Simple Frame

Create a folded paper frame to highlight your image.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Stamp your image/background on a 3”x 3” piece of paper.
   

   

2. Step 2

   Score both 3" x 6" pieces of cardstock at 3/4", 1",1 1/4", 1 1/2", 4 1/2", 4 3/4"”, 5" and 5 1/4".
   

   

3. Step 3

   Apply Scor-tape™ to the outer panel on the back of your scored cardstock pieces.

   

4. Step 4

   Fold at the scored lines and peel off the paper lining of the Scor-Tape.

   

5. Fasten it so that the edges of the frame form squares.

   

6. Step 5

   Adhere your image to one of the frame pieces.

   

7. Step 6

   Glue the image and half of the frame to the other frame piece.
   
   

   

8. Add a popped up image for more dimension. (optional)
   
   

   

9. Step 7 (Optional)

   Thread string or ribbon through the frame and make a small bow in one corner.

   

10. Step 8

    Adhere the framed image to the card front.

    

Video!

Variations

1. To create a frame without holes at the edges make one of the frame piece 4/8” wider.

   

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Simple Frame. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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