Two Quick & Easy Card Techniques with Two-Tone Cardstock!

July 11, 2025July 11, 2025 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ Leave a comment

You can make a stunning card quick & easy using Stampin’ Up! Two-Tone Cardstock and Black Ink!
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery Fun Fold card idea with Two-Tone Cardstock-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I love a monochromatic card. This simple fun fold showcases both the light and dark side of the two-tone cardstock.

The cardstock base measures 5 1/2″ x 12″ and is scored at 3″, 6 1/2″, and 10 1/2″.
Fold and burnish the score lines folding back and forth (mountain fold, valley fold, mountain fold). The image from Gallery Blooms is stamped in black ink and cut out with the coordinating die. I tied a bow and adhered it to the card with a Mini Glue Dot. The sentiment from Spotlight on Nature is cut out with a die from Unbounded Love and popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

The two-tone cardstock has a white core which creates a unique look using the tearing technique.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery and Your Are Remarkable Fun Fold card idea with Two-Tone Cardstock-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I folded the last score line in on the right side. I tore this piece along the edge to expose the white core (and beautiful texture) then adhered the piece to the inside of the card. The inside image is also from Gallery Blooms and the sentiment is from You Are Remarkable. It stands nicely for display.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery and You Are Reamrkable Fun Fold card idea with Two-Tone Cardstock-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I added a panel on the inside for a handwritten message using one of the dies from Textured Notes.

What do you think of the tearing technique? Have you tried it?

I really like to emboss two-tone cardstock. It’s quick & easy! I love how the embossing & sanding technique I used on the card below adds so much texture!
Stampin' Up! Wonderful Thoughts and Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder Thinking of You textured and blended Card Idea-jeanie Stark StampinUp
I used Calypso Coral Two-Tone Cardstock on the front of my card. I embossed it with the Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder then used my blending brush to add some Pecan Pie ink to the flower centers. After that I used a sanding block and gently rubbed over the front of the cardstock to expose the core. I don’t think my photo does this card justice as it really pops and is just bursting with texture!

There are so many different techniques you can do with two-tone cardstock. I am just getting started! I love to experiment and try new things. Do you have a favorite card/technique from today? I’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment below!

If you haven’t tried the two-tone cardstock, grab some today and save 20%!
I hope you are inspired to try the tearing technique and/or embossing & sanding.

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Here’s a look at assorted two-tone cardstock packs.
*Click on the title or images below to view/shop in my online store.

Celebrate Together 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 166653

Stampin' Up! Colors: Blackberry Bliss, Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Fresh Freesia, Pool Party, Strawberry Slush-visit just stampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Blackberry Bliss, Cloud Cover, Daffodil Delight, Fresh Freesia, Pool Party, Strawberry Slush

Meant to Bee 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 166626

Stampin' Up! Meant To be Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Bubble Bath, Old Olive, Petunia Pop, Pool Party

Memories in Bloom 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 166715

Stampin' Up! Memories In Bloom Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Darling Duckling, Granny Apple Green, Petunia Pop, Secret Sea, Summer Splash, Timid Tiger

Weekend Adventures 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 167324

Stampin' Up! Weekend Adventures Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Basic Beige, Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Misty Moonlight, Old Olive, Pecan Pie

Turtle-y Sweet 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 166712

Stampin' Up! Turtley Sweet Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Petal Pink, Pool Party, Poppy Parade

Wildflower Celebrations 12″ x 12″ Two-Tone Cardstock – 166627

Stampin' Up! Wildflower Celebrations Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Blueberry Bushel, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pretty in Pink, Pool Party, Soft Sea Foam

Everyday You & Me 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Two-Tone Cardstock – 166631

Stampin' Up! Everyday You & me Two-Tone Cardstock-visit juststampin.com for handmade inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Colors: Gray Granite, Lost Lagoon, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Pretty Peacock, Very Vanilla

Let me know if you have any questions or need help with a project!

Have a great day! Thanks for stopping by!
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Jeanie

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With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the PDF and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.

Product List for Card #1 (Click on image below to SHOP my online store.)

Gallery Blooms Bundle [165213] $53.00	Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set [165211] $19.00	Gallery Blooms Dies [165212] $40.00
Spotlight On Nature Bundle [163581] $52.00	Spotlight On Nature Cling Stamp Set (English) [163579] $23.00	You Are Remarkable Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [165445] $20.00
Unbounded Love Dies [163383] $36.00	Textured Notes Dies [165555] $31.00	Weekend Adventures 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [167324] $12.00 SALE $9.60
Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [166780] $14.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $8.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $8.00
Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Bone Folder [102300] $8.00
Paper Trimmer [152392] $28.00	Simply Scored [122334] $37.00	Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $140.00

Product List for Card #2

Wonderful Thoughts Bundle (English) [161494] $53.00	Wonderful Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161899] $25.00	Sunflower 3 D Embossing Folder [166145] $12.00
Calypso Coral 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock [166674] $10.00	Calypso Coral 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [122925] $14.00	Early Espresso 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [119686] $14.00
Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [166780] $14.00	Pecan Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad [161665] $9.00	Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Pad [147114] $9.00
Blending Brushes [153611] $15.00	Linen Thread [104199] $5.00	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $8.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $6.00	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.25
Bone Folder [102300] $8.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $28.00	Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $140.00

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Sunday Showcase – Mystery Stampin’ Z Fold Cards with Hidden Flap

June 8, 2025June 7, 2025 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ 3 Comments

Welcome to my Sunday Showcase. Today’s cards were created by stamping friends who played along with my Mystery Monday Stampin’. (Many thanks to these ladies for sharing their creations!) These fun fold cards are so cool! It’s a classic Z fold card with a hidden flap.

Stampin' Up! Unbounded Love fun fold card - visit juststampin.com for more handmade card inspiration-Jeanie stark StampinUp — Created by Karen Hallam

Stampin' Up! Z fold card with hidden flap-visit juststampin.com for more handmade card ideas-Jeanie Stark StampinUp — Created by Cindy Thompson

Stampin' Up! Kintsugi Inspirations Fun Fold birthday card idea by Rosanne Mulhern-juststampin.com — Created by Rosanne Mulhern

Stampin' Up! Everyday Happiness fun fold card idea by Ruth Mowry-juststampin.com — Created by Ruth Mowry

Stampin' Up! Z Fold Card with Hidden flap by Ramsey Alexander-juststampin.com — Created by Ramsey Alexander

I love the hidden flap on these cards! I like to write a personal message inside cards so this design is perfect for displaying while keeping the personal stuff private. What do you think of this fun fold? I would love to hear from you! Leave a comment below.

You can Click HERE to download/print the Mystery Stampin’ PDF and give this fun fold a try. You’ll also get the details on the two cards I created below.

I would love to have you join me for this week’s Mystery Monday Stampin’! It’s really fun and easy… just follow the clues to create! You will find the first clue (the supplies and measurements) for this week’s challenge below.

This week’s mystery card is a fun fold that I recently discovered and haven’t posted on my blog. Sound mysterious??? Get ready to solve the mystery.

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

Cardstock– 4 1/4” x 9 1/2” for card base
Cardstock (same color as card base) – 2 @ 2 1/8 x 3 1/4 , 2 @ 2 1/8 x 2 1/4
Designer Series Paper- *Cut landscape piece: 5 x 3 3/4, plus extra if decorating envelope
Basic White – 4 x 5 1/4 (for inside card), plus extra for sentiment
Ink
Stamps
Adhesive – Including Dimensionals
Embellishment- ribbon, adhesive dots or gems/sequins (*optional)
Envelope
Tools – Trimmer/Score Board, Bone Folder, scissors if needed to fussy cut
*Optional – die cut or punch for sentiment layer

Check back tomorrow for Mystery Monday Stampin’. I’ll share the rest of the clues. It will be up to you to create and solve the mystery!! I hope you will play along. I’d love to see and showcase your creativity!

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

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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 a PDF from my “Just Stampin’ Sketchbook” showcasing card designs that you can use with any stamp set. This is a great resource! (*You can collect new design tutorials each month!)
With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the PDF and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.

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Bookmark Cards with Mixed Florals & Beautiful Gallery…Free PDF

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 ~ Jeanie Stark ~ 4 Comments

Did you play along with my Mystery Monday Stampin’? If you followed the clues you would have created a fun fold pocket card with a bookmark.
Mystery Solved!
Stampin' Up! Mixed Florals and Unbounded Love fun fold bookmark card-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I love to read and often give books as gifts. This is the perfect card for just about anyone! It’s a great card for when you want to give a little something to a coworker or friend. The bookmark could be used in a novel, catalog, recipe book, magazine, journal, or Bible.

I used the beautiful Mixed Florals Bundle on this bookmark card.
Stampin' Up! Mixed Florals and You Are Remarkable Fun fold bookmark card-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I love how easy this card is to create. The bookmark just slides in the pocket on the front of the card.

I love the different floral images in this set.
Stampin' Up! Mixed Florals Bundle-visit juststampin.com for inspiration and ordering information-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Color your heart out with the line-art images of the Mixed Florals Stamp Set. Whether you paint with watercolors or color with alcohol markers, you’ll love the creative freedom this stamp set allows! You can even leave the coloring up to your recipient for an added calming activity!
I love to color! I used Stampin’ Blends to color the flowers then cut out the image with the coordinating die.
Stampin' Up! Mixed Florals and Unbounded Love bookmark-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
I made a masculine version for a friend who is retiring.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery and Painted Trees 3D embossing Folder fun fold pocket card with bookmark-Jeanie Stark StampinIUp
I love the added texture you get from embossing folders! *The Painted Trees 3D Embossing folder used on this card is retiring and on the Last Chance list.
(It makes beautiful Christmas and winter cards too!)

I used the NEW Beautiful Gallery DSP for this card and bookmark.
Stampin' Up! Beautiful Gallery and Painted Trees 3D embossing Folder fun fold pocket card with bookmark-Jeanie Stark StampinIUp
The sentiment on the inside is from another new bundle, Notes & Totes.
Stampin' Up! Notes & Totes card with bookmark-Jeanie Stark StampinIUp
I will list the supplies I used to create both cards below. You can shop my online store 24/7.

What do you think of today’s cards? Which one is your favorite? Leave a comment below.
Stampin' Up! Fun fold card ideas with Mixed Florals & Beautiful Gallery-join me for Mystery Monday Stamping and follow the clues to create handmade cards-Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Are you ready to give this fun fold a try?
I’d love to see what you create! Click on the PDF below and follow the clues. 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 blog!

Click HERE to download/print the Mystery Stampin’ PDF

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

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 a “Just Stampin” PDF Tutorial showcasing card designs that you can use with any stamp set. This is a great resource! (*You can collect new design tutorials each month!)
With an order of $75 (or more) I will send you the tutorial and thank you card as well as a card kit or Stampin’ Up Product of my choosing – this varies monthly.

Product List for Mixed Florals Card
*Click on product image to shop my online store.

Mixed Florals Bundle [164642] $56.50	Mixed Florals Photopolymer Stamp Set [164639] $24.00	Mixed Florals Dies [164641] $39.00
You Are Remarkable Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [165445] $20.00	Wonderful Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161899] $25.00	Unbounded Love Dies [163383] $36.00
Mixed Media Florals 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [164638] $12.50	Boho Blue 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [161724] $11.50	Calypso Coral 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [122925] $11.50
Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [166780] $14.00	Boho Blue Classic Stampin’ Pad [161650] $9.00	Boho Blue Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161659] $11.00
Calypso Coral Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154881] $11.00	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154883] $11.00	Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [154892] $11.00
Pressed Flowers Embossing Folder [165614] $11.00	Boho Blue 3/8″ (1 Cm) Textured Ribbon [161631] $8.00	Misty Moonlight & White 1/4″ (6.4 Mm) Starter Ribbon Pack [165276] $5.00
Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels [158987] $7.50	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $8.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $6.00
Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Bone Folder [102300] $8.00
Hole Punch Assortment [165409] $23.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $28.00	Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $130.00

Product List for Beautiful Gallery Card

Beautiful Gallery 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [165196] $12.50	Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [165491] $20.00	Notes & Totes Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [165239] $19.00
Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [133676] $11.50	Cloud Cover 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [165621] $14.00	Basic Beige 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [164511] $11.50
Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad [147111] $9.00	Painted Trees 3 D Embossing Folder [164026] $11.00	Cloud Cover 3/8″ (1 Cm) Faux Linen Ribbon [165271] $8.00
Stampin’ Seal [152813] $8.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $6.00	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25
Bone Folder [102300] $8.00	Hole Punch Assortment [165409] $23.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $28.00
Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $130.00

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