Get ready to go wonderfully mad for paper crafting! Today, we’re crafting alongside Graphic 45 Brand Ambassador Evanjelene as she guides us through an enchanting Pop-Up Tunnel Card using our whimsical Curiouser & Curiouser paper collection. This layered, interactive card opens to reveal a dimensional scene straight out of Wonderland. With a step-by-step video, clever folding techniques, and magical embellishments, you’ll be creating cards that dazzle and delight. Ready to make some paper magic? Let’s tumble down the creative rabbit hole together!

Pop-Up Tunnel Card with Graphic 45’s Curiouser and Curiouser

Tutorial by Evanjelene

“Hello crafty souls! I’m back with another magical make and this time it’s a pop-up tunnel card created using the magical Curiouser and Curiouser paper collection from Graphic45. As a lifelong fan of Alice and her wonderfully weird adventures, I couldn’t resist building a layered world of curiosity inside a card! This card is like falling down the rabbit hole, one magical layer at a time. Let me walk you through the easy-to-follow steps so you can make one too!

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✨POV: You just opened a handmade card and fell into Wonderland.🕳️💫 Follow along with Evanjelene and learn how to make this layered Pop-Up Tunnel Card using Graphic 45’s Curiouser & Curiouser collection. Don’t blink, this is papercraft sorcery 👀🎩 👉 Tag a crafty friend who’d love this 👉 Try it with ANY G45 collection! #G45Reel #Graphic45 #PopUpCard #CraftTok #HandmadeCard #WonderlandCraft #CardTutorial #CuriouserAndCuriouser #InteractiveCard #CapCut
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Supplies You’ll Need:

Kraft paper
Graphic 45 Curiouser and Curiouser paper collection
Ephemera & Chipboard elements from the collection
Graphic 45 Ornate Metal Keyhole
Large Tag, ATC Tag, and Flower Die-Set
Circle dies (various sizes)
Scoring board and bone folder
Paper trimmer
Magnets (for closure)
Adhesive

Let’s Make the Base:

Take a piece of Kraft paper measuring 9.5″ x 4″.
Score at 4″ and 5.5″. Fold it to create a spine for the pop-up feature.
Use your patterned papers:
Two pieces of 3.75″ x 3.75″ for the front and back panels.
One strip of 3.75″ x 1.25″ for the spine.
Add a 3.5″ x 3.5″ piece layered on the front panel to add depth and contrast.

For the Closure:

Kraft paper to 8″ x 2⅜”.
Use an ATC metal die on one side to make it decorative.
Score at 3″ and 4.5″.
Add matching patterned papers on the flap.
Glue the closure to the back of the card so it wraps around the front.
Add magnets under the paper layers so the closure clicks shut perfectly.

Tunnel Time! (The Fun Part)

Choose Patterned Papers for the tunnel layers
Page 1: 4.5″ x 4″ (0.5″ used for gluing to the front)
Page 2: 4″ x 4″
Page 3: 4″ x 4″
Page 4: 4.5″ x 4″ (0.5″ for the back edge attachment)
Use nested circle dies to cut progressively larger or smaller circles in the center of each page to create the tunnel effect.
Create the Tunnel Holder (Accordion Fold):
Kraft paper 4.5″ x 4″ – 2 pieces.
Score every 0.5″, accordion fold, and use these as side hinges.
Secure each of the tunnel pages one behind the other on the folds of the accordion sides.

Final Assembly & Decoration:

Adhere the assembled tunnel to the inside of the base card.
Use chipboard elements, fussy cut pieces, and ephemera from the Curiouser and Curiouser line.
Added the gorgeous antique brass Ornate Keyhole from Graphic 45 to the front as a nod to Wonderland’s many doors and mysteries.

A magical tunnel pop-up card full of stories and dimension, all housed in a neat little closure that opens up a world of imagination. Whether you’re a fan of Alice or just love a good pop-up surprise, this card is a wonderful way to bring a tale to life through paper. Thank you Graphic 45 for this enchanting paper collection and the metal embellishments that made this project feel so storybook-perfect. Until next time, keep crafting and stay curious because as Alice said, “I knew who I was this morning, but I’ve changed a few times since then.” With love & layers, Eva

Evanjelene – India

2024-2025 Graphic 45 Brand Ambassador

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Cardmaker Tips from Eva’s Craft Table:

Score precisely — for neat folds and a polished tunnel effect, sharp scoring lines are key.
Layer with intention — use contrasting patterns and solid cardstock to build visual depth.
Mind your magnets — place them under patterned paper for a seamless, hidden closure.
Circle dies are your best friend — mix sizes to create the perfect illusion of depth.
Embellish with storytelling in mind — use characters and icons from the collection to guide the viewer through your tunnel scene.
Accordion folds = structural magic — don’t rush this step; the accordion hinge brings the tunnel to life.

Looking for more Curiouser & Curiouser inspo? Check out the kits.

SHOP CURIOUSER & CURIOUSER

Feeling inspired? Don’t stop at just one! Try this pop-up tunnel card style with other Graphic 45 collections — imagine a floral tunnel with Flutter, or a festive journey with Warm Wishes. Be sure to share your makes with us by tagging @graphic45 on Instagram or Facebook. And for more tutorials, tips, and magic, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on YouTube! Now go forth, crafters — and as Alice might say, stay curiouser and curiouser. Happy Papercrafting!