Hi, Lara here today! Since it is still fairly warm in Texas, there really isn’t a fall season, but it does cool off a little. I created a Mini Gratitude Folio with only one 12 x 12″ paper just for the occasion. Also, I added extra cardstock for the photo mats. Creating simple projects that look advanced is just as fun as creating detailed projects! Let me show you.
Create the Gratitude Folio Base
Score and cut one sheet of 12 x 12 patterned paper to form the base of this mini folio. It has many little pockets, flip-ups, and folders, along with a few tags.
Adding Elements
Make a little cardstock file folder to fit in the front pocket. Next, add the gratitude label and a few gold foil stars cut from an electronic cutting machine. Then add a small tag to the front side pocket and place some ribbon on it.
Inside Pages
Cut and layer photo mats with white and orange-red cardstock. Place a small “Give Thanks” ephemera and a few die-cut leaves with the E-Z Runner® Grand Ultra Strong Refillable Dispenser. For the Plaid card, I cut the paper so it would overlap when closed. Next, I placed gold and white baker’s twine, which is attached to the back of the card with Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/4in.
The page with the heart folds down so more photos can be added with some writing or a quote inside. Don’t forget to add those photo mats! All were secured with the E-Z Runner® Grand Ultra Strong Refillable Dispenser. The center page is a pocket under a flap that lifts up. Mini magnets were used to keep the first page closed and velcro dots to keep the pocket sealed.
Here is a close-up of the photo flip-down. I added a gold label and a die-cut heart.
Use a 1.5-inch circle punch to punch out a notch for the pocket in the center pocket page.
I hope you give this Mini Grateful Folio project inspires you to try it!
Thanks for stopping by!
Lara Scott
Creative Time: 45 mins
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Needed:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®
E-Z Runner® Grand Ultra Strong Refillable Dispenser
Home Hobby by 3L®
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/4in.
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8in.
Other: Patterned Papers; Ephemera; Gold Metallic Vinyl; Lace; Orange-Red and White Cardstock; Gold and White Baker’s Twine
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