Iris Folding is a very simple craft. If you can fold a piece of paper in half, you can do Iris Folding. To me, it is like Origami for Dummies. The technique can be used in cardmaking, scrapbooking, or just to frame.
Here's What You'll Need
- Cardstock
- Papers in varying colors (tissue paper, origami paper, wrapping paper, mulberry paper, or other lightweight papers)
- Scissors (sharp) or craft knife
- Tape or Adhesive
- Removable Tape (I like Scotch double sided removable tape)
- Cutting mat
Check out some Iris Folding Sites
For Patterns, Inspiration, Supplies, Etc.
- Iris Folding @ Circle of Crafters
- This was the biggest help when I first started folding. Wonderful pictures, detailed instructions, and great free patterns. Sign up for the monthly free pattern. A discussion board also.
- Creative Paper Crafts
- I like this site because it shows two scrapbook page layouts that use iris folding as embellishments. Plus, you can see a great step-by-step tutorial of how to do the craft.
Books on Iris Folding
I haven't actually tried any of these yet, but they are all on my Amazon wish list.
460 Iris Folded Cards to Make: The Complete Iris Folding Compendium
Amazon Price: $17.13 (as of 12/11/2009) 
Iris Folding Papers (The Crafter's Paper Library)
Amazon Price: $9.56 (as of 12/11/2009)
The Simplicity of Iris Folding
Amazon Price: $25.20 (as of 12/11/2009)
Some more Iris Fold designs I've done
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by modelstitcher
A mom that loves crafts! I cross stitch, knit, scrapbook, and now I do Iris Folding.
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