Here is the video from Show and Tell with Tracey were I made the two fun fold cards:
The Dutch Door fold card is what I was aiming for.
Here is how the base is made. Start with a piece of cardstock that is 8" x 7 1/8" and score first then cut out the side pieces (I used these to make some of the layers).
The bulk of the time on this card is cutting layers.
flap layers coloured cardstock 3 3/4" x 2 1/8"
white cardstock 3 5/8" x 2"
door layers coloured cardstock 1 3/4" x 2 1/8"
need 2 of each white cardstock 1 5/8" x 2"
front decor * coloured cardstock 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" (this is the hat)
white cardstock 2 3/4" x 2 3/4"
inside layers coloured cardstock 3 3/4" x 4 1/2"
white cardstock 3 5/8" x 4 3/8"
*For the grad card, I left off the front most layer - this could be stamped, DSP, embossed, die cuts, sentiments .... I just didn't need it as I wanted a mortarboard, at a jaunty angle.
I have chosen to do my cards in the colours of the 2 local high schools (Go Oilers Go !) but this card looks great with DSP and a rooster - and thanks to Dawn Griffith for the measurements.
I started looking for a Gate Fold card - that's what I thought the above card was called - it's not . Along the way I found this little charmer by the Stamping Bunny:
Start with a piece of cardstock that is 8 1/2" x 3 7/8" and on the 8 1/2" side score in 2 1/8" in from each edge. Cut a piece for the inside that is 4" x 3 5/8" - but don't adhere it yet!
The "gown pieces are a 3"x3" square of white cut in half diagonally (save the other half for a different card) and then cut that piece in half from the point to the center of the long side. I used 2 pieces of navy (or whatever school colours) that are 1/4" x 3 1/2" for the stripes - just adhere them with the pieces hanging over the edge and trim at the angle along the card side. 
And for a bonus, a couple extra projects that are pretty self explanatory:
Once the front of the card is done, you can attach the hat. You will need a piece about 1 1/2" x 3" that is scored in half on the long side. This gets mounted at the top center of the card - before you add the white layer. Make sure you keep the fold just above the edge of the card so the front pieces still close. "Test before gluing" is always a good idea. And now you can put in the white inside piece.
Close the "gates" and line up the hat to cover the gown pieces - bottom of hat should just cover the stripes. I reccommend using a strong adhesive to adhere the hat to the flap. If you put the hat higher up, it won't fit in a standard envelope. Also, if you are going to attach a tassel with string, do that first so you tuck the ends in between the hat and attaching piece for a cleaner look.
Gift card holders and treat boxes. I seem to make a version out of them for just about every occasion. Never know when you want to give someone a little somethin' to make their day.
On that note, I must also apologize. I used three stamp sets to make these projects - two of them are retired. But they are so perfect for the occasion that I just can't part with them. The "A Grand Kid" is still current and full of awesome sentiments so you can always get that one.
What crafting are you getting up to? Or are you enjoying your own graduation ceremonies? If you are - congratulations! Huge achievement and one you should be proud of.
Have a great weekend everyone!
T
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