Make a Vintage Folio from Scratch | Full Tutorial with Measurements, Crafting Sounds & Soft Piano

In this video, I’ll guide you step by step through creating a charming vintage folio, perfect for junk journaling, memory keeping, or scrapbooking. This beginner friendly project includes interactive elements like pockets and waterfall cards, all using basic scrapbooking materials and tools. 🔧 Materials & Crafting Tools: • Heavyweight Cardstock (300 gsm recommended) • Liquid Glue • Scoring Tool or Scoring Board • Ruler & Scissors • Paper Punches (Corner Chomper) • String or Twine • Decorative Papers & Stickers • Die Cutting Machine • Ink & Blending Tool • Metal Brads 📐 Base & Core Structure Folio Base: • 28 cm x 14 cm (scored in the middle) Side Flap (Right): • 8.5 cm x 20 cm (scored at 1.5 cm) Top & Bottom Flaps: • 9.5 cm x 13 cm (scored at 1.5 cm) • 8.5 cm x 13 cm (scored at 1.5 cm) Pages: • 2 pages – 13 cm x 19 cm (Left Side) • 1 page – 12 cm x 19 cm (Right Side) 🔗 Hinges Hinges (x4): • 3 cm x 19 cm (scored in the middle at 1.5 cm) 📂 Pockets & Cards Vertical Pocket (Middle section): • 23.5 cm x 5 cm (scored 1.5 cm on both ends) Two Side-Opening Cards (Left Side): • 20 cm x 8 cm (score in the middle) • 17 cm x 8 cm (score at 10 cm) Double Pocket (Left Side): • 12 cm x 14 cm (scored in the middle at 6 cm) Folio Closure Circles (Left Side): • 4 circles (3 cm diameter) Vertical Pocket (Right Side): • 6 cm x 15 cm Oval Card (Right Side): • 7 cm x 11 cm (2 pieces) Waterfall Card Base: • 30 cm x 10 cm (scored at 10 cm, 11 cm, 12 cm and 13 cm) Waterfall Squares: • 4 squares – 10 cm x 10 cm Attachment Strip for Waterfall: • 23 cm x 2 cm (glued between the 4th square and the base) 🕰️ Chapters & Timestamps: This video is divided into multiple chapters. Find full timestamps in the comments to jump directly to any section! 🛒 Discount Code: Use code NJ15 at checkout on Grabie.com for 15% off your next order! 📌 Don’t forget: If you enjoyed this tutorial, please like the video and subscribe to my channel—it helps me keep creating more inspiring DIY content for you. ✨ Unlock exclusive perks! Become a member for early access to unreleased videos and be the first to see my latest content! ✨ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaLoqGsTRBaSHJbdWq16_qA/join Find me here: 💌 INSTAGRAM • https://www.instagram.com/njpapercrafts 💌 FACEBOOK • https://www.facebook.com/NjPaperCrafts/ 💌 PINTEREST • https://www.pinterest.com/NJpapercrafts/ 💌 TWITTER • https://twitter.com/njpapercrafts 💌 TIKTOK • https://www.tiktok.com/@njpapercrafts #scrapbooking #papercrafts Timestamps: 0:00 Finished Folio Presentation 1:43 Folio Base 8:06 Handmade Recycled Papers 8:20 Making Middle Pocket For The Folio 11:36 Double Cards 12:49 Decorating Outer Covers 14:35 Door Pocket 17:01 Waterfall Card 23:37 Two Side Pockets 28:37 Double Circle Closure 30:40 Decorating Right Side Of The Folio 31:40 Small Card With Oval Opening 33:57 Adding More Decorative Elements 38:18 Decorating Front Cover