Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cut a piece of cardstock to your desired card size (e.g., 8.5" x 5.5" when folded).
2. Fold the cardstock in half to create the card base.
3. On a separate piece of colored paper, draw and cut out a soccer player silhouette.
4. Cut a strip of cardstock (about 1" wide and 4" long) to create a pop-up mechanism.
5. Fold the strip in half to create a 'V' shape. This will be the base for the soccer player.
6. Glue one end of the 'V' strip to the inside bottom of the card, about 1 inch from the fold, ensuring it can pivot.
7. Attach the soccer player cut-out to the top of the other end of the 'V' strip.
8. Decorate the card's exterior and interior with soccer-themed embellishments and messages.
9. Allow glue to dry completely before closing the card.
10. Test the mechanism by opening and closing the card to ensure the player pops up correctly.