Infinity Shaker Card with Square Window

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 11th MAR 23 - Join Toni for her latest products and inspiration - show 3 · 11/03/2023 · watch it from 14:00

A pre-taped, pre-scored shaker card with a square window that creates a shop-bought finish. You fill it with embellishments like glitter, sequins, or money, then fold the sides to seal it closed.

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Step by step

1. Peel off the protective film from the square shaker card to reveal the crystal-clear acetate window. ▶ watch 14:00
2. Burnish all the pre-scored lines firmly with a bone folder or similar tool to ensure clean folds. ▶ watch 14:30
3. Bend the card forward and then back to give it durability before filling. ▶ watch 14:45
4. Fold down the four sides to create an open pocket for your embellishments. ▶ watch 15:00
5. Fill the window with your chosen items such as glitter, sequins, lottery tickets, or money. ▶ watch 15:15
6. Fold each of the four sides up and press down firmly onto the pre-taped adhesive to seal. ▶ watch 15:45
7. Cover the back of the card with patterned paper to hide the hinge and complete the card. ▶ watch 16:15

Tips from the show

• The tape is very strong once stuck, so be careful if you need to reposition.
• You can leave the protective film on until the very end if you're worried about scratching the acetate.
• These work brilliantly for money and gift cards inside the window.

More from this show

• Infinity Shaker Card with Circle Window
• Embossed Card with Beaded Heart Design
• Half-and-Half Embossed Card with Mixed Designs
• Coloured Embossed Butterfly Card with Brushwork
• Metallic Embossed Greenery Card

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