Do you like trying new kinds of Fun Fold Cards? Me too… and this one has triple the fun!
If you joined me at the recent Stress Free Summit (with 3 full days of interactive FUN!), then you may have already seen this design – or maybe even made it yourself. My lovely friend Brandi Mahon shared a fantastic tutorial on how to make a Pleated Cascading Card, and I was instantly hooked! So, of course… I decided to try it for the very first time, LIVE. What could possibly go wrong? 😂
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There’s just something magical about a card that does more than sit pretty. Fun folds add that unexpected twist… literally! Whether it flips, pops, slides, or cascades (like this one!), they bring a sense of wonder and joy to both the maker and the lucky person receiving it.
I love how interactive cards turn a simple sentiment into a whole experience—and this Pleated Cascade Card definitely delivers on that!
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Pleated Cascade Card Up Close:
Here’s a closer look at my very first Pleated Cascade Card – live and unfiltered.

Is there dimension” Absolutely. Am I afraid of it? Absolutely not. 😉
And this card is be best hand delivered (with a smile!), or tucked safely in a padded envelope if it’s travelling.

I added multiple layers of design paper and decorated panels to each cascade, but you can absolutely change these up to suit your style.
PRO TIP: Avoid adding extra dimension to the inside panels as your card will not be able to close properly.

I found the perfect pre-made sentiment (from the same cardstock!) in my stash and decided to add it to the first inside panel instead of the front. The design already had plenty going on.
BONUS TIP: If you want to write your message on the layered panels (I get it… they are too pretty to touch), you can always write it on the back of one – or all – of them instead.

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Cardstock: Altenew – Cloudy Sky
Copics: E000,42,43 | G24,40 | R00,81.
Copic Multiliner: 0.3
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hi Therese
so sad that I missed Thursdays live.
Completely messed up on my end.
Have watched the replay and the card turned out so well.
Crafty Hugs
No probs my friend, there will always be a replay and a next time.
Hope you have a lovely weekend! Hugs Tx
Quick question but have you the written down the dimensions to the card?
So beautiful and pretty, you are so good at coming up with different concepts. Love this design. Hugs xx
So glad you enjoyed this one Angellica!
What is that gorgeous designer paper? I “have” to have it! I matches the Cloudy Sky color perfectly!
I did not think I needed that BetterPress plate, but now I see how beautifully it goes with the Kokeshi Dolls. Looks like I’m getting it 🙂
Thank you for sharing this brilliant fun fold!
Hi June, this paper is from Crafty Critta Designer Paper PP0022 https://www.craftycritta.com/?aff=9 This is my affiliate link with no extra cost to you if you wish to use it. They post to USA (and the conversion rates from Australia are in your favour) Dont’ forget to SAVE 5% using my coupon lostinpaper05
These blooms are too sweet, I agree with you as I ‘had’ to get them too lol.
Hope you are having a lovely week, Crafty hugs Therese x