Looking for an easy handmade card that makes a big impression? This colorful DIY easel card tutorial by Graphic 45 Grand Brand Ambassador Tanya Scrap is the perfect project for card makers of every skill level. Using the vibrant Graphic 45 Slice of Life paper collection, you’ll learn how to create a dimensional stand-up greeting card that folds flat for mailing and displays beautifully on a desk or mantel. Best of all, this versatile easel card design can be recreated with any Graphic 45 paper collection, making it perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, thank you cards, friendship cards, holidays, and every celebration in between.

Slice of Life – Easel Card

By Tanya Scrap

“Hello dear G45ers!

I am happy to share my Easel Card featuring the STUNNING Graphic 45 Slice of Life collection.

Herewith the supplies and instructions you may use to recreate such a project:

G45 Supplies used:

Slice of Life Collection

Other supplies used:

White Cardstock

Kraft Cardstock

Flat Back Pearls

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Step-By-Step Instructions

I used kraft cardstock as the base for my card. Measurements for the card are: 15 cm x 12 cm.

Score the card in half and then score the front cover at 6 cm from the half mark to create the fold for it to stand up.

I cut some pieces from white cardstock and pattern paper to fit the card and layered them onto the cover and the inside of the card.

I applied one of the berries from the rub on transfer onto a piece of white cardstock and then glued one of the chipboard frames onto it.

I decorated both the front and the inside of the card with the chipboard, ephemera pieces and stickers. I used a piece of chipboard element on the inside for the cover of the card to rest against when opened up.

I then finished the card off by adding some flatback pearls.

Thanks for stopping by!”

Happy Papercrafting!

Tanya

G45 Tip: Build Once, Create Forever

One of the best things about an easel card is that once you learn the fold, you can use it again and again. Keep a simple template in your craft room, then customize each card with different Graphic 45 collections, sentiments, embellishments, and colors. Whether you’re creating a cheerful birthday card, an elegant wedding card, a festive holiday greeting, or a heartfelt thank you, this timeless design always delivers beautiful dimension and a memorable presentation.

Tanya Scrap

2025-2026 Graphic 45 Brand Ambassador

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We hope Tanya’s colorful easel card inspires you to try this fun and interactive card fold. With just a few simple scores, layered papers, and your favorite Graphic 45 embellishments, you’ll have a handmade card that’s as beautiful on display as it is meaningful to give.

If you create your own version, we’d love to see it! Share your project with the Graphic 45 community and let us know which paper collection you chose. For more card making tutorials, paper crafting ideas, scrapbook inspiration, and step-by-step DIY projects, be sure to subscribe to the Graphic 45 blog and visit often for fresh inspiration.

Happy Papercrafting!