Homemade: Invitation cards for school enrolment

Instructions No. 3280

Instructions No. 3280

Difficulty: Beginner

Working time: 1 hour

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Starting school is an exciting event in the life of every child and their parents. It marks the beginning of a new stage in life full of discoveries and learning experiences. What better way to herald this special day than with creative invitation cards in the shape of school cones? These original cards will not only catch everyone's eye, but will also add a personal and creative touch to your invitation. In this step-by-step guide, I'll show you how to make impressive school cone invitation cards yourself in no time at all. Whether you make these cards on your own or together with your child - it will be an unforgettable experience!

Step 1: Design your school cone template and texts

Start by printing out the school cone template. Carefully cut out the template so that it serves as a stencil for the rest of the process.

You have various creative options to choose from for the invitation text:

You can use the template and insert your text using a graphics programme and then print it out.
For a handwritten version, use the triangles on the template to enter the text by hand.
Alternatively, write the text in a text programme, noting the shape of a triangle that tapers towards the bottom.

Step 2: Transfer the school cone shape and fold

Take the school cone template and transfer it to the craft cardboard sheet you have chosen. Carefully cut out the shape. Be careful and remove all visible pencil marks.

Use a ruler to carefully prepare the fold lines along the markings. The centre and the two outer fold lines must be folded in opposite directions so that the school gift bag can be shaped correctly.

Step 3: Decorate the invitation card

For the cover page, cut out triangles from the chequered cardboard. You can either do this using a template or you can mark the corresponding cut-outs directly on the card. Then stick the triangle onto the front. Fold the text triangles in half and then glue them into the school cone according to the fold.

Finally, fold the card together and tie it with a bow at the top. There is also the option of varying the card a little. Instead of 4 sides, you can also work with just three or you can work with two chequered triangles.