How fun and uplifting is the new Fly a Kite collection?!? While browsing Pinterest recently, I found instructions to make an adorable kite-shaped card. I can't wait to share it with you!
![Kite-shaped card tutorial](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_6a-1024x1024.jpg)
To create the card base:
1. Trim card stock to 4 x 11".
2. Use a pencil to mark your card stock at the center (2") of both short sides.
3. Mark the both long sides at 3.75" from the top and bottom.
4. Using a craft knife and grid ruler, make a diagonal cut from the 3.75" mark to the 2" center mark to create a point.
![Kite-shaped card tutorial](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_1-917x1024.jpg)
5. Score diagonally from one side point to opposite side point with a grid ruler and bone folder.
6. Repeat for the opposite side. Score the card horizontally at 5.5". Fold along all of the score lines.
![Kite-shaped card tutorial](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_2-770x1024.jpg)
7. Use your fingers to fold the triangles inward toward the center, Closing the card creates points at the top, bottom and sides of the card, just like a kite!
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_3-1000x1024.jpg)
Outside Panels:
1. Trim card stock to 3.75 x 1.75" and 1.75 x 1.5".
2. Cut each diagonally from corner to corner.
3. Rotate the pieces as shown below.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_4-1024x933.jpg)
Outside Nesting Panels:
Cut one 3.5 x 1.5" and one 1.5 x 1.25". Trim as above.
NOTE: If using double-sided paper, like the Fly a Kite Bonus Duplex print, cut TWO each of the sizes above. Cut the each second rectangle from the opposite corner and down so they fit correctly. (Use leftovers to create a second card!)
Inside Panels:
For inside panels, cut card stock to 3.5 x 5". Create the kite shape by cutting diagonally from 1.75" at the top and bottom to 1.5" down from each side.
![](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_5-1007x1024.jpg)
Tape baker's twine (or string) inside the top flap. Hide the tape and string with the inside panel.
![Kite-shaped card tutorial](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_open-764x1024.jpg)
Assemble card and embellish as desired. Die cut nesting circles and stamp sentiment with Leaf Hybrid ink. Add mini bows to baker's twine for a finishing touch.
![Kite-shaped card tutorial](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0440/9602/8828/files/0520LisaD_KiteCard_6-940x1024.jpg)
Have fun playing with this fancy fold. I hope you enjoy making a few kite-shaped cards of your own!
Lisa