Acetate Tent Card

Make a tent card with a clear front.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Cut a sheet of sturdy cardstock in half to create a 5 1/2” x 8 1/2" panel.
   
   Score along the long side at 1 3/4”, 6”, 7”, 8”.
   

   

2. Step 2

   Use a decorative edge die to shape the 1 3/4" end section of the panel.
   
   If you don’t have a border die, you can use one side of a larger shaped die that will accommodate a 5 1/2" panel width. Slide the panel through the opening of the die so that the cutting edge is only on top of the panel where you want to cut.
   

   

3. Step 3

   Plan your design. If you want to have a stamped sentiment on the 1 3/4" section of the panel, stamp it now. (Remember, the top panel will fold down onto the card front. Orient your stamping as shown.)

   

4. Step 4

   Trim down the quarter sheet background panel, cutting 1/8” from the width and length (finished size 4 1/8" x 5 3/8"). Adhere it to the inner section of the card.

   

5. Step 5

   Add strong double sided tape on the top flap…

   

6. …and on the 1/2" flap at the bottom of the card.

   

7. Step 6

   Pull off the liner of the tape at the top of the card first. Line up the acetate panel with the fold, and close the card to adhere.

   

8. Step 7

   Fold the panel up at the 6” score line, down, and then up again to create the tent base.

   

9. Step 8

   Before removing the liner of the tape on the 1/2” flap, check to make sure the acetate panel is sized correctly. Trim slightly if needed. You may need to trim up to 1/8” from the bottom, depending on the thickness of your cardstock.

   

10. Pull off the liner of the tape at the bottom, tucking the acetate under the 1/2" flap. Press to adhere.

    

11. Step 9

    Adhere die cuts to the front of the card. Tie a ribbon around the top fold or add other embellishments if desired.

    

12. Step 10

    Complete the card.

    

13. This card will fold flat for mailing in a standard A2 envelope. Depending on the thickness of your cardstock, the fit may be a little snug, and the card may require extra postage.

    

Video!

Variations

1. For a vertical tent card, begin with a card base that is 9 3/4" x 4 1/4". Score along the long side at 1 3/4", 7 1/4", 8 1/4”, and 9 1/4". Follow the rest of the instructions above.
   
   Supplies used here: Lawn Fawn Puffy Cloud Border Lawn Cuts, Spellbinders Shapeabilities Balloon Kids, Nestabilities Classic Ovals, The Cat’s Pajamas Grass Cutups; Impression Obsession B13775 So Very Loved
   

   

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