Celebrate... the best day ever! (DTC #194 )

I love Independence Day in the USA! As Americans, we should remember it's more than just the date, "Fourth of July." Descended from immigrants and raised in a military family, it's pure and simple for me—I love my country and am proud to be an American. We aren't perfect, but we are blessed.

So Thing 1 has given us the following recipe for Double Trouble Challenge #194. This biweekly challenge, "Summer Fun Fold", runs through Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Summer Fun Fold Challenge #194

Servings - Unlimited Portions of Fun

Ingredients:

     3  Red, White + One Other Color

I used blue as my additional color and substituted vintage ivory paper for white. I also used silver holographic paper for the optional twist.

     2  Shapes 

Shapes depicting stars and an oval were used.

     1  Fun Fold

This is "Interlocking Gatefold". The card "locks" when the red oval is inserted into the blue oval frame. This card will stand up for display. 

View while slightly open.

THING 3:  Twisted Sister 

says, "My optional twist is for you to add fireworks, glitter, or sparkle to your project..."

Silver die-cut elements and sparkly rhinestones were added.

THING 2: Double Dare

says, the TSOT #673 sketch is below if you wish to participate. Their challenge opens on Tuesday, June 24, so use caution that you don't unintentionally publish your card before that date. Although the three elements are aligned differently, this sketch inspired me to make an 'interlocking gatefold' card.

The card was decorated inside by lining the blue card base with a white panel and stamping a companion sentiment. Additionally, two cut-aparts were added and a few small stars. 

We also have an Alternate Challenge. Creative Creases "Anything Goes Fun Fold" is a monthly challenge starting on the 1st Friday of each month and ending the Thursday before their next challenge begins. Use the links below according to your post date for your Fun Fold entry:

     June 23 - July 3rd - Click HERE for June Challenge #104 

     July 4th -  July 6th - Click HERE for July Challenge #105 

Please join our challenge at the DTC194 Blog, and check out TSOT673  and Creative Creases 104/105. 

Thank you for looking. I appreciate your comments. Thinking about Independence Day, I have included a personal photo below that I enjoy. 

My Dad's Aircraft (B-52) 

Now celebrate your country's specialness!

Melanie

Materials

Stamps: Stampin' Up! "Birthday Blossoms" (sentiments)

Inks: Stampin' Up! Night of Navy

Cardstock: Stampin' Up! Real Red & Night of Navy

Patterned Paper: Authentique Collection "Glory"; SBC Holographic

Dies: Hero Arts Infinity (circle)

Misc.: SBC Foam Tape, rhinestones from stash