If you’re looking for a card that’s packed with personality and a fun surprise, this Open Bay 5″ x 7″ Window Card is the perfect project! Today’s design features the adorable Wild Bunch Stamp Set—June’s Product of the Month—paired with beach-inspired products from the July 2026 Online Exclusives collection.
The unique bay-window design creates a dimensional display that folds flat for mailing while opening to reveal a charming beach scene filled with playful critters. Whether you’re making birthday cards, summer greetings, or just sending a smile, this fold is sure to impress!
GALLERY
Featured Products
This project combines several coordinating products to create a relaxing summer scene.
Stamps & Bundles
- Wild Bunch Stamp Set (June Product of the Month!)
- Splash & Relax Bundle
- Rolling Waves Dies
- Waterside Retreat Bundle
- Wanted to Say Dies
Designer Series Paper
- Beach Boardwalk Designer Series Paper
- Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper
Specialty Product
- Summer Happiness Washi Tape (July 2026 Online Exclusive)
- Summer Happiness Bundle
Card Measurements
Base Card
BoHo Blue Cardstock
- Cut: 11″ x 7″
Side Supports
Cut 2 strips
- 1½” x 11″
Score each strip at:
- 1½”
- 3″
- 8″
- 9½”
These scored strips create the dimensional “bay” effect that gives the card its unique window appearance.
Background Layer
Basic White
- 4¾” x 6¾”
Designer Series Paper
- 4½” x 6½”
This creates the beautiful ocean backdrop behind the open window.
Inside Layers
Cut:
Basic White (2)
- 1¼” x 6¾”
Designer Series Paper (2)
- 1″ x 6½”
These layers decorate the inside side panels.
Front Window Layers
Top Panel
Designer Series Paper
- 1″ x 4½”
Basic White
- 1¼” x 4¾”
Side Panels (Cut 2)
Basic White
- 1¼” x 3¾”
Designer Series Paper
- 1″ x 3½”
Corner Squares
Cut 8 total
Designer Series Paper
- 1″ squares
Basic White
- 1¼” squares
Window Sheets / Acetate
- 4″ x 6¾”
The acetate creates the “glass” effect while keeping the front beautifully open and airy.
Summer Happiness Washi Tape
One of my favorite details on this project is using the new Summer Happiness Washi Tape as a custom background.
You’ll need:
- Basic White cardstock
- 4″ x 11″
Simply apply strips of the washi tape across the cardstock and cut using the coordinating DIES. It’s a quick way to add vibrant summer color and tropical flair!
Stampin’ Blends Coloring Guide
Bring these adorable critters to life using Stampin’ Blends!
Bull / Koala
- Crumb Cake
- Barely Blush
- Smoky Slate
Snail
- Bubble Bath
- Hydrangea Hue
Penguin
- Smoky Slate
- Basic Black
- Timid Tiger / Daffodil Delight
These soft color combinations perfectly complement the beach-inspired papers.
Why I Love This Fold
The Open Bay Window Card is one of those interactive folds that looks much more complicated than it really is. The dimensional front frames your stamped images beautifully, while the acetate window keeps the design feeling open and light. The combination of the seaside papers, bright summer colors, and the whimsical Wild Bunch critters makes this project perfect for:
- Summer birthdays
- Thinking of You cards
- Vacation memories
- Children’s cards
- Beach lovers
- Anyone who could use a smile!
Watch the Full Video Tutorial
In the complete video tutorial, I’ll walk you through:
- Building the Open Bay Window card base
- Scoring and assembling the dimensional supports
- Creating a custom background with Summer Happiness Washi Tape
- Decorating the acetate window
- Coloring the Wild Bunch critters with Stampin’ Blends
- Adding all the finishing touches to create a polished 5″ x 7″ card
I hope this project inspires you to try a new fun fold and combine some of the fabulous July Online Exclusives with the adorable Wild Bunch stamp set. If you create one, I’d love to see your version—be sure to share it and tag Stamp ART Connection! Happy stamping! 🎨🌊🐌🐧🌞
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