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Tutorial – Origami Shirts for Father’s Day

June 3, 2014 by Francine Clouden

Tutorial - origami shirt for Father's Day

Add a charming handmade touch to your Father’s Day celebrations with these adorable origami shirts from Pretty Nice! Inspired by the classic dollar bill origami shirt, these mini masterpieces are a fun and creative way to personalize your Father’s Day cards, gift tags, or even use them as part of your gift wrap.

The best part? You don’t need to fold real money! Just grab your favorite patterned paper—think plaids, pinstripes, or even quirky prints—and cut it down to the right size before folding. You’ll still get that crisp, shirt-like finish with a collar and sleeves, but with a colorful twist that matches your style.

These little shirts look fantastic tucked into the corner of a handmade card, layered over a gift tag, or even scattered across a party table as fun confetti-style decorations. You can make them extra special by adding tiny buttons, a drawn-on pocket, or even a mini necktie made from washi tape or ribbon.

Whether you’re crafting with kids or adding a crafty detail to your own Father’s Day gift, these origami shirts are a simple yet memorable way to show Dad you care. Head over to Pretty Nice for the full folding instructions and start making your own mini shirt collection!

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10 Modern Rainbow Scrapbook Layout Templates for Single Photos

There’s something wonderfully uplifting about rainbow-themed scrapbook pages — they add instant joy, a sense of hope, and that lovely feeling of “better days ahead.” But not everyone wants the classic curved rainbow we all grew up drawing in kindergarten. Modern scrapbookers are leaning into geometric rainbows, with clean arches, bold shapes, layered semi-circles, and minimalist lines. And honestly, they look stunning on a page.

This new set of 10 single-photo scrapbook layout sketches combines that modern rainbow aesthetic with simple, clean design ideas that are perfect for everyday memory-keeping. Whether you’re documenting a milestone, a quiet moment, a favourite snapshot, or even a healing chapter of your life, these layouts allow the rainbow to act as a symbolic backdrop without overwhelming the page.

Each layout includes space for one photo — because sometimes that ONE image tells the whole story.

Use these rainbow sketches for:
• kids’ artwork and school photos
• birthdays
• bright outdoor memories
• “first day / last day” pages
• mental health or personal growth journaling
• celebration of small wins
• Pride-themed layouts
• baby and toddler albums
• anything that feels colourful, hopeful, or meaningful

Here’s a look at what you’ll find in this modern geometric set:

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Layout 1 – Half-Rainbow Arch Behind a Central Photo
Simple, bold, and great for patterned paper lovers.

Layout 2 – Layered Semi-Circle Stack
A modern twist that looks incredible with textured cardstock or tone-on-tone colours.

Layout 3 – Offset Rainbow Bands + Journaling Strip
Asymmetrical but balanced — perfect for candid photos.

Layout 4 – Triple Geometric Arches in a Vertical Column
A clean, fresh layout with lots of white space.

Layout 5 – Bold Oversized Rainbow + Minimal Embellishment
Your photo becomes the centrepiece while the rainbow adds gentle framing.

Layout 6 – Rainbow Layer Cluster Behind a Tilted Photo
Adds instant movement and energy.

Layout 7 – Concentric Semi-Circle Trio + Title Banner
Very modern and perfect for scrapbooking boys, teens, and minimalist pages.

Layout 8 – Soft Arched Shapes + Bottom Journaling Panel
A gentle, calming design ideal for quiet or meaningful stories.

Layout 9 – Rainbow Block Background
A more graphic layout that uses straight-edged shapes inspired by rainbow palettes.

Layout 10 – Chunky Rainbow With Clean Title Placement
A bold design that’s perfect for showcasing a favourite photograph.

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How to Use These Modern Rainbow Sketches

  • Use tone-on-tone papers for a subtle, sophisticated look
    • Try patterned paper for rainbow bands — stripes, dots, grids, or watercolour prints
    • Keep embellishments minimal to let the geometric shapes shine
    • Add stitching (real or faux) along the arches for texture
    • Use cardstock scraps to create a rainbow without cutting into new sheets
    • Match your colours to the emotion of the photo — bright for happy moments, muted for reflective ones

What I love most about modern rainbow layouts is how versatile they are. These designs can feel playful, peaceful, bold, or soft depending on your colour choices. And because each sketch only uses one photo, you can easily create a whole rainbow-themed album without feeling creatively overwhelmed.

If you use these sketches, tag CraftGossip on Facebook or Instagram — I adore seeing how you all interpret these designs in your own style.

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