Inside: how to make a folded Christmas tree card
Adding a Christmas tree to your Christmas card is a classic way to make handmade holiday cards and the best way to do that is to make a folded tree Christmas card.
HOW TO FOLD A PAPER TREE
There are many techniques and ways to make folded paper Christmas trees in a 2D and 3D looks. I'm going to show you how you can do it in just 5 minutes!
The idea is to use half a circle as the base shape to fold the tree.
HOW TO CUT A CIRCLE
In order to use half a circle you need to cut a full circle first.
You can cut a circle with:
- A circle cutting system
- Use calipers to draw a circle and then cut it
- Trace a plate or a large circle and cut it
Here are some circle cutting systems you can use
You need to remember:
- The largest the circle the largest the folded tree so you need to make sure the size of the tree matches the card.
- Use a double sided cardstock for the best look and colors.
- Use bone folder for crisp and accurate folds
HOW TO MAKE A FOLDED PAPER CHRISTMAS TREE CARD
- Cut a circle from double sided cardstock and then cut it in half
- Fold the half circle according to the video
- Attach the paper folded Christmas tree to the card
- Embellish the card and add a sentiment or title
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR AN AMAZING CARD
- Attach the tree to the card with foam tape to give it more dimension and depth
- Embellish the tree with rhinestones or pearls for extra bling
- Use two different color mats for the front of the card
- Make another smaller tree for the inside of the card
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11 comments on “CLEVER INSTANT WAY TO MAKE AN EASY FOLDED CHRISTMAS TREE CARD”
Thanks so much for these great instructions, I will be making many of these trees!
Adorable card
Thank you for sharing
Thanks for sharing your expertise, it is appreciated
This card is adorable and I love how easy it is to make. I have seen them before but wasn’t sure how to make the card.
I love that Chrismas in our family is all about family…it is so great to have the entire family together for one day again.
Love your cards
I am loving all of these cards! I just love the festivities of Christmas!
Fantastic. Very creative.
I loVe the annual Christmas tree hunt. The bickering and snow ball fights! The whining and complaining! And every year, that tree is the prettiest!
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I love this easy yet pretty tree card! Thanks for the inspiration!
Einat, this card s just beautiful! I love the unique fold! Thank you for sharing and for the video! You are awesome!