Hi everyone!

Today I’m sharing a fun and easy project, my Bi-Fold Folio using the Brighter Days Collection!

I really love this project because it’s super beginner-friendly, and once you’ve made your first one and get the hang of it, you’ll definitely want to keep making more (Trust me! I made two just for this blog and actually wanted to make more). It’s perfect to keep for yourself to store ephemera or stickers, use for memory keeping, gift to friends or family, or even sell at craft fairs!

This folio includes accordion pockets, extra pockets, and pages for journaling or photos - just everything you need in one cute little project!

Materials Used:

• Plain cardstock

• Pattern paper

• Embellishments

• Ribbon

• Velcro dots

• Elastic string

• Paper trimmer

• Glue

• We R Memory Keepers Crop-a-dile

• String

Instructions:

1. Create the folio base

Start with a 12x12 plain cardstock and trim it down to 12 x 5.5.

Score at 5, 5.5, 10.5, and 11 - this will be your folio cover.

2. Make the accordion pocket

Trim pattern paper to 8.75 x 5.

Score along the long side at:

1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1 1/4, 1 1/2, 1 3/4, 7, 7 1/4, 7 1/2, 7 3/4, 8, 8 1/4, and 8 1/2

Score at 4.5 on the short side.

Fold accordion-style.

Cut the small rectangular sections on the bottom corners, then glue the bottom flap to the sides to form your pocket.

3. Cover your folio

Cut:

• 2 pieces at 4.75 x 5.25

• 1 piece at 3/4 x 5.25

Adhere these to your folio base for decoration.

4. Attach the accordion pocket

Glue the accordion pocket onto one inside panel.

5. Create your inserts/pages

Cut different papers (cardstock, patterned, or plain) to 10 x 5.

Score at 5 and fold - these will be your journaling/photo pages.

6. Make the side pockets

Cut 2 pieces of pattern paper to 5.5 x 2.75.

Score at 1/2 and 5 (long side) and 1/4 (short side).

Trim the corners, fold, and glue to form pockets.

Punch a thumb notch, then adhere them to the opposite side of the accordion pocket.

7. Add the elastic binding

Punch holes in the center panel using your Crop-a-dile.

Insert elastic string and knot it in the middle.

Slip your folded pages into the elastic.

8. Closure options

Add velcro dots to secure the flap.

Optional: Add a ribbon or create a belly band (12 x 1.25, score at 3, 3 1/2, 8 1/2, and 9).

9. Add inserts

Cut inserts for the accordion pocket at 5 x 4.5.

10. Decorate!

Now for the fun part - decorate your folio however you like!

I added journaling cards and tags into the pockets for extra cuteness.

And that’s it!

A simple, functional, and super pretty folio you can use, gift, or even sell. Once you start making these, it’s honestly hard to stop — they’re just that addictive and cute!

Happy crafting, and don’t forget to make it your own!

Story Foundations: Brighter Days

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Story Foundations: Brighter Days Bundle

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Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

BUNDLE INCLUDES:

Story Foundations: Brighter Days Digital Kit, Cards 1, 2, &3 + Stickers!

BUNDLE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Story Foundations: Brighter Days TN Papers or Patterned Cards

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Story Foundations: Brighter Days Digital Kit

$9.00

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

DIGITAL KIT INCLUDES:

20 Patterned and 8 Gingham Solid 12x12 Papers, 5 vellum alphas and 100+ embellishments!

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Story Foundations: Brighter Days Cards #1

$5.00

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

JOURNAL CARDS INCLUDE:

(8) 3x4 and (2) 4x6 cards in both vertical and horizontal orientations on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

Read more →

Story Foundations: Brighter Days Cards #2

$5.00

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

JOURNAL CARDS INCLUDE:

(8) 3x4 and (2) 4x6 cards in both vertical and horizontal orientations on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

Read more →

Story Foundations: Brighter Days Cards #3

$5.00

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

JOURNAL CARDS INCLUDE:

(8) 3x4 and (2) 4x6 cards in both vertical and horizontal orientations on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

Read more →

Story Foundations: Brighter Days Stickers

$6.00

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

STICKERS INCLUDE:

88 digital/printable stickers on individual .png files and printable .png sheets with and without fussycutting guides and silhouette outlines! Compatible with all major cutting machines!

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Story Foundations: Brighter Days 12x12 Papers

$4.50

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

12X12 PAPERS INCLUDE:

20 patterned and 8 gingham solid 12x12 papers on individual .jpg files!

Read more →

Story Foundations: Brighter Days TN Papers

$4.50

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

TN PAPERS INCLUDE:

20 patterned and 8 gingham solid TN-Sized (4.25x8.25") papers on individual .jpg and printable .pdf files!

Read more →

Story Foundations: Brighter Days Patterned Cards

$4.50

Chapter Four of the Story Foundations collection is all about Brighter Days, because though life can throw us twists and turns, it has a way of softening again. The light lingers a little longer. The hard edges start to fade. And little by little, things begin to feel easier. This collection is designed to help you document not only spring, but stories that represent the return of hope, the quiet good days, and the moments where you realize you’re moving forward.

Brighter Days isn’t about perfection or pretending everything is suddenly better. It’s about noticing the small changes. The lighter moods. The deep breaths. The good moments tucked into ordinary days. The sunshine on your face, the open windows, the feeling that things are heading in the right direction—even if you’re still figuring it out as you go.

Story Foundations: Brighter Days builds naturally on the chapters before it, continuing the story with a sense of renewal and forward motion. It gives you space to document the gentle comeback, the small wins, and the everyday moments that remind you the story doesn’t end with the hard parts. It keeps going—and it gets brighter.

See the unboxing and example images for the Story Foundations: Brighter Days collection HERE.

Don’t forget, the entire 2026 Story Foundations Collections are meant to mix and match and pair with each other! You can see all the Story Foundations Chapters HERE.

PATTERNED CARDS INCLUDE:

20 patterned and 8 gingham solid cards on 3x4, 4x3, 4x6, and 6x4 sizes on individual .jpg and printable .pdf fies!

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