How To Make A Stunning Boxy Pop-Up Card With Stampin’ Up! Charming Day Bundle
Learn to create beautiful dimensional cards without coloring - perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike!
Pop-up cards add an extra special touch to any occasion, and the boxy pop-up card design is one of the most impressive yet achievable techniques you can master. In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how to create a gorgeous boxy pop-up card using the Stampin' Up! Charming Day stamp set and Floral Charm Designer Series Paper - no coloring required!
What Makes Boxy Pop-Up Cards Special?
Boxy pop-up cards create a three-dimensional effect that literally "pops" off the page when opened. The technique involves creating two separate box sections that fold flat for mailing but spring to life when the recipient opens the card. This particular design is perfect for crafters who prefer die-cutting over coloring, making it accessible to all skill levels.
Materials You'll Need To Make These Cards
Charming Day stamp set & dies
Floral Charm Designer Series Paper
Secret Sea cardstock
Basic White cardstock
Brick 3D embossing folder
Stylish Shapes dies
Charming Shimmery Faceted Dots
Tools & Adhesive:
Scoring board
Bone folder
Multipurpose liquid glue
Take Your Pick tool
Scissors
Boxy Pop-Up Card Video Tutorial
While the written instructions below will guide you through each step, watching the video demonstration will make the assembly process much clearer and help you avoid common folding mistakes. Seeing the technique in action is especially helpful for understanding the adhesive placement and folding sequence!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Creating the Card Base
Measurements for the base: 4¼" x 10½" piece of Secret Sea cardstock
Score your base cardstock at these measurements:
5½"
6¾"
8¾"
10"
Making the Pop-Up Element
Measurements for pop-up piece: 3" x 5½" cardstock
Score this smaller piece at:
3¾"
5"
Pro Tip: Use a bone folder to create crisp, clean folds on all score lines before assembly.
Adding Designer Series Paper
Before folding and gluing the structure together, attach your designer series paper:
Large piece: 4" x 3½" - attach to the card base first
Small piece: 1¾" x 4" - save for the front section
Assembly Technique
The key to success with boxy pop-up cards lies in understanding where to place your adhesive:
First Box: Place adhesive on the ½" flap, fold at the second score line, then flip and stick down
Second Box: Use the same technique, but align with the center fold of the card for perfect placement
Design Variations
The beauty of this technique lies in its versatility. You can:
Change the orientation (horizontal or vertical)
Use different sentiments and die cuts
Experiment with various color combinations
Mix and match designer series papers
Why This Technique Works for Everyone
This boxy pop-up card method is particularly appealing because it:
Requires no coloring skills - perfect for those who prefer die-cutting
Uses coordinating products - ensures a cohesive, professional look
Creates impressive results - recipients will be amazed by the dimensional effect
Offers endless variations - one technique, countless possibilities
Tips for Success
Score accurately - precise measurements ensure proper folding
Crease thoroughly - sharp folds create professional-looking results
Test your adhesive placement - practice the folding technique before applying glue
Layer strategically - place sentiments before overlapping elements
Final Thoughts
The boxy pop-up card technique opens up a world of creative possibilities using your favorite stamp sets and designer papers. Once you master this fold, you'll find yourself reaching for it again and again to create stunning cards that are sure to impress.
Whether you're making a single special card or creating a coordinated set, this technique delivers professional results that look far more complicated than they actually are. Give it a try with the Charming Day bundle, or adapt it to work with your favorite Stampin' Up! products!
Have you tried making boxy pop-up cards? Share your creations and variations in the comments below!
I hope that you like this idea. Once again, thank you to Missy and all of you for watching today.
I hope you have a happy and blessed day.
Aloha,
Cindy
