Throw Some Shapes
One of the things I like about making my own cards is that they can be different shapes from the standard square or rectangular shop cards. I used to make my fancy card bases by folding the card in half and partial die-cutting, leaving the top or side edge overhanging the fold. The only problem with this is if the die is shaped on all 4 sides, the folded side is plain. By making card bases using this method, the shape remains intact and you can use any size or shape die to create your own custom cards. This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase via the links, at no additional cost to you. Thank you :-) For each card base, I cut 2 of the shape. On one, which would become the back, I scored a line approximately ½” from the top edge. Glue was then applied to the small section above the fold and the front piece adhered onto this section. For some shapes that are curved or pointed at the bottom, I trim off a small piece off the ba