“In this class you will create a paper garden in a pop-up box card. Folded flat for mailing, the recipient will be able to open the card to a 3D garden of die cut flowers – a colorful way to say thank you, happy birthday, or a happy hello. No weeds here, just whimsical wildflowers!”
- 2 large box halves + 2 box tabs in aqua mist*
- 1 long panel + 1 small panel in white*
- 6 grass strips in new leaf and/or green parakeet
- an assortment of stems in new leaf and/or green parakeet
- an assortment of flowers
- a bee and/or butterfly
- a cloud and a sun
- a narrow strip of clear cardstock or scrap acetate
1. Add score tape to the flaps on the box halves and tabs and pre-fold score lines except for one that will become the back panel. For me, this was one of the panels next to a tab, and will become the third panel in the next step.
2. Line up and adhere one box half to the other – with one tab only for now. Stamp outside if desired. This is also a good time to stamp and add the long white panel to the back of the back panel. This keeps the back from folding and is also where you might sign the card. Set aside.
3. Assemble flowers onto stems. I like to layer the stem between two flower tops for stability and a more finished look.
4. Add score tape across both tabs – line up flowers above them as desired. Once the layout is decided, stick them into the score tape. Pay attention to height – you want a good portion of the stem to be attached to the tab. Once set, adhere grass over the stems on the tab. I like to layer two offset for interest and maximum coverage.
5. With the box open flat in front of you, adhere grass to match your tabs over the fold. When flat, the back panel should be the third one. Fold the left side of each tab and adhere only that side of each to the box equally between the folds of the second panel, with the top of the tab lined up carefully just below the horizontal fold line.
6. Fold the left panel over to the middle. You should now have three tabs lined up pretty evenly on the right. Remove the adhesive covers and carefully fold the right panel on top of the open adhesive and press firmly.
7. Open gently and fold carefully on the opposite fold, which should also fold flat, and will be the front of the folded box.
8. Adhere a cloud and sun near the top of the back panel. Then attach a bee and/or butterfly to a thin strip of clear cardstock and decide on placement now that your garden is assembled. The clear cardstock allows the insect to fly above the flowers! Add score tape to the end and gently press into place behind the desired tab, then fold box to press into place more firmly.
9. Fold flat to fit in standard envelope, open to pop up and enjoy!
- Garden Whimsy Box Die Collection
- Garden Whimsy Mini Stamp Set
- Miscellaneous Cardstock
- cut in 1/2 sheets – 2 aqua mist, 1 new leaf, 1 green parakeet
- small pieces to cut flowers – pure poppy, orange zest, summer sunrise, lemon tart, bright buttercup, blueberry sky, winter wisteria, hibiscus burst, white, etc.
- cut in 1/4 sheets – 1 clear or extra acetate inserts
- bone folder
- markers (to color bee and add details to flowers if desired)
- ink pads or cubes (for sentiment panels)
- adhesive
- 1/2″ score tape
- 2 way glue pens
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- Now it’s your turn! Create a pop-up card project. You can choose to re-create the exact project from Lexi above or design your own using the same concepts. Your project must also incorporate at least one Papertrey product.
- Post your project on your blog, in your gallery, Instagram or on any other photo-hosting site (such as photobucket or flickr).
- Add your project to the InLinkz list below.
- You will have until 7am ET, Thursday, August 30th, to add your link to the list to be eligible to win. One project per person please.
- One randomly selected winners will be chosen from all of the InLinkz entries on this post on Thursday, August 30th. The winner will be posted on our Stamp-A-Faire 2018 Winners Page after 9pm ET on Thursday night . The randomly selected winner will get a $20 PTI gift certificate to spend however they like!
- One randomly selected winner will be chosen from the comments of this post on Thursday as well. You will have until 7am ET, Thursday, August 3oth to add your comment and be eligible to win. The randomly selected winner will get a $10 PTI gift certificate.
Very cute pop up.
VERY CUTE, Lexi! I LOVE Pop-Up Box Cards! They’re just a SPECIAL WAY to say what you want to say!!! 😉 The little flowers are ADORABLE, along with the other pieces to complete this card! 😉
These are so cute! I love pop up box cards and I didn’t know that PTI had a die you could use for this. Thank you!
Too darn cute…love your sweet pop up box and that sentiment is fabulous!
This pop-up project is adorable, Lexi!
What a fun project. I’d like to try it when I get home.
Lexi, you are so talented.
This garden box is definitely a labor of love with all the pieces that have to be cut and glued. Good thing it is so cute. I love those little flowers.
PS – Thank you for the template, Lexi.
Very cute pop up box. I need to get to work and make one. Great SAF this year.
What a cute pop-up box idea and so cheerful! I’ll have to give this idea a try…even tho I didn’t buy the SAF kit.
Adorable!!! I would love to be able to make this. Hopefully, the box die will be available to buy at a later date.
Adorable, pop up box with the pretty flowers. Very fun.
Adorable pop up box!
What a cute little pop-up box! My great-nieces will love it!
Thanks, Lexi, for sharing how you make a pop-up box and for the template! Your colorful bouquet really does pop and love the sentiments.
So darling–would make anyone’s day! Might have to try one some day!
This one was fun. I like that it folds up and can go in an envelope to mail easily.
I just loved making this-so cute and a lot of fun. Thanks Lexi for this addition.
Great design and tutorial Lexi. I used the template and my own dies and it was very straightforward. Thanks for making it possible for those of us who didn’t buy the kit
I love your garden. Fun card and colors.
A sweet garden surprise! Darling boxcard. Have done these before, and love the result, and the joy it brings the recipient. Lexi, you have the patience of Job!
Oh Lexi’s Pop-UP box card is too sweet, the colorful posies are sure to bring a smile to the lucky recipient’s face! This project looks like such fun ~ especially if you have crafty kids or friends to play along with. 🙂
What a cute pop up box–how fun!!!!
Great tutorial Lexi!
Pop up boxes are a fun surprise! This is a sweet flower version.
How creative
Super fun card. Thanks for sharing.
Oh my, this is so lovely. Would love to give this a try.
This is so pretty and would brighten anyone’s day. Super adorable too.
This looks like a fun project. Thanks for the written instructions as well.
This is adorable, Lexi! Such a fun and different card that anyone would love to receive. So cool that it can be folded and mailed! I really appreciate the pdf file for those of us who don’t have the die. Thanks for the instructions and inspiration!
Great project and instructions
What an adorable little garden! Thank you for the template. I hope I can try making one soon.
Cute! I can imagine how this would surprise and delight whoever receives this card!
Wonderfully inspiring! Love this card and idea. Can’t wait to try it!
What what a great idea-love this! I can’t wait until I have time to give it a try.
Thank you for the pdf file for the pop-up box!
These box cards are always so much fun for the recipient. This die creates such a cute size. Thank you, Lexi!
You made a complex project feel very do-able. 🙂
This was so cute and fun to make! We think it would be cute to make a Halloween card with your monster stamps popping out. ? Thank you for teaching us, it was lovely to meet you!
This pop up box is really cute and looks like it would be fun to make.
WOW! Such detail and wonderful colours. So sad I am missing out on all the fun, but I am taking a bit of time to see all the amazing creations so far!
This is such a cute little garden! Looking forward to trying a version of this with the template provided. Thanks, Lexi!
What a sweet little surprise this card box would be to receive in the mail! Would love to see a Christmas version that holds a gift card!
The box and die cut flowers are so cute! Great color choices too.
Lexi, I LOVE this!! You blew me away with your creativity! It is so super amazing that this can fold into a card that is mailed and opened up by the recipient. It’s why I usually steer clear of 3D projects, but you totally nailed it!!
These are so adorable! I’m think8ng they would be perfect for Mother’s Day next year.
Love this pop up card! Thanks for all the great tips on putting it together! Much easier than when I made one in the past! The die is awesome! Really enjoyed stamp a faire this year! Thanks for all of your hard work!
This is so cool! My kids would love this! Anyone would love this!
This is a fantastic project and you instructions are so clear and easy to follow, Lexi! Thanks so much for sharing!
Makes me want to definitely give this a try.
These cards are so fun to create. I know the recipients love getting these.
I love these pop-up box cards. There’s so many possibilities and they really make the card extra special.
So cute!! The back panel for the back is genius. Thanks, Lexi!
I hadn’t ever made a pop-up card before so I am looking forward to finishing mine and making to send out.
A perfect little bit of sunshine to send!
These are so cute! I like how some have changed the orientation. I can’t wait to try one of these!
How fun is this! Love the bright blooms!
What a cute idea! I’ll have to try it sometime.
Many thanks, Lexi, for the wonderful tutorial! It was such fun to watch the livestream for more helpful tips. (Primary teachers rock!) You thought of everything! Can’t wait to use your template to create a little Whimsy Garden of my own. I’ve decided to use the sweet blossoms in Simple Stems for my project. I know that I will be watching your videos again while I create! I learn and grow each time you share. Ever so grateful, Lexi! ?
I am so impressed by this project, Lexi! I could never come up with something like this. Thanks for challenging me with a box card. The flowers are so, so cute. And I love seeing how you used this same concept to make a fun emoji birthday card too! I could easily take a whole weekend of box card classes with you. Thanks for a fun class this weekend.
Lizzie, such a fun card idea to really make the recipient smile! Must try this one!
I love this cute little pop-up card! Thanks, Lexi!
Loved this tutorial and surprised at how simple you made it seem Lexi. Thank you for a wonderful class and inspiration.
What a great springy project! I need to finish my project and give it to my MIL for her birthday!
Pop up cards are my favorite to make at this point. Love all the samples everyone made!
Karen