Belt & Buckle Fun Fold Card Tutorial

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Belt and Buckle FUN FOLD FRIDAY

Today, we’re diving into a fun fold design that’s sure to add an extra touch of charm to your card-making repertoire. Imagine a card that plays a little game of peek-a-boo; closed, it’s neatly held together by a cleverly crafted paper strip, mimicking a belt. This belt, attached at one side, gracefully folds across the front panel, only to be tucked under a smaller, perpendicular strip, like a buckle, affixed to the front. It’s a design that’s not only visually engaging but also offers a delightful surprise element for the recipient. Get ready to fold, tuck, and create a little magic as we step into the detailed process of making this unique card. Let’s unleash our creativity and bring this playful concept to life!

Measurements

Garden Green 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ and 3/4″ x 2-3/4″
White 4″ x 5-1/4″
DSP Flight and Airy 2 @ (2-1/2″ x 5-1/4″) and 1″ x 4-1/2″ and 1/2″ x 2-1/2″ (FREE)

Instructions

Score base at 4-1/4″. Then cut off 1-1/2″ x 5-1/2″
Trim the strip down to 1-1/4″ x 4-1/2 and score at 4″ (belt)
Open the card and Glue the 1/2″ tab of the belt to the right side
Close the card and glue the 1″ x 3-3/4″ DSP to the front of the belt.
Adhere the 2 pieces of 2-1/2″ x 5-1/4″ DSP to the front and inside of the front panel
Assemble the buckle. Glue the 1/2″ x 2-1/2″ DSP to the 3/4″ x 2-3/4″ cardstock Add Dimensionals to the ends and adhere over the belt, making sure it can easily slide in and out of the buckle.
Add the white cardstock to the inside.
Create the hello Hexagon and glue it to the belt.
Cut out 2 birds and glue them inside the card.
Add dots to the 2 ends of the buckle.