Center Step Gift Card

Here I have a quick and easy adaptation to a standard Center Step card that creates a space for holding a gift card.  You can check here for how to create a basic center step card.  I created this center step card as usual, using Blueberry Bushel cardstock.   I used one inch spacing for the sides and steps measurements.  

 

Then I decorated the card front using Balmy Blue cardstock, Basic White cardstock that was lightly inked with Balmy Blue ink, and punch outs from the discontinued Wildflower Birthday DSP.  The sentiment was created using the Thoughtful Moments Hybrid Embossing Folder which is on last chance sale as I write this.  I LOVE this set.  I emboss/die cut a bunch of sentiments using it and inking the embossing folder with Basic Black Hybrid ink.  This gives me a bunch of black and white sentiments to which I can add any color I want for a quick coordinating sentiment.  In this case, I used both Blueberry Bushel and Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends to color the sentiment.  I wanted this card to be a bit understated so it could work for a man or a woman so I didn't add more embellishments - but I DO wish I had embossed the Balmy Blue panels on the sides.  

 

Inside is where the gift card lives: 

 

I simply took a piece of Basic White cardstock that was 4" x 5 1/4" and scored it at 1" (score line parallel to the longest side).  Simply fold up along the score line, glue closed on both sides creating a pocket for your gift card.   Glue to the inside of the card and decorate as you choose.  Easy Peasy!