My friend MD and I spent a few fun hours creating these valentine themed swivel tower fun fold cards. Hers was inspired by a card she received in a card exchange. She decided to duplicate the method, but her annoyance elevated as she was attempting to follow what seemed a simple process. Each attempt produced what seemed to be an error. When I dropped by, we fiddled some more... It still was not quite making what we saw. When I went home, I was determined to get it resolved so we could make the card. Yea! Finally, I had the very simple measurements and method worked out. Don't laugh please...I know it is simple but sometimes it just happens!
Carol's Card
MD's Card
Join us in the fun... make one for yourself. Please share the end result!!
Measurements
• Card Base: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ cardstock.• Sentiment Panel: 4″ x 2-3/4″ cardstock.• Inside Layer: 5-1/4″ x 3-1/2″ cardstock.• Outside DSP Panels: One 5-1/4″ x 1-3/8″ (portrait) and one 3-3/4″ x 2-1/2″ (portrait).
Instructions
1. Score the Base: Place the 8-1/2″ side of the card base along the top of your scoring tool. Score at 4-1/4″, 5-7/8″, 6-3/8″, and 8″.
2. Burnish Folds: Fold and burnish all score lines. The series of small score lines near the end will create a narrow rectangular "box" or tower column when the card is assembled.
3. Attach the Sentiment Panel: This panel is the part that "swivels." Adhere it to the 1-5/8" wide section created by the 5-7/8" and 8" score lines. Ensure it is centered so it can rotate freely when the card is opened and closed.
4. Assemble the "Tower": Apply adhesive to the final 1/2″ tab (the section beyond the 8″ score line) and secure it to the inside of the card base to form the standing tower mechanism.
5. Decorate: Add your (DSP) panels to the front and the swiveling sentiment panel.
The finished card measures 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ and fits perfectly into a standard medium (A2) envelope.
