Make a Simple Pop Up Card

It's always lovely receive a real card in the post. Too many people just send an e-mail or text but it doesn't take long to make that extra little effort. A bought card is great but you can make it more special by creating one yourself.



Pop up cards are lots of fun especially for children. I made this really simple one with my toddler. I'm hoping we will actually get to send it as he's having lots of fun closing and then opening it while shouting 'POP UP'.

Time: from a few minutes to longer depending on how creative you want to get.

Materials
Card
Black marker
Crayon, paint or other ways to decorate
Scissors
Glue or double sided sticky tape

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This card was made for my son's auntie who had just moved house. You could get even more creative, especially with older children and use tissue paper, feathers and glitter to make some great decorations. It's not just for children and grown ups are allowed to have fun too.

These cards really can be as simple or as complicated as you like but whatever your design, I'm sure they'll bring a smile the face of anyone who receives them. It's so much better than getting only bills and junk mail delivered by your postman.

Why not give it a go and upload some photos or ideas of your creations in the comments box.

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#kids
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#card_making

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