Of course, pop-up mechanics aren’t magic. Through years of experimentation, pop-up book artist Matthew Reinhart has learned how to engineer the perfect pop using paper, glue, and a lot of creativity.

Make it 3D by sticking a cut-out image on it – this could either be your own drawing, using collage (a great way to use up scrap pieces of paper), or you can colour in a printable template.

Pop up cards are quick and easy to make. Start by making a few simple cuts into a piece of card, then can create a tab (or multiple tabs) that you push forward and decorate.