A Different Kind of Tri Fold Card Tutorial

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On today’s Fun Fold Friday I am adding a new twist to a traditional card fold to create a more unique and playful design. Instead of the traditional method of folding a paper in half or into thirds, this technique involves folding the paper in a creative way to create an unexpected and interesting shape.

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Measurements

Real Red 5-1/2″ x 11″ and 2′ X 4″
Basic White 3-1/2″ X 5-1/4″ and scrap for Lasting Label Punch
One Horse Open Sleight DSP (Designer Series Paper)
- Scene 4″ x 5-1/4″, 3-1/2″ x 5-1/4″, and 1″ x 5-1/4″
- Solid Color 1″ x 5-1/4″ and 1-1/2″ x 5-1/4″

Instructions

Score the base at 1-1/4″, 5-1/2″, 9-1/4″
With the Real Red card base open (1-1/4″panel on the left) add 1″ solid DSP to the left panel and 1-1/4″ solid DSP to the right.
Stamp and color the 3-1/2″ white cardstock for inside greeting
Add the 4″ scene DSP and 3-1/2″ white to the inside panels
On the back adhere the 1″ scene DSP and the 3-1/2″ scene DSP
Create a Belly Band with ribbon and a tag
- Stamp, color and cut out red farm truck with tree
- Attach the truck to a white Lasting Label with Dimensionals
- Punch both ends of the 2″ x 4″ cardstock with a tag punch
- Layer the truck and tag
- thread ribbon through the tag and tie around the card with a bow
Don’t forget the envelope