1. For the base and sides of the 3-D box, cut a piece of greeting card paper 8¼" x 5½".

2. Score and fold as illustrated in Figure 1. A tri-fold card may be used. Cut away 2 1/8" from each end to reach the desired 8 ¼" size. The inner valley fold will already be in place at each end. Note: Always fold away from the side from which you score. The actual design area should lie within an area 2¾" from each end, centered, so that the design will not be hidden behind the accordion folds.

3. Stamp and decorate the design as desired. All embellishments must be finished and dried before the frame front can be added.

4. Design the frame front on a standard size greeting card, stamping and decorating as desired. The front frame will be a double thickness for extra sturdiness.

5. Cut away the desired portions for viewing through. Cut through both panels of folded card.

6. Assemble the 3-D box.
   a. Using quick drying glue (dry-line recommended), glue close to the inside
       fold of the front frame card, and down the sides. Spread glue across bottom.
   b. Tuck in the edge of the box section up to the first valley fold. Add more glue to edge.
       Close down the front section card and glue in place.
   c. Last, glue or tape the top folded edge of the front section to the remaining
       edge of the accordion folded section. (Figure 2)

   
Outside of card shown on left, inside shown on right.
Click on card to see a larger version.
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