Double Dutch Fold

by Patty Bombyk

Create a unique card fold with a few score lines.

Supplies

  • One 4 3/16" x 9" piece of cardstock for card base
  • One 2" x 8 1/2" piece of cardstock for dutch fold bottom
  • One 4" x 3 1/4" piece of cardstock or patterned paper for your layer
  • Scoring Tool
  • Adhesive
  • One large image or die cut of choice
  • Stamps of choice

Step-by-Step

  1. Step 1

    Score the 4 3/16" x 9" piece of cardstock at 5 1/2. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Score the 2" x 8 1/2" piece of cardstock at 2 1/8" and at 6 3/8", like a gate fold card.

  3. Step 3

    Fold the outer panels of your 2" x 8 1/2" piece of cardstock in and decorate as desired. Adhere the center panel at the bottom of the back of the 4 3/16" x 9" piece of cardstock piece.

  4. At this point it should have double folds along the left and right side and at the top.

  5. Step 4

    The bottom of the top fold should line up with the double doors at approximately 3 1/2" from the top.

  6. Step 5

    Decorate the card as desired.

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Double Dutch Fold. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

Questions and Comments

We'd love to get your feedback or questions. Leave your comment below.

Hi Nancy,
In response to your statement, I too have people that display the cards they receive from me. Knowing that, I made an adjustment to my card. I placed it on a 4.25 x 5.5 fold card. I made 2 sympathy cards and was able to fill every space with scriptures and prayers. I realize that is a lot to do, but it will allow the card to stand on its own for display.
Don't know if that helps, but that is what I did.
Wishing you a healthy and creative New Year.
Brenda  |  Mon Jan 2, 2012 at 7:46 AM
Thanks Paty I had a blast with your tutorial!!!!!!

Have a great day

Mary
MARIA DEL ROCIO DE CEBALLOS OLMEDO  |  Mon Jan 2, 2012 at 9:16 AM
I LOVE THE IDEA... DEFINATELY GOING TO TRY THIS CARD!! THANKS FOR SHARING.
SHANNON  |  Tue Jan 3, 2012 at 5:44 PM
I made a pair of these cards & they're just too, too cute! I'm wondering how to keep the card closed... thinking about adding a belly band. Does anyone have suggestions?
BellbrookMama  |  Fri Jan 6, 2012 at 6:14 AM
Nancy,

Yes, you can open the barn door pieces on the bottom a bit and your card will stand.

BellbrookMama, If you layer your main image over the barn door pieces, it should keep it closed.
Beate  |  Fri Jan 6, 2012 at 7:07 AM
hi im doing the double dutch fold for my school project and i needed to kno how much would it b to purchase all of thje items for this project.
vtibbs  |  Wed Jan 11, 2012 at 10:29 AM
A beautiful but simple card. Great tutorial.
Thank you.
Carole McAllister  |  Tue Jan 17, 2012 at 5:18 PM
Great card I made one but I am having trouble to keep the little flaps closed must be doing something wrong
will look again at your video cheers thanks Lee
Lee  |  Tue Jan 17, 2012 at 11:27 PM
Hi,
Thank you for this idea! I made a card for my mother. I'll try to post it later.

Thanks again!!
Evette  |  Sat Feb 11, 2012 at 11:43 AM
awesome card fold , one question tho , we dont have the 3/16 on my score thingy can ya help me out with that ? is that 1/4 ?
brif  |  Wed May 23, 2012 at 4:12 AM

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