What is a 3D pop-up card?

The secret of a 3D pop-up card lies in a carefully engineered structure. Closed, the card is thin and easy to send in an envelope. When it is opened, the folds and cuts lift the paper structure into three dimensions automatically.

Every design is planned so that

• the card opens smoothly,
• the structure withstands use,
• the details show clearly, and
• the card closes back perfectly.

This is why every design takes considerably more work than an ordinary greeting card.

Paperitaika's cards combine two Japanese traditions of paper art.

Origami. In origami, paper is shaped by folding alone, with no cuts. The folds create the structure and the movement.

Kirigami. In kirigami, paper is both cut and folded. This makes it possible to build detailed buildings, forests, animals and landscapes.

When these two techniques are combined, striking 3D pop-up cards are born.

Every card goes through several stages.

1. The idea. It all starts with a sketch. Inspiration might come from Finnish nature, a landmark or a moment of celebration.
2. 3D design. The card's structure is modelled digitally. Every single fold has to work perfectly.
3. Cutting. The pieces are cut precisely from quality art paper.
4. Hand assembly. Each card is folded and assembled by hand. Even the smallest details are placed carefully.
5. Quality check. Before packing, every card is inspected one by one, so it opens and closes exactly as it should.

A good gift stays with you. A good card does the same. A 3D pop-up card is much more than a greeting — it is a small decorative piece, a keepsake and a memento of an important moment. Many of our customers tell us the card stays on display on a desk, a bookshelf or in the living room long after the celebration.

Paperitaika's cards are designed in Finland, with a Finnish heart. In the collection you'll find, among others:

• Helsinki Cathedral,
• Uspenski Cathedral,
• Finnish nature,
• seasonal landscapes,
• cabin (mökki) atmosphere, and
• pop-up cards tailored for businesses.

We want to combine Finnish design and traditional paper art in a way you won't find in ordinary greeting cards.

A 3D pop-up card suits almost every important moment in life:

• Birthday
• Wedding
• Graduation
• Christmas
• Valentine's Day
• Thank-you card
• Corporate gift
• Finnish souvenir

When you want to give something more meaningful than an ordinary card, a pop-up card makes an impression.