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Single-Pocket Fold-Out Page with Tab Closure

A project from our live show MIGHTY MONDAY - Join Toni for her detailed papercrafting sessions - Broadcast 25th November 24 · 25/11/2024 · watch it from 13:30

Single-Pocket Fold-Out Page with Tab Closure - the finished project
The finished project

Create a charming 6x6 album page featuring a single fold-up pocket with a decorative tab closure. This project uses pink striped patterned paper and a marbled accent piece to create a practical storage solution for photos or memorabilia. The main techniques include scoring, folding, and using a decorative punch to create the tab closure.

You will need

Stamps By Me Tab Punch 1 - 190822A - 290422AStamps By Me Tab Punch 1 - 190822A - 290422ASEE IT Atc Card Bundle 100 White Cards 090522MAtc Card Bundle 100 White Cards 090522MSEE IT

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Step by step

  1. Step 1: Score a half-inch hinge along one edge of your 6x6 paper using your scoring board.

    Score a half-inch hinge along one edge of your 6x6 paper using your scoring board.

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  2. Step 2: Turn the paper 90 degrees. Score another half-inch line along the adjacent edge, maintaining the same distance

    Turn the paper 90 degrees. Score another half-inch line along the adjacent edge, maintaining the same distance from the edge.

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  3. Step 3: Cut away the small square where the two score lines meet to remove bulk from the card.

    Cut away the small square where the two score lines meet to remove bulk from the card.

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  4. Step 4: Fold the bottom edge of the card up to meet the top edge, creating a pocket shape. Hold the card in place and

    Fold the bottom edge of the card up to meet the top edge, creating a pocket shape. Hold the card in place and ensure the edges align neatly.

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  5. Step 5: Score along the fold line firmly using a scoring tool to create a crisp, clean edge for your fold-out page.

    Score along the fold line firmly using a scoring tool to create a crisp, clean edge for your fold-out page.

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  6. Step 6: Apply adhesive tape or glue along the side edges of the pocket to seal them closed, keeping the top edge open.

    Apply adhesive tape or glue along the side edges of the pocket to seal them closed, keeping the top edge open.

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  7. Step 7: Punch two tab shapes from contrasting paper scraps using your tab punch.

    Punch two tab shapes from contrasting paper scraps using your tab punch.

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  8. Step 8: Attach one tab punch to the front of the pocket and one to the back to create a pull-out closure. The tabs wil

    Attach one tab punch to the front of the pocket and one to the back to create a pull-out closure. The tabs will form a hinge mechanism for opening and closing the pocket.

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  9. Step 9: Trim away any excess hinge material from the edges of your fold-out page to reduce bulk before adding it to yo

    Trim away any excess hinge material from the edges of your fold-out page to reduce bulk before adding it to your album.

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