Birthday Easel Card – Artisan Sketched Garden – Easy Tutorial

Birthday Easel Card – Artisan Sketched Garden – Easy Tutorial – Words and Wishes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin ‘Up! Demo – UK.

If you’re looking for a fun fold card that’s easy to make but looks a little bit different, this Birthday Easel Card is the perfect project. Easel cards are always a favourite because they display beautifully when opened, yet fold flat to fit inside a standard envelope.

For today’s project, I’ve created two bright and cheerful birthday cards using the gorgeous Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! One card features the vibrant Azure Afternoon cardstock, while the second uses the beautiful Strawberry Slush. Both designs are quick to recreate and are ideal for birthdays all year round.

A Simple Easel Card with a Hidden Surprise

The beauty of this design is its simplicity. The easel mechanism is easy to assemble, making it suitable for beginners while still being enjoyable for more experienced papercrafters.

Instead of using a traditional raised embellishment as the easel stopper, this card features a clever little flap. Not only does it support the easel when the card is displayed, but it also opens to reveal a hidden space that’s perfect for writing a secret message, adding a gift card or including an extra surprise for the recipient. It’s a lovely interactive feature that makes the card feel even more special.

Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper

The striking black and white floral patterns from the Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper really allow the colourful cardstock to shine. The bold contrast creates a modern look while still keeping the card elegant and versatile.

Using the same paper with two different cardstock colours shows just how easily you can achieve completely different looks from one pack of Designer Series Paper. Whether you prefer the fresh feel of Azure Afternoon or the vibrant pop of Strawberry Slush, both versions are equally eye-catching.

Beautiful Layered Birthday Sentiments

The large layered birthday greetings were created using the Words and Wishes Dies. These oversized die-cut sentiments become the main focal point of the card, adding dimension without making the design feel overly complicated.

Layering the die cuts in coordinating colours helps the sentiment stand out beautifully against the bold floral background.

Finishing Touches

To complete each design, I’ve added embellishments from the Mix and Match Ephemera Packs. These ready-made pieces are a fantastic way to finish a card quickly while adding extra interest and colour.

The floral image complements the Azure Afternoon version perfectly, while the sweet cupcake embellishment adds a fun birthday touch to the Strawberry Slush card.

Measurements

• Azure Afternoon / Strawberry Slush Cardstock:
  • A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
  • 14.85cm X 10.5cm X 1 piece.
  • 15cm X 5cm scored at 7.5cm
• Basic White Cardstock:
  • 14.35cm X 10cm X 2 pieces.
  • 4.5cm X 7cm X 1 piece
• Artisan Sketched Designer Series Paper (DSP):
  • 13.85cm X 9.5cm
  • 4.5cm X 7cm.

Why You’ll Love This Card

This Birthday Easel Card is a wonderful project because it:

• Is easy to make, even if you’ve never made an easel card before.
• Folds flat for posting.
• Displays beautifully when opened.
• Includes a hidden message flap for an extra surprise.
• Makes great use of Designer Series Paper.
• Can easily be adapted for different occasions by changing the sentiment and embellishments.

It’s one of those fun fold cards that looks far more complicated than it really is, making it perfect for impressing family and friends without spending hours crafting.

Watch the Full Video Tutorial

If you’d like to make this Birthday Easel Card yourself, be sure to watch the step-by-step video tutorial below. I’ll guide you through the entire process so you can confidently recreate this design using your favourite papers and colours.

Whether you choose Azure Afternoon, Strawberry Slush, or another favourite Stampin’ Up! colour combination, I’m sure you’ll enjoy making this versatile easel card.

I hope you enjoyed this papercrafting project and found it inspiring! Below, you’ll find a supply list linked to my online shop and a video tutorial to guide you step by step. You can also check out my Basic Craft Products, which include the essential tools I use regularly.

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Ashee xx