This fancy fold card wasn't too difficult to make. The trick is to use 12" x 12" paper, a good paper cutter like the Tabletop Paper Cutter, an Exacto knife with mat (like the Stampin' Pierce Mat), and just a little patience.
Another important detail for making a beautiful card like this, is having a great set of decorative papers that match each other well. I used some of Stampin' Up!'s Designer Series Paper, which already does all the work of coordinating colors for me - it's so easy to use!
For the base paper, I have to admit, I did not have the color I wanted on hand. I had only Whisper White card stock, but I wanted the paper to have more of an aged look. So, using my handy-dandy Stamping Sponges, I was able to ink on a color that matched the palette I was using. Presto-chango! Stamping Sponges + Stampin' Pad = beautiful, matching paper!
