Step-by-step

Step 1
Cut the coloured card to the required size. To create the dark red card shown, fold into a zigzag shape. Personalise your cards with edding calligraphy gloss paint markers in silver and gold.

Step 2
To achieve a stunning visual effect, write over the gold and silver with the black edding gloss paint marker. Finally, punch holes in the cards at the top and finish them with a gift ribbon.
Products and materials
Other materials
- Coloured paper in various colours
- Gift ribbon
- Light carbon paper
- Hole punch
Additional images

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