Yep here I go again. Searching Pinterest for different fun folds. Originally I was going to go back and make a few more of the Mini Miura cards that I had made in the past since I really liked that fold. (You can check those out . ) But then I came across this one that Sam did in 2019 called the Tricorn card. It is similar to the Miura card but definitely unique. This card can be made to stand multiple ways. That's a plus for me since I love switching things up but sometimes like doing so just a wee bit. This card does just that.
My first attempt had a few issues. Not with the measurements or ease of putting it together. That was such a breeze. Sams directions were perfect. The problems were with my choice of card stock and papers. First of all I used 110lb card for the base which is usually my go to for a base fancy fold but this one has the center glued together shut and "Oh My" that is one thick center. Best to use a light weight card 80lb would be great but to be honest I believe 65lb would hold up fine after layers were added. Next I had also used G45 as my DSP on top of 80lb gold card layer. So do you get where I'm coming from? All those heavy weight papers and card stocks made the card a bit weighty (hmmm...that must be a word lol). I had also found that the G45 I used, though I loved the pattern, was not ideal for the sentiment when layered on gold and then put on top of the same G45 paper. All in all not my favorite card combo but I do love the Vertical standing of this card.
I picked up a great packet of paper the other day at a LSS from 49 & Market that will make such great guy cards. That is one thing that seems so hard to make. Not all guys have hobby's where you can use those theme papers from craft stores and you can only make so many sport type cards. Finding papers and embellishments that are masculine to use on a fancy fold or fun fold card is always a challenge for me. I'm hoping the papers I chose last week work out for me. Stay tune I just might post another one of these Tricorn cards. Oh and incase you're wondering why they are called Tricorn....well Sam say's it's because her dad said it reminded him of the tricorn hats the Military wore way back when.
So many people have asked in PM's for instructions. I can give you paper sizes needed but you really need to watch Sams video on how to make your markings for the folds and securing the base. I would have to make way too many pics since I don't do videos. Plus she should get credit for the card.
6x8 card stock for the base
(2) 1 .75" x 5.5" cardstock for first layer
(2) 1.5" x 4.7/8" DSP for top layer
if you want all small triangles covered you will also need (2) 1.75" x 1.75" squares cut diagonally in half and (2) 1.5" x 1.5" squares cut diagonally in half.
You can check out Sam's directions HERE
Til next time.