colour palette, I wanted to show that Christmas cards can be just as festive using modern, non-traditional colours.

To create the baubles, I used small nesting cutting dies and added decorative patterns with acrylic markers, making each ornament unique. One of the things I love about this design is how easy it is to customise—you can adjust the card measurements and use any nesting dies you already have in your craft room to create your own version.

Whether you're looking for fresh Christmas card ideas, modern festive colour combinations, or an easy bauble card tutorial, I hope this project inspires you to try something different this holiday season.

If you enjoyed today's tutorial, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments:

Do you prefer traditional Christmas colours or non-traditional colour palettes?

Here are the prompts for #12DaysofChristmasinJuly2026

1. Sweet Christmas

2. Shaped Card

3. Full of Sparkles

4. Christmas Floral

5. Shaker Card

6. Diorama

7. Festive Box

8. Fancy Fold

9. Snowflakes

10. Pop Out Card

11. Non-Traditional Christmas Colours

12. Tree Decoration

Happy crafting! 🎄💜✨

🎄Day 10: How to Make a Diamond Twist Pop Out Christmas Card | Interactive Fancy Fold Tutorial

Happy Friday!

I hope you have a fabulous day!

Welcome to Day 10 of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in the festive celebration!

Today's theme is Diamond Twist Pop Out, and I created a beautiful 6x6 inch interactive Christmas card that surprises the recipient with a stunning pop-out diamond fold when opened.

Fancy fold cards are one of my favourite ways to add movement and dimension to handmade cards, and this design looks impressive while being easy to recreate by following the step-by-step tutorial.

Whether you're making Christmas cards for family, friends, or simply looking for new interactive card ideas, I hope this project inspires you to try something a little different this holiday season.

If you enjoyed today's tutorial, I'd love it if you gave the video a thumbs up, subscribed to my channel, and shared in the comments what your favourite fancy fold card is.

Thank you so much for crafting with me, and I'll see you tomorrow for Day 11 of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026!

Here are the prompts for #12DaysofChristmasinJuly2026

1. Sweet Christmas

2. Shaped Card

3. Full of Sparkles

4. Christmas Floral

5. Shaker Card

6. Diorama

7. Festive Box

8. Fancy Fold

9. Snowflakes

10. Pop Out Card

11. Non-Traditional Christmas Colours

12. Tree Decoration

Happy crafting! 🎄✨

❄️Day 9: Snowglobe with snowflakes

Happy Thursday!

I hope you have a fabulous day!

Welcome to Day 9 of my Christmas cardmaking series — Snowflakes! 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in the festive fun!

Today I’m creating a quick and festive shaker snowglobe card using the beautiful Holly Jolly paper collection by Mintay Papers. This design is full of Christmas charm, yet simple enough to make when you need a handmade card in a hurry.

The finished card measures to fit a standard 6x6 inch envelope, making it perfect for gifting or sending to someone special during the holiday season. Inside the shaker window, the falling snow creates a magical winter scene that captures the joy of Christmas.

Thank you for joining me for another day of Christmas creativity! I hope this project inspires you to create your own snowy shaker cards. ✨

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — I’d love to know what Christmas card you are making this year!

Here are the prompts for #12DaysofChristmasinJuly2026

1. Sweet Christmas

2. Shaped Card

3. Full of Sparkles

4. Christmas Floral

5. Shaker Card

6. Diorama

7. Festive Box

8. Fancy Fold

9. Snowflakes

10. Pop Out Card

11. Non-Traditional Christmas Colours

12. Tree Decoration

Happy crafting!

🎄Day 8: Christmas Multiple Stepper Card | Easy Fancy Fold Tutorial | Christmas in July 2026

Happy Wednesday!

Welcome to Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in the festive fun!

Today's theme is Fancy Fold, and I created an elegant Christmas Multiple Stepper Card that folds flat for posting but opens into a beautiful dimensional display. Fancy fold cards are always a wonderful way to add a little extra surprise, and this design is easier to make than it looks!

In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll show you how to create the card base, assemble the multiple stepper sections, and decorate your project with festive Christmas elements. I used 'Holly Jolly' collection by Mintay Papers.  Whether you're new to fancy fold cards or looking for fresh Christmas inspiration, I hope you'll enjoy making this design.

Thank you so much for joining me for another day of the series. If you enjoyed today's project, please give the video a thumbs up, subscribe to my channel, and let me know in the comments which Christmas fold is your favourite.

Here are the prompts for #12DaysofChristmasinJuly2026

1. Sweet Christmas

2. Shaped Card

3. Full of Sparkles

4. Christmas Floral

5. Shaker Card

6. Diorama

7. Festive Box

8. Fancy Fold

9. Snowflakes

10. Pop Out Card

11. Non-Traditional Christmas Colours

12. Tree Decoration

Happy crafting, and I'll see you tomorrow for Day 9! 🎄✨

Day 7: Festive box #12DaysOfChristmasInJuly2026

Happy Tuesday!

Welcome to Day 7 of the 12 Days of Christmas in July 2026 collaboration hosted by Monika (PaperMona), with Katarina joining in the festive fun!

Today's theme is Festive Box, and I created a charming Christmas Tree Gift Box that is both decorative and practical. Best of all, this project is made without using any cutting dies, making it easy to recreate with just a few basic crafting tools.

In this tutorial, I'll guide you through each step, making it easy to create your own Christmas tree box and customise it with your favourite papers and embellishments.

I hope this project inspires you to create handmade gift packaging that is just as special as the gift inside.

If you enjoyed today's project, I'd love it if you gave the video a thumbs up, subscribed to my channel, and joined me tomorrow for Day 8 of the series.

Here are the prompts for #12DaysofChristmasinJuly2026

1. Sweet Christmas

2. Shaped Card

3. Full of Sparkles

4. Christmas Floral

5. Shaker Card

6. Diorama

7. Festive Box

8. Fancy Fold

9. Snowflakes

10. Pop Out Card

11. Non-Traditional Christmas Colours

12. Tree Decoration

Happy crafting! 🎄✨