In honor of my Dad's 90th Birthday I recently made him a huge accordion card with 90 candles. These accordion style cards are fun to make and can be created in different sizes and shapes. I decided to try and use items that were currently in my art space since it is so hot here in Texas, and I was not looking to go out and shop when it is 105 degrees. The only thing I ended up buying were the pictures I had copied at Walgreens. So how did I make it? I started off with a bronze colored card stock that came in an assorted package from Michaels. It was just in my stash! I selected a sheet of 11 " x 8 1/2" card stock and cut it in half to 4 1/4" x 11" I scored and folded each piece in half. I used a decorative tape that was about 1 inch wide to join the pieces together. I also applied the tape so that it would show on the back only. This is where you have to decide how big your card or booklet will be. I ended up putting 9 candles on each pag...
As an elementary art teacher, I have all ways been very lucky to receive many small gifts from students. I am always challenged to get thank you notes passed out quickly. I always keep a collection printed that my students can also color. This year I made thank you bookmarks. You can easily copy or print on colored paper or white card stock. I included a second set that just say thanks for diversity. Check them out on my TPT page. Click HERE Enjoy the Season!