Front Step Easel Cards with Waterside Retreat & More

~ Jeanie Stark ~ 1 Comment

Did you play along with my Mystery Monday Stampin’? If you followed the clues you would have created a Front Step Easel Card similar to this.
Mystery Solved!
Stampin' Up! Waterside Retreat Fun Fold Masculine Birthday card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Today’s card is a sneak peek of some new designer series paper coming out May 5th.
Stampin' Up! Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Drift into calm creativity with the Waterside Retreat 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper. Soft, painterly images and sun-faded hues evoke the laid-back days of a lakeside getaway. From life vests and oars to buoys and bicycles, each sheet of this beautifully designed paper captures a beloved element of lake life. The two cut-apart sheets offer the perfect opportunity to add scenic touches to your handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and more!

I created this card for a friend’s birthday today! I usually struggle with masculine cards; however, this DSP and fun fold design made it so simple!!! I used one of the “cut-apart” images on the bottom “step” of my card. Here’s a look at the side view of this card.
Stampin' Up! Waterside Retreat Fun Fold Masculine Birthday card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
My friend, John, loves to go fishing and he has a dock just like this leading out to his boat. *The punched out image is from the retired Storybook Moments Specialty Designer Series Paper. We get together a couple of times a week to play Mahjong. I chose a sentiment from the retired Game On! Stamp Set for the inside. It was perfect for him!!!
Stampin' Up! Game On Stamp Set and Waterside Retreat Fun Fold Masculine Birthday card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Even this plaid DSP was perfect as these are the colors of his home office! I love it when everything comes together for a special personalized card! (This is why I love handmade cards!!!)
Stampin' Up! Waterside Retreat Fun Fold Masculine Birthday card idea-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I only created one card this week because I have made this fun fold before. You can click on the images below to view the original post for each of the cards. You can use the same DSP pattern on this style card or choose two different patterns. It’s a great way to use left over pieces! The cards below have a slight variation in the measurement for the “step” in front. You can make them shorter or taller. There are endless possibilities! *There’s no right or wrong way to do Mystery Stampin’!!!

Stampin' Up! Chhers & Sips Fun Fold birthday card idea with Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper-Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin' Up! Happiness Abounds fun fold birthday card - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
*This was one of my FAVORITE Designer Series Paper!!!

I would love for you to play along with my mystery stamping! Click on the link below and follow the clues. Use what you have and create this front step easel card. Then take a photo of your card and send an attachment to my email (j.stark@goeaston.net). I’ll share your works of art on my Sunday Showcase!
*Everyone who shares their card with me receives a Free PDF!!!!
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Click HERE for the Mystery Monday Clues

You can get a sample of the Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper and more with my New Catalog Product Shares!
www.juststampin.com
New catalog and new papers, ribbons, and embellishments. Get a taste of what’s new with my May 2026 Catalog & Online Exclusives Product Share.
Click HERE for all the details to reserve your Product Share!

Have a great day! Thanks for stopping by!
(*I’m hosting Mahjong this afternoon and celebrating John’s birthday!!!)
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

Product List

www.juststampin.com
My Just Stampin’ Rewards:
I appreciate each and every order!  Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me:
  • Shop and earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards on orders of $20 or more. Use them on your next order or save them up to 1 year for something special!
  • All orders will receive a handmade thank you card from me.
    (*You can choose to remove the sticky note inside and reuse the card.)
  • With a $50 order you will receive the Fun Fold PDF’s from my Mystery Stampin’ cards. *You will receive that month’s PDF’s on the first of the following month.
  • With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the PDF’s and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.
  • Orders of $75 (or more) qualify for the Product of the Month! For just $5 you can add-on the New April Product of the Month or any of the previous Products of the Month.  AWSL

www.juststampin.com

Mystery Monday Stampin’

~ Jeanie Stark ~ 1 Comment

Let's create a handmade card together- visit www.juststampin.com for clues and all the details-Jeanie Stark Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Welcome back for another Mystery Monday Stampin’! I hope you are ready for a fun creative challenge! One of the wonderful things I love about mystery stamping is you use what you have! Are you ready to choose your creative adventure and solve this week’s mystery? Grab your supplies, follow the clues, and see what your finished card looks like at the end — it’s always a fun surprise!

Yesterday I shared your first clue. If you missed that post (with the list of supplies),Click HERE for Clue #1

Now that you have your cardstock, designer series paper, and other supplies, it’s time to create! Simply follow the clues step by step to create a beautiful card. Feel free to add your own twist…there is no right or wrong way to do Mystery Monday Stampin’! Here are the rest of the clues:

CLUE #2
Score the 4 1/4 x 11 cardstock @ 5 1/2. Fold & burnish with a bone folder to create a top folding card base.

CLUE #3
Score the 4 x 10 1/4 cardstock on the long side @ 5 1/4 & 7 3/4. Accordion fold the score lines. *The smaller section should be in front. Burnish with a bone folder. Adhere to the card base.

CLUE #4
Adhere 3 3/4 x 5  DSP to the top section of the cardstock.

CLUE #5
Adhere 3 7/8 x 2 1/2 DSP to the front “step” section of the cardstock.

CLUE #6
Create a focal point for the front of your card. Stamp/Punch/Die Cut sentiment and/or image. Adhere the focal piece to the card front, only adhering to the front “step” of the fun fold card.

CLUE #7
Stamp a greeting on the 4 x 5 1/4 white cardstock and adhere inside card.

CLUE #8
Does your card need anything else? Embellishments? Trim/Ribbon? Add that now.

CLUE #9
Decorate your envelope (stamp/emboss/add DSP) to coordinate with your card.

Have fun creating! I can’t wait to see what you create! Take a photo of your card and send as an attachment to my email (j.stark@goeaston.net). Feel free to reach out if you need help or have questions.

Check back tomorrow to see my mystery cards revealed.

LAST CALL for my Just Stampin’ Special Edition 2026-28 In Color Card Kit. 
I only have a few kits left! *These kits will be shipped this week!
Get your hands on the new In Colors and create 5 fun fold cards!
Click HERE or on the photo below for more information.
Stampin' Up! 2026-2028 In Color cards with Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper and A Round of Hellos stamp set-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Don’t forget to reserve your Product Share!www.juststampin.com
New catalog and new papers, ribbons, and embellishments. Get a taste of what’s new with my May 2026 Catalog & Online Exclusives Product Share. Click HERE for all the details to reserve your Product Share!

Have a great day! Thanks for stopping by!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

CLICK HERE TO SHOP STAMPIN’ UP!

www.juststampin.com
My Just Stampin’ Rewards:
I appreciate each and every order!  Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me:
  • Shop and earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards on orders of $20 or more. Use them on your next order or save them up to 1 year for something special!
  • All orders will receive a handmade thank you card from me.
    (*You can choose to remove the sticky note inside and reuse the card.)
  • With a $50 order you will receive the Fun Fold PDF’s from my Mystery Stampin’ cards. *You will receive that month’s PDF’s on the first of the following month.
  • With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the PDF’s and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.
  • Orders of $75 (or more) qualify for the Product of the Month! For just $5 you can add-on the New April Product of the Month or any of the previous Products of the Month.  AWSL

www.juststampin.com

Sunday Showcase…Fun Fold Slide-Out Cards from Mystery Stampin’

~ Jeanie Stark ~ 1 Comment

Welcome to my Sunday Showcase where I share the fun fold cards from my stamping friends. These Fun Fold Slide-Out Cards were created by following my Mystery Monday Stampin‘ clues.

Stampin' Up! Cute As A Bug fun fold birthday card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Rosanne Mulhern
Stampin' Up! Cute As A Bug fun fold birthday card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Rosanne Mulhern
Stampin' Up! Splash of Sparkles fun fold anniversary card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Nancy Farrell
Stampin' Up! Splash of Sparkles fun fold anniversary card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Nancy Farrell
Stampin' Up! You Are Remarkable fun fold card for a friend-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Ruth Mowry
Stampin' Up! You Are Remarkable fun fold card for a friend-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Ruth Mowry
Stampin' Up! Frames & Flowers fun fold sympathy card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Karen Hallam
Stampin' Up! Frames & Flowers fun fold sympathy card idea-visit juststampin.com for inspiration, ordering information, and more-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Created by Karen Hallam

What great inspiration! I love this slide-out fun fold! Many thanks to these talented ladies for sharing their creativity with us!

Are you ready to give this fun fold a try?

Click HERE for the Mystery Monday Stampin’ Clues

Click on the image below for more details on the Slide Out Cards I created with the Garden Poetry Designer Series Paper.
Stampin' Up! Garden Poetry fun fold slide-out cards-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I would love to have you join me for this week’s Mystery Monday Stampin’! It’s really fun and easy. I give you step by step clues to create a fun fold card. The best part is you USE WHAT YOU HAVE to create a handmade card! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned stamper, this is a creative way to kick off your week with stamping fun. You do not need a specific stamp set or paper. You already have what you love, so use it! You will find the first clue (the supplies and measurements) for this week’s challenge below.

CLUE #1 -Gather your supplies to be ready to play Mystery Monday Stampin’

  • Cardstock #1 – 4 1/4 x 11
  • Cardstock #2 – 4 x 10 1/4
  • Basic White/Neutral Cardstock- 4 x 5 1/4, extra to stamp/die cut sentiment and/or image for focal piece
  • Designer Series Paper #1– 3 3/4 x 5 (H)
  • Designer Series Paper #2– 3 3/4 x 2 1/4 (H)
  • Envelope
  • Stamps
  • Ink
  • Adhesive
  • Ribbon/Embellishments of choice (optional)
  • Tools – Trimmer/Score Board, Bone Folder
  • *Optional – coloring tools, embossing folder, die cut/punch, Cut & Emboss Machine

Check back tomorrow for the rest of the clues!

LAST CALL for my Just Stampin’ Special Edition 2026-28 In Color Card Kit. 
I only have a few kits left! *These kits will be shipped this week!
Get your hands on the new In Colors and create 5 fun fold cards!
Click HERE or on the photo below for more information.
Stampin' Up! 2026-2028 In Color cards with Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper and A Round of Hellos stamp set-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I am also offering product shares where you can get a taste of the New In Colors and/or new Designer Series Papers, ribbon, & embellishments coming in May. Sign Up Now to reserve your share!
www.juststampin.com
Click HERE to Reserve your Product Share!

Have a great day! Thanks for stopping by!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie

CLICK HERE TO SHOP STAMPIN’ UP!

www.juststampin.com
My Just Stampin’ Rewards:
I appreciate each and every order!  Here are the things you can expect when you place an online order with me:
  • Shop and earn 10% back in Stampin’ Rewards on orders of $20 or more. Use them on your next order or save them up to 1 year for something special!
  • All orders will receive a handmade thank you card from me.
    (*You can choose to remove the sticky note inside and reuse the card.)
  • With a $50 order you will receive the Fun Fold PDF’s from my Mystery Stampin’ cards. *You will receive that month’s PDF’s on the first of the following month.
  • With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the PDF’s and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.
  • Orders of $75 (or more) qualify for the Product of the Month! For just $5 you can add-on the New April Product of the Month or any of the previous Products of the Month.  AWSL

www.juststampin.com
CLICK HERE TO SHOP STAMPIN’ UP!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP NEW ONLINE EXCLUSIVES
CLICK HERE FOR PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
Click HERE TO SHOP KITS COLLECTION
CLICK HERE to SHOP LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS