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Angled Pocket Mini Book

A project from our live show STUDIO 3 - INDUSTRY NEWS - Join Toni for her latest updates - Broadcast 24th April · 24/04/2022

A small folded book with angled pockets instead of straight edges, creating a more interesting and decorative look. Perfect for gifting tea, seeds, photos or gift cards inside the pockets.

8steps
14:45in the show
Step 1 of 8

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  1. 1

    Take an 8×8 or 6×6 piece of paper and score it in half (at 4 inches for 8×8, or 3 inches for 6×6).

    ▶ watch this step 17:45
  2. 2

    Fold the paper in half along the score line.

    ▶ watch this step 18:00
  3. 3

    Score a line up the side at 3 inches (or 2 inches for 6×6) to create the pocket depth.

    ▶ watch this step 18:30
  4. 4

    Fold the paper from the base to create your pocket.

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  5. 5

    Cut up the score line in the middle with scissors.

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  6. 6

    Fold the paper in half and cut from the open edge on an angle to create matching angled pockets when unfolded.

    ▶ watch this step 19:15
  7. 7

    Trim a small bit off the points on the left and right to reduce bulk in the centre when closed.

    ▶ watch this step 21:00
  8. 8

    Pop your gift items inside the pockets and close the book.

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