Bright & Cheery Split-Front Gift Card Holder | Easy Cardmaking Tutorial (Video)

Want to give a card that’s as fun to make as it is to give?

Today I’m showing you how to create a split-front gift card holder that’s bursting with color and texture — perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want to surprise someone special with a little extra cheer.

This design features the Banner Sayings Bundle and Beautiful Pattern 3D Embossing Folder — two of my newest favorites from the latest release! You’ll also see a few sneak peeks from my upcoming December Bingo Card Class, so if you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time. (Registration closes Nov 29, but we usually sell out early!)

Project Highlights

• Split-Front Design: A fresh twist on traditional gift card holders — this one reveals a pocket and a peek of the card front when opened.
• Banner Rainbow: I used all 10 colors from the Brights DSP Pack to create a layered, colorful banner cascade that makes the sentiment strip pop.
• Embossed Texture: The new Beautiful Pattern 3D Embossing Folder adds gorgeous depth to the Basic Beige panels without stealing the spotlight.
• Sentiment Selector: I stamped multiple sentiments down a white strip in coordinating colors, then added a “finder” window (die-cut with the “O” from Alphabet à la Mode Dies) to spotlight the perfect message — such a fun touch!
• Finishing Details: A twine bow and a few Brushed Brass Butterflies complete the look with elegance.

When you open the card, you’ll find the sentiment inside along with a built-in pocket for a gift card — perfect for birthdays, holidays, or thank-yous!

In today’s video, I walk you step-by-step through how to:

• Create the split-front card base and pocket
• Emboss with perfect placement
• Stamp and layer the rainbow sentiment strip
• Customize your “finder window” for a playful detail

Creative Tip:

Did you know you can easily test all your new stamps at once without removing them from the acetate sheet?

Before you peel anything off, ink them all up and stamp onto scrap paper. Then slide that sheet behind the carrier acetate — now you’ll always know where every image belongs!

Craft With Me at December Bingo!

Love this bright and cheerful style? You’ll adore what I have planned for Bingo on December 13th!

We’ll be featuring the Banner Sayings Bundle again — with a totally new set of projects, games, prizes, and crafty fun. 🎉
Seats are limited, and we always sell out early, so grab your spot today HERE

Project Layers (Imperial):

• 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ Thick Basic White CS
• 2-1/2” x 4” Basic Beige CS- emboss
• 1-3/8” x 4” Basic Beige CS- emboss
• 1-3/4” x 4” Basic White CS
• 2-1/4” x 1-1/4” Basic Black CS- die cut
• (10) DSP Punched Banners
• Approx. 10” Twine

Let’s Create Together!

I have created a printable recipe with the complete supply list and cut dimensions for you. Simply click the button below to access the printable file.

Ready to get started? Check out the full video tutorial below to see each step in action. I’ll walk you through all my tips and tricks for how easy it is to create this fun design yourself in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Watch the video replay below and be sure to leave me a comment.

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Wasn’t that super fun? Did this spark new ideas for your next project? Tell me in the comments below the post: Do you prefer to give gift cards in your handmade cards — or do you usually tuck in a little note instead?

Can’t wait to read your answers!

Don’t forget to join me for some LIVE papercrafting every Tuesday at 12:30PM ET on my YouTube Channel where we will play with some new goodies from the current Catalogs! Jump on over and follow me now. Looking forward to seeing you and your crafty friends for our next LIVE papercrafting class!

Shopping List 

Banner Sayings Bundle (English)

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

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Brights 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

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Brights Classic Stampin' Pad Bundle

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Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

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Real Red & White Baker's Twine

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Brushed Brass Butterflies

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Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

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Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder

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Alphabet à La Mode Dies

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Take Your Pick

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Paper Trimmer

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Bone Folder

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Stampin' Seal

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Multipurpose Liquid Glue

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Mini Glue Dots

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Stampin' Dimensionals

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The fun begins Saturday June 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET for our next virtual BINGO event where we will play Bingo and then create our cards. You have to join us LIVE on Zoom to play BINGO. If you cant join us LIVE, you will still get to enjoy the card class.

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I’m sure you agree…papercrafting can bring so much joy. Whether you use it for stress relief, to share your creativity, or have meaningful cards and gifts always at your fingertips, papercrafting has value that goes far beyond the projects.

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The August 2026 Cultivated Creativity Kit features the Framed Violets Bundle from Stampin’ Up!’ — discover how beautiful handmade cards don’t have to be complicated.

Together we’ll create four elegant cards and a sweet little giftable while exploring creative ways to use patterned paper, specialty cardstock, and layered details that make every project feel polished and personal. Everything is thoughtfully designed to help you build confidence while enjoying a peaceful creative escape.

Your kit includes all the prepared consumable supplies needed to create the projects (except the featured bundle), with die-cutting, punching, and dry embossing completed for you whenever possible—so you can spend less time preparing and more time creating.

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