The massive challenge has begun! To mark Pokémon’s upcoming 30th anniversary, I have started my mission to book fold all original 151 Generation 1 Pokémon. We begin at the very beginning with #001: Bulbasaur. Read on to see how I used a cut-and-fold technique, black cardstock outlines, and vibrant Promarker colouring to create this first entry in the series. One down, 150 to go!
2026 is the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, and to celebrate, I’m taking on two massive, long-term challenges! One involves my trusty book folding skills and the original 151 Pokémon, while the second pushes me way out of my comfort zone into the world of video to document a huge card collecting goal. Read on to find out my plans!
When Marc asked for a handmade Secret Santa gift for a fellow Pokémon Professor with an “Eeveelutions” theme, I knew I had a challenge on my hands! I decided to turn a detailed image into an intricate book fold. It required weeks of patient folding and a lot of careful colouring to finally bring all those different characters to life, but I am so happy with how this colourful project turned out.
This festive Santa Cut and Fold Book was a joy to create — a cheerful Christmas design that folds beautifully into the pages of a pre-loved book. Perfect for adding a touch of handmade magic to the holiday season.
A handmade Pokémon wedding gift that’s truly one of a kind! 💍
This custom folded book features Shinx and Bulbasaur, chosen especially for the bride and groom. With a clean, simple design and heartfelt details, it’s a beautiful way to say “I choose you!” — and a perfect example of how love (and creativity) always finds a way to evolve.
A sweet and serene little project that stole my heart — this Floral Fox design was simple to make but turned out beautifully. The fine floral detailing and soft expression of the fox make this one of my favourite cut and fold books yet.
A beautifully detailed owl design brought to life with the cut and fold technique. Learn how I made it, what challenges I faced, and where you can get the pattern to make your own.
Inspired by the beauty of autumn, this cut and fold design captures the charm of the season in book art form. Simple yet detailed, it was such a joy to make — a lovely reminder of crisp leaves, cosy evenings, and the creative warmth that autumn brings.
This elegant Happy Birthday Wreath design combines precision folding with added cardstock to bring out every detail. A wonderful handmade piece that makes a perfect birthday gift!
The 180 fold is one of those book folding techniques that sparks plenty of debate — but what does it actually do, and when should you use it? In this post, I share my favourite way to create the perfect 180 fold, along with tips, tools, and examples to help you decide whether it’s right for your next project.
