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Idea of the Month

Box-Top Card

 

This month  we're going to make a fun but simple card, the Box-Top Card.  This card is so easy you won't believe it: 

Step 1

Box Top Step 1

Begin with 2 strips of cardstock that are the same size.  You can cut the cardstock any size you wish, but the length of the cardstock should be 2 times the width.  (I usually use 2 pieces of 4" x 8" cardstock).  The pieces can be the same color, though it's fun to use 2 different colors, as you'll see.  Glue the 2 pieces together as shown above, like a cross.  You may find it helpful to measure and lightly draw pencil lines so that the pieces are centered on each other.

Step 2

Box Top Step 2

Fold in each flap as shown.  Optional: corner round all of the corners.  (I think this adds a very nice touch to the card).

Step 3

Box Top Step 3

Fold the flaps in and tuck just as you would do if you were closing a box.  Simple, huh?  Stamp the flaps as desired and you are done!  You can stamp only 2 flaps, or all 4, or stamp a message on 2 diagonal flaps plus an image on the other 2 flaps, etc.  Use your imagination!  Don't forget to stamp the inside, too, so there's a surprise when they open the card!

 

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