Basic Tutorial on Three-dimensional Cards [1] Frame Structure

Basic Tutorial on Three-dimensional Cards [1] Frame Structure

Frame construction, also called parallel folding. This is the most basic technique in the production of three-dimensional cards. Although it is very simple to operate, it is extremely versatile. Adding this element to a card with a beautiful picture will add a strong three-dimensional feel to the card. This mechanical structure can easily increase the viewing quality of three-dimensional cards.

Today’s tutorial: Symmetrically cut out frame construction

First fold the paper you prepared in half. Generally, in order to try or practice making, it is more appropriate for you to use A4 size paper. On the outside of the folded paper, draw one or more rectangles of any size. Of course, this rectangle is drawn on the edge with the fold. Three such rectangles are drawn in this tutorial.

Next, start to vertically trim the sides of the rectangle. The lines that need to be trimmed are shown in the illustration. Never cut off the upper dotted line. After the cutting is completed, you will have a movable rectangle.

Fold the movable rectangle upward along the dotted line, and then restore it. Then process the remaining two rectangles in the same way. Then open the card and poke the cut rectangles from the back to the front of the card with your hands, and you will see the pattern as shown in the picture.

Side view

Then you can paste the image on top or in front of the rectangular frame that has been created. Before attaching anything to the rectangular frame, make sure that the image size does not exceed the edges of the card when you close it.

When you do it yourself, you don't have to stick to a single form. You can add rectangular frames of any shape and size at any location. The three-dimensional card effect is also very good when opened from the side.

Now lets look at some more classic examples.