Magic Folding Photo Cube Tutorial by Chica And Jo

[@mmdr25]

Thank u for possibly the most well thought out, clearly articulated and straightforward demo on KZbin. Your calm voice and clear instruction made this project that can quickly become a cluster a fun methodical process. Kudos to you! I’m going to look at more of your videos just because of how impressed I am by your clarity. 😊

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so very much for those kind words! We strive for exactly that sort of impact, and are pleased that we achieved it for you with this project. Thank you for views!

[@anitaimm6237]

Best instructions I’ve seen for the craft. I’ve watched many!

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you! We strive to provide complete instructions that are easy to follow, so your comments mean the world to us ;)

[@tclark2727]

This is a great tutorial. You are an awesome teacher!

[@chicaandjo]

Aww, thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the project.

[@debschter3488]

I love the sheets with numbers on it!! thanx!

[@chicaandjo]

You're welcome, hope it helps keep things straight!

[@AiryAsh]

That. Was. EPIC! ❤

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so much!

[@anthrodocz]

Last year I was putting together a gallery exhibit reflecting my several-year exploration of people/history/place of Ireland, and one part of my display turned out to be a set of these cubes inspired by this video! In my reading I kept running across references (in Irish literature, commentary, and history) to "Ireland of the Mind" (and variations of this idea). My installation was called "Ireland: It's not what you think it is; it's all that you think it is," and I tried to pull together things/ images/ stories in a kind of 3D gallery-collage relating to Ireland. The set of blocks I made in this spirit, and I titled them "Ireland of the Mind-blocks".... I also created a small stand in which to put them and to highlight them. Thanks you for the inspiration and the instructions!!

[@chicaandjo]

That's such a lovely story. Thank you for sharing! We're glad we were able to help inspire you for something in your exhibit :)

[@Dpriebe]

I made this for my mom last Christmas using even your sheets you have for sale on Amazon. This video tutorial was by far the best one I found and she loves the photo cube. Thank you for a great video and I will say your double sided tape works amazingly for these.

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so much! It's so lovely that you made it for your mom. And we agree -- the tape is so sticky and durable that it holds up for ages!

[@teacherchil]

Thank you so very much! Thanks to your video, I have JUST been able to reassamble the Van Gogh photo cube a friend of mine brought me from Amsterdam a long time ago. I kept the separate cubes for years until I remembered I would probably find someone teaching how to make one! For the moment I only put the cubes back together back into their magic photocubiness. I believe I will use my wn photos this time. And...your video per se is a class in clear instructions.

[@chicaandjo]

So glad we could help!

[@8433alice]

Awesome instructions. Thanks very much!

[@chicaandjo]

You're very welcome!

[@anniebeasley7799]

This tutorial is the best by far I’m ordering all the material as soon as today, Thank you for so much info

[@chicaandjo]

Annie, thank you so much! We hope you enjoy this project.

[@jennifertomblin6070]

Thank you so much! This is the best tutorial of this photo block I have seen!!! 😁 seriously appreciated! Your amazing explanations are perfect! I never comment on KZbin, but this was so thoughtful and helpful! Thank you again!

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so much! We're thrilled you enjoyed this project and our instructions.

[@teacherchil]

yes, I was able to put mine back together WHILE watching the video.

[@EastmanAngles]

This is the Best video on this I have Ever seen , you rock , can’t wait to try this , ordering your double sided sticker paper today

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so much for the kind words! If you share your creation online, be sure to tag @chicaandjo so we can see it!

[@tamaraellzey974]

Thank you for this. Awesome!

[@chicaandjo]

So glad you like it, Tamara!

[@carmenharbin6539]

Just made one and instructions were perfect!!!! Come out without any trouble. Love it thank you

[@chicaandjo]

So happy to hear that, Carmen! Thanks for the feedback.

[@AliciaNicoleJackson]

Thank you for this amazing and detailed tutorial! It's obvious that you put a lot of work into this. Every year my Mom gets everyone really nice photo gifts. This year we were able to create one of these blocks with all of her grandkids. It turned out great thanks to your instruction. I was able to follow right along. Plus the adhesive sheets from your Amazon store came super quickly, right in time for this Mother's Day gift. Thanks again!

[@chicaandjo]

We're so glad you enjoyed this tutorial and created such a thoughtful gift for your mom. Thanks for your comments and for your order!

[@juliesulinski5814]

Excellent tutorial! I can't wait to try it.

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you, Julie. Have fun!

[@nicola844]

This is the most informative tutorial, love the details. Thank you!

[@chicaandjo]

Thanks you Nicola!

[@keya146]

THANK YOU 💖✨ God bless you 🙏🏾. This is such a great tutorial very informative and to the point

[@chicaandjo]

You're welcome! So glad you like it.

[@joanbravo4340]

Your tutorial was wonderful. I really like the way you used the numbers. Made it easy to follow. I have watched other tutorials where they taped the blocks first. Very confusing. I did not see the way to download the template for photos but I will look more. Thank you so much. Joan

[@chicaandjo]

Thank you so much, Joan! You'll find the downloadable template within the full tutorial on our blog here: www.chicaandjo.com/magic-folding-wooden-photo-cubes/

[@HMFJT]

Wow, i did this project 5 years ago. I want to do another one with pic of my grand-son. I just found yours and you did that vidéo with very good explain. Thanks a lot... i’ll do it n’est week. Thanks.

[@chicaandjo]

Helene, we are so glad you like our new video. Have fun making your photo cube!

[@tunsji4461]

Beautiful

[@chicaandjo]

Thanks, Tunsji!

[@nasreensirajuddin5582]

Good tutorial.Thanks Can we apply mod podge or laminate the plain a4 sheet to make it waterproof and durable

[@nasreensirajuddin5582]

Please suggest me any idea to overcome wear tear outside

[@chicaandjo]

Because this is made of wood, it will never be truly waterproof. Laminating the sheet of paper first will make it too thick to bend, but you might be able to get away with a thin, clear contact paper. Just make sure you account for any extra thickness in the spacer. You could also try applying Mod Podge or a clear embossing powder to the finished cube, just be careful not to make it too thick, and don't let it build up in the hinged corners, because it will definitely crack over time.

[@jennwilliams2242]

This is an absolutely fantastic tutorial! Very detailed and easy to follow. I would like to support your business so can you post the link to your Amazon store. I also would love to get the instructions/tutorial of making the sheet with the color coded cut outs if at all possible - if you have any links that will accomplish this, please forward!

[@chicaandjo]

Jenn, we are so glad you like this project! You can find the full written tutorial, along with the template and links to the supplies needed, on our blog at www.chicaandjo.com/magic-folding-wooden-photo-cubes/ And we would love your support of our business! You can find our Amazon storefront at www.amazon.com/shop/chicaandjo

[@jennwilliams2242]

@@chicaandjo One more question if I may? When you say not to use actual photo paper because it's too thick - do you copy the photos on a printer or do you just use a regular photo? I'm thinking it can't be that difficult but I'm just not understanding I guess!!

[@chicaandjo]

@@jennwilliams2242 Of course, happy to help! Our photos are usually digital so we just print them onto regular copy paper with an office printer. If you're starting with real photo prints, you can scan them and then print, or maybe get color photocopies made at a print shop.

[@jennwilliams2242]

@@chicaandjo Thank you so much for the above! One last question: do you have a template of the numbered/colored 1-10 boxes? I know you said in your first reply that you have included a template ... can't seem to locate it/pull it up. I have seen the full written tutorial but I'm unsure which template you are speaking of: is it for the numbered/colored pages or the page where it shows how each photo is cut (pattern)? I"ve tried to make my own and it's just not working for me even with a ruler etc. Thank you in advance for your patience with me with all these questions - really appreciate it.

[@jennwilliams2242]

I've tried going on Canva to create a template like the 3x3 and 3x6 colored blocks with numbers and I cannot seem to create something similar to your suggested creation/style. Thanks for any suggestions or templates that I could print off.- please and thank you!

[@BecomingUnsheltered]

Is there anything you should do to seal the pictures on top? Like modpodge?? I just worry the photos will become damaged over time with no seal.

[@chicaandjo]

We do not seal our photo cubes and have not had an issue with damage, but you are welcome to try if you think yours will receive unusually high use. However, please choose your sealer very carefully -- If you choose something thick like ModPodge, it will negatively affect the ability for the cube to fold and unfold properly, because the hinge spacers aren't set up for that extra thickness. Also, thick sealers might crack and flake if applied along the hinges, as they bend back and forth with use. Instead, you might want to use a very light coat of a spray sealer to lock in the color.

[@kavitasuthar4065]

This is sooooo lovely!!! Would love to try it out. Unfortunately, we don't get this red liner tape, tacky glue where i live. Could u plz recommend which other glue can be used to stick the printing paper with pictures on wood? I need to make this urgently. Plz help

[@chicaandjo]

Kavita, we don't have any other adhesive to recommend... the stickiness and flexibility of this tape really does the best job on these cubes. You can find our branded red liner tape on Amazon here: amzn.to/3fw7Iiv If you're unable to get Amazon delivered where you live, email us at [e-mail] and we can work with you on a custom order.

[@sianevans6455]

@@chicaandjo so any other double sided tape won't work? Jw as just went to see about the adhesive but they ain't in amazon anymore

[@sianevans6455]

Would any other double sided sheets work too?

[@chicaandjo]

@@sianevans6455 Not all double-sided tapes will work. You need something that's super sticky, tear-proof, and flexible. We recommend our tape sheets which you can find on Amazon here: amzn.to/3fw7Iiv

[@sianevans6455]

@@chicaandjo I've looked on there but it says it's unavailable so I can't get them

[@patsyferguson4122]

I've been following this. Thank goodness for pause and play. I put #1 and #2 on just as described per the sheet and the video. Turned #1 and stacked it as indicated on #2. Folded and put #3 on. But now I can't fold it to expose #4. I keep watching the video and I seem to have done it correctly. Any help?

[@chicaandjo]

Ooh tough to answer that without seeing exactly what you’ve got. Maybe take a look at our blog post (linked in description) because it has diagrams of the turns. Maybe that will help?

[@garywhitener3482]

Where is the link to the adhesive sheete

[@chicaandjo]

There's a link to our blog post within the description of this video, and on that blog post you'll find the link to the tape sheets. But here it is for quick reference! :) amzn.to/2CCNMXk

[@JodieLCraig]

How do you print the photos according to the measurements you provided?

[@chicaandjo]

Jodie, you can either size them using image editing software (Photoshop, Canva, etc) or you can just print them as is an then cut them down to size with scissors.

[@rhodeehernandez926]

What about protecting the paper photos from too many hands...would modge podge glue or laminate them?

[@chicaandjo]

You can try either technique but keep in mind that they will add extra thickness to the photos, which will make the whole cube not fold/unfold properly. You'll need to adjust the spacers to accommodate the extra coating. You could try a quick spray of sealer instead, which shouldn't add to the thickness.

[@rhodeehernandez926]

@@chicaandjo Awesome, thanks!

[@blessingsungai3472]

How do you mass produce these?

[@chicaandjo]

Dunno, but if you ever find a way, let us know!

[@blessingsungai3472]

@@chicaandjo hahaha

[@ana-mariapiciorea3110]

hello, what did you mean by the normal picture and not the picture one? will the paper not be damaged?

[@chicaandjo]

We're sorry Ana-Maria but we don't understand your question... Can you rephrase please?

[@ana-mariapiciorea3110]

@@chicaandjo I use photographic paper, it cannot be bent because wrinkles appear. did you specify plain paper, do you simply refer to the A4 sheet for pictures?

[@chicaandjo]

@@ana-mariapiciorea3110 you should definitely print your photos onto regular copier paper. Photo paper is too thick and won't bend along the creases.

[@arjrehman8571]

Can you please tell me to what inches pictures should be cut into?

[@chicaandjo]

The sizes are mentioned in the video, but you can find them in written form on our full tutorial on our blog here: www.chicaandjo.com/magic-folding-wooden-photo-cubes/

[@MarthaZamora1000]

Link for the double sided sheet?

[@chicaandjo]

Martha, you'll find links for all the supplies needed on our blog post here: www.chicaandjo.com/magic-folding-wooden-photo-cubes/

[@sianevans6455]

Hey Chica, jw what the measurements are in cms?

[@chicaandjo]

Google's got a really easy converter. Here's a link! www.google.com/search?q=inches+to+cm

[@sianevans6455]

@@chicaandjo ok ty

[@sandibidewell9089]

hi, what is the name of your blog?

[@chicaandjo]

Sandi, you can find our blog at ChicaAndJo.com

[@sharonbroderick8740]

one side towards the end I noticed the numbers were mixed up, why was that wouldn't that make a picture muddled up?

[@chicaandjo]

Sharon, we don't see the issue... can you let us know which numbers you're talking about so we can double-check?

[@kavitasuthar4065]

I made this & unfortunately afer 2 days, lines started showing on the pics. I mean there is a way of cutting the pics yh, not all are cut from 4 sides. Where there's cellotape, we don't cut the pic & when u fold the cubes a crack type line starts showing. Plz help me out.

[@chicaandjo]

Not sure what went wrong for you, Kavita. What type of paper did you use? Laser or Inkjet printer? What type of tape did you use?

[@kavitasuthar4065]

@@chicaandjo i used insulation tape. It really helped keep the blocks together. & not sure about the printer but i used printing paper

[@chicaandjo]

@@kavitasuthar4065 We're not sure how to help because we've never worked with insulation tape before so we don't know how it will perform. It may be what's causing your problem. Either that or the paper might have been too thick. We have not seen lines on the cubes we've made with the supplies we recommend, even after several months of use.

[@sianevans6455]

Hey Chica, if someone has 12 blocks not 8, is there a way for th guide to still work or not? Jw as got 12 blocks and they are a bit smaller then yours

[@sianevans6455]

Like I did the 4 as 6 blocks and 8 as 12?

[@chicaandjo]

@@sianevans6455 This tutorial will only work with 8 blocks. The finished cube won't open and unfold infinitely as shown with any other number of blocks.

[@sianevans6455]

@@chicaandjo ok ty

[@97shravan]

This is a nightmare to watch on anything other than a phone

[@chicaandjo]

Sorry to hear you feel that way, Shravan. Assuming you're on a computer with a monitor... what about the video isn't working for you?

[@97shravan]

@@chicaandjo hey! I was kinda frustrated when I wrote that comment (yep, I was on a computer monitor and it felt like a lot of wasted space). Followed the tutorial and your blog and the final product came out great. It was the first one I saw that recommended using double sided tape sheets instead of tape, and the end result was much better. Both the blog and this video were super helpful. Consider me converted to a fan :)

[@chicaandjo]

@@97shravan Thanks for the extra explanation! Since more people using phones/tables these days than computers/monitors, we do our videos in portrait mode so that we can optimize for the largest number of people. We figure a little wasted space on a monitor is better than an tiny little video on a phone! We're so glad you found our tape sheets tip so useful. It really increases the life of the cube enormously. So glad to have you as a fan!