Iris folding is the layering of folded strips of colored or patterned paper within an aperture in a spiral pattern that resembles the iris of a camera. Iris folding is one of the first card making techniques I learned and I have made several of my own patterns. I usually use giftwrap for iris folding because it is so thin, but you can use scrapbook paper or wide ribbon as well.

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It Gets Better

Blue Jay In the Snow - Reverse Iris Fold

Pineapple Blossom Quilt Block Birthday Card

Cedars of Lebanon Quilt Block Card

Iris Fold Sunflower

Day and Night

Birthday Fan

Iris Fold Stained Glass Window Wedding Card

Iris Fold Shamrock

Birthday Heart

LOVE Iris Fold Card

Lady With a Hat