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Joyful J Designs
Papercrafting Tutorials, Tips & Tricks


Dinosaur Birthday Card + Download
Looking for a fun DIY dinosaur birthday card that's sure to impress? This adorable handmade dinosaur birthday card is perfect for kids, but it's easy to customize for dinosaur-loving teens and adults too! In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll show you how to create this playful card using a simple Z-fold design that's easy to make and fun to display. The Z-fold base gives this card a fun interactive twist. When displayed, the dinosaur appears to stand upright, creating a charmi


Potty Training Reward Chart Tutorial + Download
Today I'm sharing a project that is a bit different from my usual card tutorials! My daughter is currently potty training, and I decided to make her a potty training reward chart to give her a little extra motivation. Of course, instead of buying one, I turned this into a fun afternoon papercrafting project. So far, she absolutely loves it! She earns one reward sticker for going pee and two stickers for going poop. (she also has to pull up her pants and wash her hands before


Patriotic Thank You Card
My husband needed some masculine, patriotic thank-you cards, and I figured—why buy them when you can make them? :) These Z-Fold cards are simple to assemble and come together quickly once all of your paper pieces are cut. I especially love Z-Fold cards because they have a fun interactive design that feels a little more special than a traditional flat card. For this project, I used the Stars and Stripes Forever collection by Echo Park Paper Company, but any red, white, and blu


Flower Pick Card for Mom
My daughter selected a beautiful hanging basket to give her Memaw for Mother's Day, and of course we needed a matching card to go with it!🌸 This project is simple to cut with your digital die cutter, and assembly is super easy. The heart in the center opens just like a mini card, giving you the perfect little spot to sign your name or write a short message. Although it’s perfect for pairing with a hanging basket, it would also make a beautiful addition to a bouquet or vase o


Paper Strip Bookmark
These adorable paper strip bookmarks are incredibly easy to make and are perfect for gifting. They're quick, beginner-friendly, and a great way to turn leftover paper scraps into something both beautiful and useful. They're also a proven hit at craft fairs. I like to display them on my checkout table and they always get a lot of attention. I also include them as freebies with online orders, which customers love. Whether you’re an avid reader, a crafty parent, or just looking


Seed Pocket Card
Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with a handmade card that literally grows with love? 🌸 In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a cheerful spring greeting card featuring a pretty floral design and a pocket on the inside — perfect for tucking in a packet of flower seeds. Whether you’re making it for Mother’s Day, May Day, or just to brighten someone’s day, this card is sure to plant a smile (and maybe a garden!). Let’s gather our supplies and m
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