Cards that Explode 🤯 | The Squash Fold | Papercrafting Playdate 61

[@pamelab7871]

I’ve never seen a squash card before. You made it look so easy to make. The “Big” stamp set looks perfect for kids BD cards. I love all your variations. You are someone who likes to “think out of the box” and you do a great job of it! Stampin’ Up has beautiful paper!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Pamela! Are you going to try a squash fold? I think you will love it, as will the person who received it. I really appreciate your words of enthusiasm.😊😊😊

[@StephanieBargelski3015]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the black and white cards with all the roses on them!!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you Stephanie! It's quite the surprise inside!😄

[@robinholschen4485]

Oh my goodness.. I so enjoyed this video. Every card was stunning, this is my new favorite fold. Thank you for the inspiration and your time. Can't wait to see more of your videos. Happy Easter / 2023

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Yay! Thank you! It thrills me to share something that can make you excited to create! 😊

[@rhondaglatting8890]

I love the “For You” card with tea cup. Inside is gorgeous!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Rhonda!😍

[@debbiethomas8743]

Hi Robin Debbie from Melbourne Australia. I loved these cards! I have made a template for my book. I will make many of these . I loved them all! I don’t think that there will be much wasted paper with these cards either. It’s a win win situation.THANK YOU for sharing your experience with me ❤❤❤❤. I watch a lot of your videos but don’t comment very often but there isn’t one that I haven’t liked yet. I always press the button love Debbie xx

[@trudienel1017]

One of the best tutorials I’ve seen in a long time,! Thank you 😘

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@stephaniebriggs9346]

Love the mini album!! Perfect for Father’s Day!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Agreed. I love all mini albums!😆

[@janebailey7657]

Your cardmaking talent is amazing!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Jane. I hope you make some explosion cards!

[@candiwelsh5524]

Great job Robin! You are so great at explaining how to make the different cards. Thank you. GOD bless you my dear❤️

[@reallyrobinstamps]

H Candi! I appreciate your kind words greatly, thank you! I hope you try this fun fold too!🥰

[@angiedefremery8855]

I use this fold with my 8th grade math students to make a 16 page review book with a quilted cover. I had no idea it was called a squash fold! I started following you 3 months ago. I love your cards and techniques. Thanks for sharing!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Angie! Your math craft project sounds very cool! I'm so happy you took the time to leave me a message - welcome! 😃

[@zolagrenda7147]

As a kid I made mud pies. You are fantastic at making beautiful cards from mud.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Mud pies - so did I! Thanks so much!😁

[@sheriMonforte]

I learned so much from this one! I know it's a little older, but works with all of the suites!! Thank you for your videos.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sheri! Agreed, these projects can be made with any currently available suites/bundles! Thank you for watching.😊

[@thereseramette6264]

Whow .... it's beautiful!!! The Cards were great!!! I like them all! Thank you very much.😀

[@reallyrobinstamps]

I appreciate your feedback, Therese! 😃

[@jeanstalker8251]

Oh! Is my mind racing with all the possibilities! Love love love the b & w worth the burst of color inside! You have given me SO MUCH inspiration!!! Tfs

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Jean! I'm loving your excitement. I hope you try these squash folds ASAP!😄

[@catharinabellekom2013]

You are an amazing teacher. Thank you from New Zealand.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, I appreciate your comment! 😊

[@dotnorman8957]

Wow!!! Awesome card for your daughter!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Dot and thank you! I can't wait to give it to her. 😁

[@bethfrye9047]

Awesome technic, thank so much for sharing it! I like all of them but my most favorite is the one that's stack several times. I think you said it was for your Daughter. She's going to love it!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Beth! Thank you for you sweet comments! My daughter DID indeed love the squash album. I want to make a Christmas themed one very soon.😁

[@lynnleyfontaine9291]

Hey Robin, Lynn from Australia here. I have made these in the past, BUT, as usual you showed me some different creative ideas that I have never seen before, like the christmas decoration - love that and will look forward to that video as I really want to make some of those - what a terrific way to use up Christmas DSP scraps. Also love the card you made for your daughter's shower - what a beautiful keepsake, and really like the masculine version. Great ideas and techniques, as always. Great job Robin. Thank you so much. Lynn

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Lynn! I am happy that you liked the projects, and will make the Christmas ornament tutorial as soon as I get some of that new gorgeous DSP from the new mini catalog!

[@sherriw7297]

Robin this has been an amazing video, I tend to always love the WOW FACTOR cards and these really bring that. Thank you so much!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much Sherri! I hope you make some exploding cards for your favorite people! 😁

[@barbaraedmondson1596]

Such great ideas! I really like the flaps with photos in the dad one.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Barbara! 😁

[@debbiepearce6716]

Hi Robin, I have found another old video! Love the squash fold. I will have to try it! Thanks again for all you creativity ❤

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Squash folds are so much fun!!! I need to make these again. Thank you for your encouragement, Debbie!😁

[@deloresangus7117]

This fold is the BEST -so versatile!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Delores! I know, right? What else do you use the squash fold for?😄

[@deloresangus7117]

@@reallyrobinstamps Goodness, I’m so new to paper crafting, this fold is new to me! I was fascinated by what you did with it! Next chance I get, I’m going to practice with copy paper first.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

@@deloresangus7117 sounds like a good plan!

[@elnaandrade5519]

Wow! Loved everything you made, especially father's day card and the christmas ornament! Great Tutorial so easy to follow. TFS

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Elna and thank you for your sweet comment! My husband still has the card sitting up on his dresser so he must have liked it too! I hope you try one of these projects.😄

[@cheripyer5257]

FABULOUS!!!! Thank you so very much Robin!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

You bet! 😆

[@karlasellers3290]

Love your variations on the explosion card, especially the father's day card where you added pictures! Your squash fold album is a fantastic keepsake. I learned how to make these explosion cards a while ago and made a bunch of squash folds but haven't made them into cards yet so I went looking for tutorials and came upon yours. Thanks for sharing!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Karla! I'm happy you enjoyed this project and are going to revisit the squash fold!😁

[@brendarochon838]

Your cards are absolutely beautiful, love them all! Thanks so much for sharing this video ! 😎🇨🇦

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Brenda! 😊

[@carolalanis795]

Love all the cards Robin❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Aw, thanks, Carol! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@Nana-us8ls]

Easy to follow directions and so many great samples. Thank you.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Nana and thank you! I hope you give the squash fold a try!😄

[@TheBichonBabe]

Love your videos so much. I have made wonderful cards from all your inspiration. This fold is amazing! Well done. A big thank you from Ontario Canada.🥰

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Ontario from Orangeville. 😊

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sylvia and thank you for saying hi! I appreciate your excitement for card making, and for letting me know my projects can help inspire your creativity.😄

[@christineh3866]

So glad I found this video. Can’t wait to try these ideas😊

[@lizarguello2924]

I sent a book binding explosion card to my Cousin for her Birthday & she was so thrilled, she made a video to share with her GChildren & me! She’s crafty so I just forwarded this video to her & I can see explosions in the near future! Watching this BTW has reignited my excitement too! THANKS always Robin! 🌺

[@reallyrobinstamps]

I’m so glad you gained some renewed energy. Explosion cards are so fun!😁

[@shirleyalexander8458]

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[@shirleyalexander8458]

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[@kriskeuler4455]

Oh my gosh you R Absolutely Amazing ❤❤❤ love everything you did!!!!🎉🎉🎉 my mind is exploding 😂have a Blessed day! Sooooo glad I found you.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello Kris! Where are you located? Thank you for loving on my videos and content - it is what I hope when figuring out what to teach. I want people to STAMP! (and love it when brains explode with possibilities!) 🤣

[@coolstamper]

Adorable card, Robin!!! 💕🌸💕

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you very much!😁

[@coolstamper]

@@reallyrobinstamps I’ve made two “squash” cards since I watched your videos.

[@bettyconnolly3074]

Amazing!! just what I need and thank you for your free download, you are very good at explaining things for us to understand and re-create.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

I love this project and am so happy that you are going to give it a try, Betty!

[@helengorton9760]

Hi from the UK ! Such a fabulous idea, can’t wait to try these ! Thank you xx

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello there and welcome, Helen! I hope you DO try some squash folds ASAP!😁

[@teresareading3536]

Awesome! The Father’s Day and the tea cup cards are is my favorites! Can’t wait to make some of these.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Teresa! Thank you for your excitement about these projects! 😄

[@taniasmith9135]

Oh I love this. Playing around with an idea of a flip down in the squash fold for Xmas cards.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Tania! Tell me more about this idea please!

[@deborahcrowder1550]

I love the card you made with the Abigail Rose products.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

You and I are aligned. That paper and bundle is just lovely. Thank you, Deborah!😄

[@robynjacobson7760]

Love the explosion cards, will definitely make these

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Robyn! These are so simple and pack such a wow! I hope you did indeed try making one!

[@candyshively3385]

What a fun card!!! Plan on trying it real soon. Thank you Robin

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello Candy! I'm glad you like this fun fold too - it's fun to give!😁

[@Scrappychic]

Love the explosion card and your ideas. Thank you for sharing

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Debra! I'm happy you like this project and hope you try it!😄

[@barbaras7058]

Thank you for all your videos. SO MANY IDEAS!!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Barbara, I appreciate your comment!😁

[@carolynrichardson2756]

These are do pretty, cant pick a favorite, I love love love them all!!!!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Carolyn and thank you! I hope you will give the squash fold a try!😄

[@robins1807]

Love all the ideas you gave for this fold. Thanks!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Robin (amazing name btw) and thank you! It is an "oldie but goodie" kind of fold!😄

[@gertrudechouinard4053]

So many great ideas! Love this design.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

I appreciate your feedback, Gertrude! Thank you!😁

[@gretchendeornelas6856]

Thank you for another great video!...My favorite??? Every ime I thought I had a fav, you added another. Cannot wait for your Christmas ideas!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Gretchen! Thank you for your enthusiastic comment! I'm glad you enjoyed the projects.😄

[@joannedonovan9489]

My favorites are the Father's Day card & the one of your daughter! But on the first one, I would make the "big" bigger!! These are great! Thanks!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Joanne! Thank you for leaving me a message and glad you enjoyed the projects! 😁

[@neldamachovsky2439]

Beautiful cards! So much fun!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Nelda - I appreciate you very much!🥰

[@sallypestana6261]

Great samples and wonderful instructions! thank you.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sally. Thank you for your comment! Happy stamping to you!😄

You really do a nice job explaining. Thank you

[@reallyrobinstamps]

I’m happy you enjoyed this tutorial!😁

[@jkdraber]

You give so many ideas from one fold. My mind was flying! Thank you.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Judy and thank you! Mission accomplished if your mind was a buzzing! Thank you for letting me know!😁😁😁

[@sandykarlovich5844]

Cute card, I’ve never made but will now. Tfs

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sandy! I hope you DO try this fun fold!😁

[@sherrycable1718]

Love them All!!! They were amazing!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Sherry! 🤗

[@MsSony12345]

I'm so glad I found you on KZbin tonight! I love these cards ! Thank you Robin!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sonay and welcome! I'm so happy you found me too! I hope you give the projects a try!😀

[@janycekey1974]

Love these! I can't wait to try this! Thank you for the excellent instruction!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Janyce! I’m thrilled you like these projects and I’m excited for you to make some explosions with your cards!😉😊

[@papercrafttherapist7998]

Thanks Robin. I tried the book fold version right away. Fun card!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Yay! I'm glad you made one right away - thank you for telling me!😁

[@andreabudd7870]

Great tutorial! Beautiful cards, thank you for sharing

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Andrea! I'm so happy you left me a message - welcome! Thank you for watching!😄

[@sherrilbjalexander2856]

Awesome ideas. I was thinking all kinds of things to do. Thank you!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sherri! Oh good! I was hoping to get that inspiration flowing!😁

[@conniefowler660]

These cards are amazing!! Great job!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello Connie and thank you for your enthusiasm for these projects! Love that squash fold, right? 😊

[@SueBooth-t6b]

Hi Robin. I've been going back thru your older videos. I love your designs. I came across this one and would love to know how to make the size you made for your daughter. I think my daughter would love something like that with my granddaughters on it. Loved what you did with all of them. I really enjoy your videos.

[@doloresdowd5203]

Hi from Lancaster, PA. ❤️ your explosion card. I have made thank you & Christmas & graduation cards using this technique. It's a fun card to make. 🤗❤️🤗

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Dolores! I tend to forget how easy and fun these are to make. Graduation is a great occasion to pull out an explosion card! 😃

[@tinkdavenport5037]

I just found this episode for the explosion card. Love it. I was able to make 2 of them. Not as hard as I thought.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Squash folds are so much fun! I think I need to revisit this fun fold again! Thank you for watching!😊

[@barbaracollner8742]

I really love this Robin

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Barbara!🥰

[@sandykarlovich5844]

Such Wonderful Inspiration, TFS!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Sandy! 😁

[@jayneschuetter5517]

Loved your cards! New to your channel will definitely be watching you from now on. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello and welcome, Jayne! I’m happy you are here! 😊

[@anaraposo522]

Beautiful cards, not hard to make at all. Thank you for sharing.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Ana! I like it when it's not too hard myself. Simple is always a winner, right?😃

[@jeanadamsick9854]

COOL, ROBIN!!!!! Do take care. Fl.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Jean!😀

[@donnamcfadzean4954]

Absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing .

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Donna! I appreciate your message!😃😃😃

[@MayaRivka]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this!!! Thank you so much!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello Lynn and thank you! I'm glad you like these projects and hope you try the squash fold!😁

[@ritaperry4761]

I can hardly wait for your videos! Your cards and ideas are the most inspiring ever!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Rita and thank you for your very generous words. You have made my day!😁

[@bettydavies6716]

I showed a friend how to do the ornament many years ago and later she taught it on a cruise ship. She said it was amazing going around the ship and seeing them hanging up all over the place! The explosion card is one of the first fancy folds I saw demonstrated about 30 years ago. Yours are absolutely gorgeous.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Betty! Thank you so much for leaving me a comment. One of my favorite things about the world of stamping is that you can use ideas over and over with different supplies and images and never get bored! What size squares do you use when you make the ornament project?😄

[@bettydavies6716]

@@reallyrobinstamps Gosh it’s a long time ago that I made ornaments but as usual did get a bit obsessed. Think they were 3” ones. I did stamp and emboss some and used edge punches too. Think my friend made them bigger on the cruise ship. I added beads and tassels too.

[@susanbarr4706]

These cards are amazing!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi friend! Thank you for watching. What have you been stamping lately?😄

[@teresabuckmaster2763]

Wow!! LOTS of ideas! Thank you!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Teresa! Now go get stamping, right?😄

[@teresabuckmaster2763]

@@reallyrobinstamps yes, im having withdrawals, my husband has been in the hospital for 11 days and i have not had time to make one card! I need to make cards!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

@@teresabuckmaster2763 I sure hope he can come home soon and be well.

[@teresabuckmaster2763]

@@reallyrobinstamps thank you he is in rehab now so 🙏🏻…

[@victoriaratajeski6843]

Love all of these cards.I will try some of them!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Victoria! I'm so glad you are going to give this squash fold a try!😃

[@barbaraarmstrong4295]

Wow!!! Love them all! Plus you really have highlighted sets I wouldn’t have been interested in. Thanks so much!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Barbara! Thank you for your comments. I'm thrilled you enjoyed the projects and saw some things in a different light. 😁

[@judijones6504]

Love them all!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much!😄

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Robin. Wow, wow, wow, please don't make me choose a favourite. These are fantastic. I think I may try it with a full 12" piece of DSP. Thanks so much. 😊

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Brenda! I also wanted to try an entire sheet of 12 x 12 and make a photo book. I think that would be very sweet and fun to put together. Thank you for always leaving a comment and chatting with me!😁

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

@@reallyrobinstamps Robin, it is my pleasure to view your videos and share comments. Thanks so much for such great co tent, 😊

[@sarahkendall9883]

Stunning. Thank you

[@reallyrobinstamps]

😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@kirrilyleader9032]

Love them all I am definitely going to have a go thank you

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Kirrily! Happy to know you will be trying these projects - makes my day!😄

[@denisediskin367]

Tried my hand at making one of these tonight. It turned out really pretty. Love this fold. Thanks for all you do.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Denise! I would love to see your creation! I'm happy the tutorial has helped you make a fun card.😁

[@triciaellen4355]

Love them all.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Tricia!😀

[@deborahcrowder1550]

Thank you! So lovely! 🥰

[@reallyrobinstamps]

😍

[@catherinechampion5963]

Good Morning from England!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Catherine! I'm so happy you are here and that you've said hi! 👋👋👋

[@wartsnew]

I always look forward to watching your videos and making your latest paper creation. I print off the Inspiration Sheets that you provide on your blog, as well. Your videos are easy to follow and I love that you give so many different ways to use the technique you are demonstrating.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello and thank you so much for such helpful feedback. I appreciate knowing how my content helps you be creative. Thank you!!😁

[@cherylpavao1546]

Love them all! 💕💜❤

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much, Cheryl!😃

[@jeanneedwards4204]

Love these. Can’t wait for the ornament tutorial! It looks beautiful

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you Jeanne! I just got some of the new Christmas papers in the mail so that I can do the ornament tutorial!🎄

[@AKgalStamps-Donnamarshall]

This is a great SIP card!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Donna! Thank you!! 😁

[@AKgalStamps-Donnamarshall]

@@reallyrobinstamps this is a great fun fold for new stampers and no dies needed. I’ve forgotten about them and came upon your video. Thanks so much!

[@kathrayner9398]

I love these cards Robin, they are such fun. Thank you for another great video and more fun folds for me to try 😊❤️

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Kath! Yay, I'm very glad the projects are ones you want to try. Mission accomplished for me! Thank you for leaving me a comment!😄

[@salliepassno6443]

Great ideas! Love the mini albums!! The tiny ornament is so cute, looking forward to that video!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sallie! I'm glad you liked the projects and hope you give one or two a try. I'm going to get some new Christmas papers before I put the ornament video together - so exciting!😃

[@janice5988]

Oh my goodness! These are ah-mazing! I love your creativity. You have sparked mine too. I simply love the photo card you made for your daughter - that one is so so special. She is going to love it. Amazing how we show our love and support through these hand made cards. Thank you Robin.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Janice!! Mission accomplished if I've sparked your creativity - Yay! I hope to give the squash photo album to her this weekend! Thank you for always leaving me a comment that brightens my day!😁

[@virginiamahon2863]

These are amazing! I love your projects. You are so good at explaining things and show us so many ideas! Thank you

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much, Virginia, for letting me know that the projects are inspiring - I appreciate YOU!😄

[@SnigDig]

I cannot wait to try this! Thanks for the inspiration Robin 💗

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Jill! So happy to see your name and comment! 🥰

[@karenvanhelden1570]

These are simply stunning, I definitely will be waiting for the Christmas decoration tutorial as I fell in love with those little stars, just gorgeous… another great morning spent with you getting my creativity sparked.

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you, Karen! You kind words meaningful to me!😄

[@sandranorman4270]

You Add the so much easier. I'd done made 2....and lovin it. Going to make some tiny dec. Ones

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Sandra! I'm thrilled you have already put this fun fold to work! 😄

[@KayReed-h1d]

Loved this! ❤

[@reallyrobinstamps]

So happy! 🤩

[@cindy547]

Love it!!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hello dear friend! 🥰😍🥰😍🥰🥰

[@mary-car]

I just love your Father’s Day card--I may make something similar for my husband for Christmas. I just made your 4 pocket album card from a 12x12 piece of retired SU paper (magnolia paper) and WOW! It’s awesome if I do say so myself. Thanks for sharing your creativity

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Hi Mary! I hope you DO make a photo card for your husband - he will appreciate the photos and the extra-specialness and personalization. I need to revisit the 4 pocket album card pattern myself as it has been too long and I have all new paper to play with! Thank you for leaving me a comment and sharing how you will use the projects!😁

[@BoomersInAnRV]

This was fun to watch!!! I love the one that you made into the big album for your husband and daughter’s shower … but my absolute favorite is that little tiny ornament please let me know when you post a video on that one!!!! 😍

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much Jannie! I will definitely make the ornament video when I get some more Christmas paper!😁

[@ChristinasSimpleBlessings]

EXCELLET VIDEO!!!

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you so much! I hope you try this project1😊

[@louannewronski4352]

Super amazing

[@reallyrobinstamps]

Thank you LouAnne!😊