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Tip: This card is the perfect size for holding a gift card inside!

Folded Graduation Cap Card
By Tami Hartley

A special fold adds a touch of fun to this classy graduation card.

Featured Product:
CL336 ClearDesign: Happy Graduation


Hero Materials:
CH149 Card Buttons Neutral (40)
PW104 Embossing Powder - Clear
CG187 Floral Brocade *
CL336 ClearDesign: Happy Graduation
AF101 Black Ink Pad
VC253 VersaMark Dazzle Frost
PS610 Snow Layering Paper
* limited availability

Additional Materials:
template, black cardstock, black embroidery floss, silver thread, pop dots


Instructions:
  1. Size petal card template (from Mirkwood Designs) so that the center square section measures approximately 3.5" square. Print template onto white cardstock and cut out to use as a pattern. Trace around pattern onto black cardstock. Cut out, score where indicated, and fold.
  2. Flip cardstock over and stamp Floral Brocade onto the middle section with Versamark Dazzle Frost ink. Heat emboss with clear embossing powder.
  3. Stamp message and diploma on a square of Snow Layering paper with black ink. Adhere inside card.
  4. Tuck flaps as you would a cardboard box top, as shown.
  5. Create a tassel using black embroidery floss and silver thread. There are many great tutorials and videos available online demonstrating how to create a tassel in a few simple steps. You could also repurpose tassels from old bookmarks or buy premade tassels.
  6. Add a black button to the center with thin pop dots. Loop tassel around button.

Variation:
Add a pop of color with a tassel that matches the school colors.


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