Black and White Easel Card with Decorative Topper

A project from our live show Join Toni for Anything Goes Wednesday broadcast 16th Feb · 16/02/2022 · watch it from 18:45

Create a stand-up easel card using a large decorative die set. The card features a scored base that allows it to stand proud on a table, with a decorative topper layer and a tab mechanism for added dimension and visual interest.

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Step by step

1. Cut your base card using the easel die, ensuring you run it through a large die-cutting machine (A4 or bigger). ▶ watch 20:00
2. Score the fold lines created by the die to help your card stand properly. ▶ watch 22:30
3. Cut a second layer in white cardstock using the same die. ▶ watch 23:00
4. Glue the decorative layer onto your base card, aligning it carefully with the scored lines. ▶ watch 24:15
5. Cut the stopper element from the die set, which will help your card stand upright on a table. ▶ watch 28:00
6. Glue the stopper piece in line with the base fold to create the stand mechanism. ▶ watch 30:45
7. Insert the decorative tab into the slot created by the die, allowing it to stand proud from the card. ▶ watch 31:15
8. Add a focal point such as a die-cut flower or sentiment in the centre of the tab area. ▶ watch 32:00
9. Fold the card down to show how it packs flat into an envelope when not displayed. ▶ watch 32:30

Tips from the show

• You can cut these easel bases in multiple coloured cardstocks and keep them ready to use, then add toppers and sentiments as needed.
• The card packs down flat into a standard envelope, making it practical to post.
• You could hide the back mechanism by cutting and gluing another decorative layer to cover the tab area if you prefer.

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