Christmas Tree Pop up Card

We love pop up cards and this Christmas tree pop up card does just that.

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What I love most about this card is that you can make it super easy for younger kids – just use one “layer” for the tree, or make it more complicated for older kids and adults by making your tree multi-layered as each layer is harder to fold and requires more fine motor skills.

No matter how many layers you use, this tree will still look super cute. You can just use paper, or you can decorate it and add glitter or gems to make it look more festive.

You don’t need to have this card either as it looks so pretty when “unfolded” it would be a great project for the classroom.

Are you ready to make your own Christmas tree pop up card?

Let’s start crafting.

How to make a Christmas tree pop up card

What you need:

card base
green paper
brown paper
yellow paper
drag
glue
something to follow around to form a circle

Watch Video Tutorial

Or follow the step by step instructions

You can buy or make your own card base from cardstock.

Draw circles on green paper.

For younger children, you may only need one larger circle, while older children may need more.

Cut circles out of paper.

Fold the circles in half.

Cut them in half.

Now have to fold again.

Fold the two halves of the circle (cone-like shape) in half.

Fold it in half again.

And again. Crease each fold, we want them to be as sharp as possible.

Open up. Now comes the “tricky” part. Especially when you have smaller circles.

Open the semicircle, looking at the fold in the middle. Make a mountain fold.

With the middle fold being the mountain fold, fold all the folds to the right and left in a “zigzag” pattern – mountain fold, valley fold, mountain fold, valley.

Cut a small brown rectangle and glue it to the cardboard, in the middle of the fold, to make the trunk.

Taking the folded half circle, apply glue to the back of the final folds on both sides (remember the middle fold should be a mountain fold, facing up).

Glue the card to form an A shape – the middle fold should line up with the fold on the card.

If you make multiple circles of different sizes, glue them in the same way, overlapping them slightly until you reach the desired height of the tree.

Cut a star out of yellow paper and glue it to the top of the tree.

And that’s it, you’ve created a beautiful Christmas tree pop up card.

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Matthew Oldham

Name: Matthew Oldham Title: Author and Professional Illustrator Biography: Matthew Oldham is an accomplished author and illustrator, renowned for his engaging educational books published with Usborne. With a background in English literature, he has a flair for making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Before his writing career, he worked with the BBC, where he produced comedic radio programs. His transition into illustration allowed him to combine his love for storytelling with his artistic talents. Skills and Interests: Matthew’s illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colors and intricate details, bringing life to the subjects he writes about. He is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring the outdoors, often drawing inspiration from nature for his artwork. On quieter days, he can be found lounging with a good book or sketching new ideas for his next project. Contributions: Matthew’s books cover a wide range of topics, from history and science to the wonders of the Earth. His illustrations not only complement his writing but also stand alone as works of art, exhibited in galleries and used in educational materials worldwide. His dedication to both writing and illustrating has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature and art education.