Z FOLD CHRISTMAS CARD

Z FOLD CHRISTMAS CARD

Here is another example of the z fold card (the "right" way up this time).

Tania has covered each panel with decorative paper, leaving a small border around each, and added detail with die-cuts, stickers and pearls.  I won't go through each bit as you can see for yourself what she has done, although it is worth noting the Christmas baubles on the middle panel.

A triangle with scalloped edged backing has been added to the front and this draws attention to the greeting, as well as the fold of the card. The use of non-traditional colours is also worth noting.  Christmas cards don't HAVE to be green, red, white and gold!

THE OPENED CARD

Z FOLD CHRISTMAS TREE CARD

INVERTED Z FOLD CARD

Regal sells these Z-fold cards in red, white and ivory as well as forest green.  Not every one wants a super-quick card, and although these could be a speedy project, there are lots of panels to decorate if you prefer to take your time.

Marilyn has had a really good idea, and literally turned the card upside down.  By adding the thick-cut gold tree (available from Regal) to the smallest panel, the card is well-balanced and won't fall over easily when it's sat up for display.

Marilyn has used pieces from a Sparklelight 3D for embellishment (you could make your own presents with dies or just rectangles of card or decorative paper and bows), as well as stickers and tartan ribbon.

The thing I like most about this card (apart from the fact that I always appreciate alternatives to the "right way") is how nicely it sits with the presents displayed both in front, and behind the tree for a great 3d effect.

EACH PANEL

Z FOLD OVERLAPPING CARD

SITTING OPEN

TOP VIEW SHOWING FOLD

FOLDED FLAT

This is a very simple variation of Regal's three panel card, which is easier to show in pictures than to try and explain in brief......but as we have the pictures I'll give it my best shot!

Fold each of the side panels in turn over the middle panel, adding an additional fold, half way so that the edge of the panel lines up with the original fold (i.e. the edge of the card). The card edges (see the small picture at t he top) will look like they have a Z shaped fold, and the overall card will appear as a gatefold card.  Add any background papers at this stage.

Next, using a set of nesting dies (any will do, but I've used stitched circleds cut a shape that does not overhang the sides of the card (I've done this out of gloss red).  Using removable tape, centre a smaller die in the middle of the shape and run it through your die cutter so that there is a hole in the middle. Stick this shape half over the edge of the left hand folded panel of your card

Using the same die (or a smaller one) cut another shape.  I've used black gloss this time.  You could use the circle you've just cut out if you want although I think a contrast looks nice.  With your card folded shut, centre the smaller shape so that it sits inside the first shape, and stick it down.  It will be approximately half on and half off the folded edge of the right hand side.

Add whatever decorations take your fancy at this stage.

This card looks fine folded flat (see small picture above), and is easy to post like this, but it sits really nicely with a great three-dimensional effect (see large picture).  It could easily be adapted for any occasion.