What is March 8th?
March 8th is International Women’s Day, also known as the United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace. It was established by the United Nations in 1977 to commemorate the long struggle for feminism undertaken by millions of women around the world.
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The history of March 8th stems from the strong movement for the rights of American female workers. In 1908, 15,000 female workers marched in New York City demanding higher wages, reduced working hours, and the right to vote.
A year later, the Socialist Party of America designated February 28th as National Women’s Day. In 1910, at the International Women’s Congress in Copenhagen, Denmark, representatives from 17 countries agreed to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th each year.
This day of celebration was first observed in 1911 in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland.
2 3 ways to make simple handmade 3D cards for March 8
How to make a 3D rose card
Materials:
- White cardboard, A4 size
- Pink or red cardboard
- Dotted ribbon
- Glue, scissors
Instructions:
Step 1: Print the card template and the petal patterns on white paper, then cut the red cardstock according to the petal patterns.
Fold the petals as shown in the picture, shape the edges to resemble a flower, then glue the petals together on the card cover in ascending order of size.
Step 2: Cut additional leaves to decorate the flowers.
Watch a video tutorial on how to make a card here.
How to make a 3D heart-shaped card
Materials:
- Paper cutter, scissors, and ruler
- A cutting table or multiple layers of cardboard
- Milk glue, double-sided tape, or regular glue
- Colored paperboard
Instructions:
Step 1: Print the heart template on cardstock. Choose your preferred color.
Step 2: Use a paper cutter to cut along the designated lines.
Step 3: Use a ballpoint pen or a knife to create pre-creases along the uncut lines.
Step 4: Fold the card and smooth out the folds to create a 3D effect.
Step 5: Glue the back of the heart and attach it to the card cover. Decorate as desired.
Watch a video tutorial on how to make a card here.
How to make an “I love you” card
Instructions:
Step 1: Print the provided template on paper. Choose a preferred color for the paper.
Step 2: Use a paper cutter to cut along the designated lines.
Step 3: Use a ballpoint pen or a knife to create pre-creases along the uncut lines.
Step 4: Fold the card, then glue the interior with the braille words to the outer cover. Decorate as desired.
Watch a video tutorial on how to make a card here.
These are three simple ways to create handmade 3D cards for March 8th. We hope these instructions will help you succeed in making beautiful card designs to convey your love and wishes to the special women in your life!
