Shaped Easel Card with Waste-Free Die Layers

A project from our live show THE THURSDAY DROP - Brand New Launch from Toni - Broadcast 30th April 26 · 30/04/2026 · watch it from 25:45

Create an elegant landscape-oriented shaped easel card that folds flat for posting. This project uses nested waste-free dies to create layered white card stock shapes, with foam pads providing dimension and an easel mechanism that allows the decorative front panel to stand proud when opened. The clever design maximises your materials whilst creating a stunning three-dimensional effect.

You will need

Stamps By Me Waste Free Die Set- Dotty Framework - 260424BSEE IT Stamps By Me - White Blank Cards & Envelopes 7 X 7 - 240323ASEE IT Stamps By Me Tab Punch 1 - 190822A - 290422ASEE IT

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Step by step

1. 

   Cut three identical shaped pieces from white card using the largest waste-free die from the Dotty Framework set, running the die through your machine three times.

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2. Take the largest shaped piece and score it from point to point without cutting through. Fold the piece in half along the score line to create your base card. ▶ watch 31:00
3. 

   Score a second line down the centre of the back of the folded piece to create the hinge mechanism for your easel card.

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4. 

   Glue the hinge strip to the inside front of your base card, ensuring it is lined up straight and positioned correctly.

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5. 

   Fold the second-largest shaped piece upwards and glue it to the front of the hinged section to create the stand-up element of the easel card.

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6. 

   Apply foam pads to the back of the smallest shaped piece. Attach it to the front of the stand-up piece to create dimension.

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7. 

   Fold the card closed to check it folds flat and will fit in an envelope.

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8. Use a tab punch to add a small decorative tab element to the card front for added interest. ▶ watch 47:00

Tips from the show

• Do not glue the smallest piece to the back of the stand-up piece, only to the front, so the card folds flat.
• Make sure your card is straight when gluing the hinge to avoid the easel sitting at an angle.
• If the card is too tall for a standard envelope, you can trim the pieces down to fit.

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