Friday, March 2, 2012

Fun Fold Friday

It's Fun Fold Friday and the last post before the big Cricut Imagine drawing!!  Exciting if I do say so myself. 
Today I have a simple gate fold the one below is using the Pagoda Cartridge and some origami papers (the floral pattern).
Gate folds are very easy to make!

First you decide what size you want to make the base.  Say you want to make a 6x6 gate fold--you will to start with a strip of paper that is 6" wide by 12" long.  To form the gates you will score at 3" and at 9".  Pretty simple right--so what ever your base is add half to each end and you have it made.

You can close it with ribbon, a big die cut, a spellbinders cut or a stamped image on paper you attach to the front.  This one I used a square of white paper and added a die cut on top. I also added some ribbon but that is not needed.

I always like to finish off the inside of my cards so here I did multiple layers and some edge inking.  As soon as I get back from Europe I am going to work on videos for each of the fun folds I do.  I know some of y'all like to see it done and trust me this one is super simple--anyone can do it.
Remember to leave those comments and we will see you back here Monday for the big Imagine giveaway!
Make it a great one-

Posted by scrapguy at 2:50 AM
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  1. cardsbyannMarch 2, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    Nice fold today Bryan! Easy and effective. Love the embossing!
    I hope you have a blast in Europe. I loved everywhere I went over there. I was lucky enough to travel throughout Germany and visit most of the nearby countries for 2.5 weeks while visiting my brother and sister in law a couple years ago. I never would have imagined I'd get to do that but I can't wait to go back. I bet you'll come back so inspired!
    -Heather M
    http://cardsbyann.wordpress.com/

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  2. Joan SmithMarch 2, 2012 at 5:23 AM

    Great Fun Fold Friday today....your directions are awesome that's what I like about all your directions/videos you make it easy to understand..that's my cup "o" joe.....(I'm a coffee nut) Have an awesome time in Europe and enjoy the German food (yummm) grew up on it..my grandma only cooked "German" style food!

    I am so looking forward to all your tutorial videos.

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  3. What Can I Do Today?March 2, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    Super cute! I love the addition of the origami paper.

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  4. CrystalMarch 2, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    Great card. I love that cartridge. I have used it many times.

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  5. CRAZY4 CHRISTMarch 2, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Very pretty!! thanks for the tip on how to make a gate fold card!! Can't wait til Monday!!
    Kristan

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  6. UnknownMarch 2, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    Love how easy this fold is to re-adjust the size and all the different possibilities for the front. How exciting to be going to Europe, sooo jealous!! Thanks
    Cindylu

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  7. Denise KMarch 2, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    Thanks for sharing ! Can't wait to try this one myself !! Enjoy your trip !

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  8. Scrap Du JourMarch 2, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Thanks for the dimension explanation. That makes it much less intimidating to make a card like this. Can't wait to see who wins the imagine. Of course I hope it's me! But whoever wins is one lucky crafter.

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  9. YvonneMarch 2, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    Thanks for the easy instruction on the gate fold card.

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  10. Miriam PrantnerMarch 2, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    Cute card, and the inside looks great!

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  11. marciaMarch 2, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    I really like how you finish off all your cards on the inside. I never remember to do that or else, I have pushed the card to the last minute and I am completely out of time by the time is done!

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  12. TeresaKMarch 2, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Thank you for making various folds simple for me to understand!

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  13. JenniferMarch 2, 2012 at 7:35 AM

    Bryan,

    What a gorgeous card!!!!!! Beautiful paper and perfect embossing for your Asian flare. I am loving your "Fun Fold Fridays"!!! :) What a great idea! I love changing it up with fancy folds...I just finished a Stair Step Card and a Side Step Card (lots of birthdays this month).

    Thank you so much for sharing!

    Crafty hugs,

    Jennifer
    partridgelu at yahoo dot com

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  14. Debbie (from Sugar Land)March 2, 2012 at 7:44 AM

    I'm really enjoying the changes in your blog - just getting better and better. Thanks!

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  15. A Cup of Cold WaterMarch 2, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Cute card. I love Fun Fold Friday!
    Thanks for sharing
    Susan

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  16. Jackie BMarch 2, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    Loving your Fun Fold Fridays. You explain these folds so well that anyone can do them. Thanks for sharing.

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  17. MMarch 2, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Thanks so much for this fun fold! I can't wait til Monday!!!

    Melissa
    myscraphour.blogspot.com

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  18. AprilsL8March 2, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    What a pretty card! Thanks for all your instructions - you make it all seem so easy!

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  19. Dawn, RIMarch 2, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Great gatefold love the kimono on the front with the origami paper.
    Dawn RI

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  20. KimMarch 2, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    I love this card and the fact that you have achieved the oriental feel without using the traditional colors of red/black/gold, very refreshing...plus the fact that green is my favorite color! :)

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  21. moknowsallMarch 2, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I have made hundreds of cards, but never a gate fold card. now that you demonstrated, it does look really easy. I will try one this week.

    Maureen

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  22. JamiecraftsMarch 2, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    yes i would love to see a video! it looks great love those colors!

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  23. BetsyMarch 2, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    I've never made a gate fold card, but they do look easy! I'll have to give it a try!
    I'm anxious to try some new card folds. I just found a magazine at Walmart that has a bunch of differnet fold with directions in it. I haven't read it thoroughly yet, but I want to expand my horizons and try some new things!
    Thanks for the inspiration!
    I'm anxious for the Imagine giveaway, too!

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  24. SaraBugMarch 2, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    Nice card, Thanks for the info.

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  25. RoseMarch 2, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    YOUR GATEWAY CARD IS GORGEOUS LOVE THE ORIGAMI PAPER & THE RIBBON!YOU MAKE THINGS SO SIMPLE FROM THE INSTRUCTION TO THE EMBELLISHMENTS & TO YOUR TIPS!THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR CRAFT WITH US!THE COUNT DOWN IS ON GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!
    ROSEBUD222222222

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  26. Ruth GMarch 2, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    I love the Pagoda cartridge! Your kimono is really lovely, especially with the origami paper which is just perfect! TFS!

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  27. MizMaryAnnMarch 2, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Another Fun Fold Friday Bryan. Have a great trip, be safe.

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  28. NancyMarch 2, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    Great card!! I also love the fun fold Friday!!! Have a safe and fun trip! Gook luck on the giveaway everyone.

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  29. byAnnetteMarch 2, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Very Nice Card ~*
    I have that cartridge and embossing folder
    and will have to try it!

    Thanks

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  30. VickieMarch 2, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Thanks for the fun fold. I like the gate fold cards.

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  31. Rachel KMarch 2, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Love gate-fold cards! So much fun to make and simple. Perfect! :)

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  32. JoellaDMarch 2, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    Thanks for the gate fold- I forget to mix it up a little with my cards!

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  33. snowdraakMarch 2, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    Love the inside layers on this card!
    Fun fold Friday is a great way to learn new folds.
    Thanks for the great chance to win!
    Have a funtastic trip.

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  34. KateMarch 2, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    Ohhh, this is fabulous! I love the embossing you've done - and the layers inside are wonderful. I also love that you reminded me we've got a huge drawer of origami papers left from my daughter's origami stage years ago!! I can't believe I've never pulled them out for card making. Thank you!!

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  35. NanetteMarch 2, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Great directions! I think this might be a nice fold for a wedding invitation. TFS!

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  36. TinaMarch 2, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Great fold. Thanks for showing this. I was sure it would be more difficult than this but you made it look easier than I thought.

    Tina
    aurathentic@gmail.com

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  37. KelMarch 3, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    SOO totally great. I love this!!

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  38. lmkindell1March 3, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    I love your fun fold Fridays. Great job again.
    linda
    lmkindell1@verizon.net
    lindashappyplace.blogsopt.com

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  39. littlenMarch 3, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    very pretty card. tfs. have a great w/e.

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  40. melMarch 3, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    You made it look so easy! I love Fun Fold Fridays!!!

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  41. Barbara A.March 4, 2012 at 2:37 AM

    Thanks for the tip! Love the Fun Fold Fridays! Thank you for sharing with us all!

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  42. JenBenLolaMarch 4, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    Love the Fun Fold! :) I never think of doing cards like that. I always do the same old!! Thank you for the inspiration!! :) JenBrierley2 at gmail dot com

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  43. BethAnnMarch 4, 2012 at 7:51 AM

    Great idea, Bryan! I have Pagoda, and I love to find some new ways to use those interesting images. I will try a gate-fold, next! BethAnn M.

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  44. SHELLEEMarch 4, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Pagoda is such a fun cart, and perfect for this card! I use the gatefold cards frequently, as one simple change can totally alter the look of the finished product. Keep up the Fun Fold Fridays! Your tutorials are great and the videos will be the icing on the cake! Travel safely and enjoy your trip!
    Shellee

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  45. joniMarch 4, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Oh, Love the Gatefold cards!!! You do such amazing work...thanks so much for the tutorials and all your instructions...they're great! Thanks so much!
    hugs,
    joni

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  46. AnonymousMarch 5, 2012 at 12:39 AM

    I like fun fold Fridays. I like to learn the different ways to fold a card. Thanks for sharing.

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