Valentine's Day Pop-up Card Tutorial: Craft a Glittery Handmade Gift
Create a stunning Valentine's Day pop-up card with this easy-to-follow tutorial from World of Craft. Perfect for crafters of all skill levels, this DIY project is a heartfelt way to express your love.
Materials You'll Need
- Cardstock (red, white, and pink)
- Red glitter glue
- PVA glue
- Scissors or craft knife
- Ruler
- Pencil
- Optional: Stamps, ink pad, rhinestones, Valentine's stickers, heart stencil
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Create the Base Card
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Fold a sheet of cardstock in half
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Fold a sheet of cardstock in half
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Prepare the Pop-up Mechanism
- Fold a different coloured cardstock for the inner layer
- Mark the centre and cut parallel lines for the pop-up step
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Create and Attach the Pop-up Heart
- Cut out a heart shape and glue it to the pop-up step
- Cut out a heart shape and glue it to the pop-up step
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Assemble the Card
- Glue the inner layer to the base card
- Glue the inner layer to the base card
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Design the Front
- Use glitter glue for sparkly patterns
- Add stamps and embellishments
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Add a Personal Message
- Write a heartfelt note inside
Tips for Personalisation
- Mix and match colours for unique designs
- Experiment with different pop-up shapes
- Add extra embellishments like lace or ribbon
Get creative and make your Valentine's Day extra special with this handmade card. Shop our range of card-making supplies to bring your vision to life.