The directions for the Tardis card aren't awesome if you are a card crafter. There are some much easier ways to do the things she outlines in these directions. You can do it her way and things will work, but if you have some experience, you may wish to use, say, a paper cutter and square punches.
I'm not going to lie to you, the map fold--the interior--was difficult and frustrating. I have no ability to rotate shapes in my head, so I called in the dude, but he fared no better at following those instructions. If you're an old hand at origami, you should be okay. Otherwise try to find a video. (We couldn't.) But it is imperative to make the fold--it has to be bigger on the inside.
I finally just sort of did my best, and as it turns out, that was good enough!
Happy birthday, Alan.
Another great card Nikki.
ReplyDeleteLinda
Oh I love Doctor Who!!!! I'm a HUGE fan! I'd make this for myself....but all those folds ....I've never been good at following directions :D
ReplyDeleteI think the card is very attractive. But I admit I am intimidated by the intricate folding inside. It reminds me of those paper "fortune tellers" that, as schoolchildren, we baby boomers manipulated with thumb and forefinger. Never did get the knack of making or manipulating those darn things.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! The interior sounds too intricate for me. But the tardis is perfect for Dr. Who fans!
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome!
ReplyDeleteOn your post from March 9 you thank those that post. I don't comment but really should because I can certainly understand that having the feedback keeps you going. I know I'm not alone - there are probably many other silent readers out there.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy your blog. I read every word you write and love your wit and sarcasm. Plus I learn things along the way.
I may be silent but I'm here just about every day. Is that what others mean by lurking?
Please don't stop. And, for my part, I'll try to post more.
Thanks!
Nina
Love your month of March posts!
ReplyDeleteLove the card.
ReplyDeleteStarting with a square piece of paper would make folding this a whole lot easier.
Oh dear, why do I feel challenged to master the map fold now?
ReplyDeleteMy brother's Birthday is in May. I might feel driven to make this for him!!