Pop-up cards often feel complicated, but this one proves they don’t have to be. During Friday night’s live stream, I shared a clever pop-up card made with the Pop-Up Petals Bundle that keeps the outside clean and simple while letting the inside do all the work. The pop-up mechanism is created with a single die, and it’s much easier than it looks—no complicated measuring or engineering required.

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Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.

• Glassboard Studios – click to save 15%!
• Guillotine Paper Cutter
• MISTI
• Sizzix Sanding Blocks
• Adhesive Eraser
• Magnetic Platform
• Sticky Dots
• Waffle Flower Mat
• Large Silicone Mat
• Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
• Magnet Cards  – used in this tutorial
• Storage Pockets – used in this tutorial
• Craft STAX Storage, Stackable Large Set (2 Trays, 2 Lids)
• Stamping Sleeves
• Vellum Cardstock
• Penny Black Background Basics Stencils
• Uninked Felt Pads – to make your own Cloud Cover ink pad
• Repositionable Adhesive Dots
• Mini Recoil Snips

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Bonus Idea: Two Applications, One Die Set

In the live stream video above, I demonstrate how to use the pop-up die to build a dimensional box filled with flowers. But, you will want to watch the full tutorial to see a completely different way to use this tool! I explain how I used the exact same mechanism to create a sturdy stand to attach a haunted house rather than a box for flowers. It is a totally different application that shows just how versatile this die is.

I paired this technique with the Spooky Halloween Dies (currently 50% OFF!) and the Spooky Sweet Specialty Designer Series Paper. However, if you want to recreate this look, I have a serious warning regarding the Last Chance List. I learned a hard lesson this week: “While Supplies Last” moves faster than you think.

I designed a card on Thursday, January 1, using the Wildflower Birthday Designer Series Paper. Something told me to check the inventory again on Friday morning, January 2. It was completely sold out! It never even appeared on the “Low Inventory” list—it just vanished overnight.

Please don’t let these deals vanish on you. The Spooky Halloween Stamp Set is 30% OFF, and the dies are half-price, but as I found out, they can sell out in the blink of an eye. Watch the tutorial to see the spooky surprise in action, then grab these favorites before they are gone.

Pop-Up Petals Card Measurements

• Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Balmy Cardstock
• Pop-Up Insert Layer: 8-1/4″ x 5-1/4″ Balmy Blue Cardstock
• Medium Blue Layer: 2-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ Misty Moonlight Cardstock
• Blue Layer: 2-3/42″ x 4-1/4″ Balmy Blue Cardstock
• Patterned Paper Layer: 2-1/2″ x 4″ Subtles Designer Series Paper (DSP)
• Die-Cuts White Layer: 8-1/2″ x 3″” Basic White Cardstock
• Pop Up Patterned Paper Layer: 2-3/4″ x 2″ Subtles DSP

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Ready to Wow Your Friends?

You don’t need complex measurements to create a card that stands out! The Pop-Up Petals Bundle makes it incredibly easy to add a 3D surprise inside your handmade cards. Order the bundle in my online store today and start creating interactive projects that look advanced but are simple to assemble!

If you’ve opted in, your order earns Stampin’ Rewards—a little extra joy for your cart.

Stampin’ Up! Pop-Up Petals Card Supplies

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

I’m always happy to answer questions about the project or products I’ve shared—just reach out!

Stamping Smiles,

I hope this tutorial has demystified the process of making interactive cards! Whether you use the Pop-Up Petals Bundle to create an elegant blue floral vase or try the “spooky stand” technique I demonstrated in the video, this die set creates a wow factor that is surprisingly simple to assemble.

Remember my warning about the Last Chance products—if you want to try the Halloween version, grab those Spooky Halloween Dies while they are still 50% off!

Save this Fun Fold! Want to wow your friends with a 3D surprise? Pin this image to your Pinterest board to remember how simple it is to make a pop-up card with the Pop-Up Petals Bundle!