A Valentine’s Day Card That Floats – and Wows!

Valentine’s Day is almost here – and today I’m sharing a quick-and-easy card that’s sure to wow! your special Valentine. This design combines two new products with a fancy fold that’s simple to execute and works like magic. I’ll walk you step-by-step through the layout so you can give this one a try – and trust me, you absolutely can.

Here’s the Valentine’s Day card I made to share with you today.

First – the Products

After one quick glance at this card, I want to jump right into the key products that make it shine.

The hearts and sentiment come from the Endless Love Bundle, new in Stampin’ Up!’s 2026 Spring Mini Catalog. This bundle is packed with classic Valentine imagery and sentiments that work beautifully for cards, tags, and beyond.

Behind those hearts are the real scene-stealers. The gorgeous panels offer a fresh, unexpected color palette for Valentine’s Day that still feels romantic and special. The Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper – February’s Product of the Month – is filled with incredible patterns and colors. With a qualifying $75 order, it can be selected for just $5 this month, making it an easy add-on.

Here’s a look at the colors and patterns in the Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper (the pack includes 3 of each of the 4 double-sided designs):

Back to the Card

While the first look shows the card “in action,” here’s how it lays completely flat – exactly how it would arrive in the envelope:

And here’s the card fully opened:

This design brings together two techniques I love using:

1. A 1/4 sheet card base, keeping the card slim and elegant.
2. A hidden flap fold that creates the illusion that the focal element is floating along the edge of the card. I’ve shared several projects using this fold before, but in those designs it was always part of the card base. This version gives the fold a little spotlight of its own.

Measurements & Instructions

Here’s a quick rundown of the layer measurements, starting with the card base and working upward:

• Flirty Flamingo Cardstock – 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
• Thick Basic White Cardstock – 8-7/8″ x 4″ (scored at 1″ and 3-5/8″)
• Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper – 5″ x 3-7/8″ (cut in half at 2-1/2″ for a continuous pattern on the card)

Trim approximately 1-1/4″ from both the top and bottom along the left score line of the Thick Basic White panel. This creates the flap where the “floating” element will attach. You can adjust these trimmed areas depending on the size of your focal image.

I created a simple graphic to show how the Thick Basic White panel is positioned on the card:

Here’s a look at the white panel from the inside of the card, where you can really see how it appears to float right along the edge.

To finish the card, I added a trio of Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels for a soft, delicate sparkle that complements the sweet hearts perfectly.

Last Thoughts

If fancy folds usually intimidate you, this is a perfect place to start. The structure does all the heavy lifting, and once you’ve made one, you’ll be itching to try it again with different sentiments and themes. Don’t be afraid to experiment – this fold is incredibly forgiving and endlessly adaptable.

The Products

Bundles: Endless Love Bundle  Stamps: Endless Love  Papers: Painted Illusions Designer Series Paper, Flirty Flamingo, Pretty in Pink, Thick Basic White  Inks: Flirty Flamingo  Accessories: Endless Love Dies, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels

Endless Love Bundle (English) – 167062

Price: $47.50

Painted Illusions 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper – 167977

Price: $5.00

Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock – 141416

Price: $14.00

Pretty In Pink 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock – 163793

Price: $14.00

Basic White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Thick Cardstock – 159229

Price: $17.00

Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin’ Pad – 147052

Price: $9.00

Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels – 158987

Price: $7.50

Thanks for stopping by today!

Brian

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