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How to make a Twist n Pop Hug Card

01.04.2023 by Emily // 23 Comments

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originally published on 11 April 2021
updated 4 January 2023

Download the free Twist and Pop Card SVG, and learn how to make a free hug card with this easy tutorial and free templates.

Twist and pop hug card with a red heart and outstretched arms.


Are you a hugger?

It’s so comforting to wrap your arms around someone you care about. There’s just something about a hug that makes you feel so much better.

A hug is a simple, yet powerful way to show love and support to someone special. Whether you’re going through a tough time, or just need a little extra love and support, a hug can make all the difference.

It’s not always possible to hug your loved ones, so I’ve created a hug that you can send through the mail.

I created the first hug card in 2020, when we were all in lockdown. It even came with a silly little poem about finally being able to hug again. It’s still way at the bottom of the free files folder.



Which file should I use for the free hug card?

In the Free Files Folder, there are two versions of this card.

There’s an SVG to be used with cutting machines such as a Cricut, and there’s a PDF if you want to print the card and use scissors to cut it. It’s an easy project for kids to color and cut. (I included the red heart too, in case you didn’t want to color at all.)

Several sheets of paper printed out with a free hug card template from a free printable PDF.

The free printable hug card PDF is design #99 – Twist & Pop Hug Card (Printable PDF).

— OR —

The free hug card SVG is design # 98 – Twist & Pop Hug Card SVG.

If you don’t know how to access the Free Files Folder, the directions are at the bottom of the page.


Materials needed to create this easy twist-n-pop hug card:

  • letter-sized 65 lb. cardstock
  • Glue such as Art Glitter Glue or Beacon’s 3-in-1 Crafting Glue
    Extra-Strong Double Sided Tape 5mm
  • A way to cut and score; I used my Cricut Maker and the scoring stylus. You can also easily cut this project by hand.
  • Bone folder for burnishing score lines

  • Printer (I love my Epson Wide-Format Photo Printer)



* Links to products are for your convenience in finding tools and materials, however, they are affiliate links.
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. *


How to use the free twist and pop hug card SVG in Cricut Design Space:

Upload the SVG to Design Space and add it to your Canvas.

Ungroup the SVG.

We’ll use Print Then Cut for the sentiments.

Select one group of text and the shape below it. Then, click on the Flatten icon.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - select twist & pop hug card text and flatten

Here’s how it should look. Flatten the other sentiments that you want to use.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - select twist & pop hug card text and flatten to use Print Then Cut feature


Hold down the shift key and select the four layers shown.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - select four lines on the twist & pop hug card SVG


Now, change the line type to Score from the operation menu.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - Change four lines to Score from Operation Menu


Click to select each group and Attach each score line to the cut piece below it.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - Attach Score lines to cut piece below


Your four pieces should look like the screenshot below.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - Four pieces of the twist & pop hug card SVG ready to be cut and scored with a Cricut


Finally, change the top lines to Score and Attach to the envelope.

Screenshot of Cricut Design Space - envelope

Cut the pieces out of 8.5 x 11 inch cardstock.

Tip: Position the envelope on the mat carefully; it’s 10.88 inches so just fits on letter-size cardstock.


How to assemble the Twist and Pop Hug Card

1) Cut out the pieces of the card. You should have:

  • the card base
  • the twist and pop base
  • two of the heart with arms, one larger than the other

2) The purple dashed lines shown below are score lines. Fold and burnish the cardstock along the lines.

Case base and twist and pop card base shown with score lines in purple.

3) Glue the center of the card in place.

Glue the twist and pop base into the card base.

4) Fold the hearts along the lines as shown; then glue the smaller heart on top of the larger one.

Crease the hearts along the score lines.

5) Center the middle of the heart on the middle of the base.

6) The glue goes ONLY on the area marked below by the red X. It should not be in any other area, or the twist and pop mechanism will not work correctly.

diagram indicating where glue goes on the free hug card

7) Glue the heart in place, with just a small amount of glue where the red X is shown above.

hearts glued onto the twist and pop mechanism and card base

8) Glue the large text box to the front of the card.

Front text piece ready to be glued on the cover.


I accidentally glued this card really crooked! However, just glue in the inside sentiment…

A crooked twist and pop hug card.


… and it’s not noticeable at all.

the free twist and pop hug card open

Your card is ready to be sent.

**Click here to view the assembly video on YouTube.**

We all need a little extra love and support from time to time. Whether you’re going through a tough time, or just need a pick-me-up, receiving a heartfelt message from a loved one can make all the difference.

Making a hug card is a fun and easy way to show someone how much you care. It’s a simple gesture that can brighten anyone’s day and let them know they’re loved and appreciated.

Spread the love with a hug card today! 💜


Ready to download the free twist-n-pop hug card file?

Head over to the 📂 Free Files Folder and enter the ✨ magic word. ✨ (If you don’t have the password, just fill in the form at the bottom of the page to have it emailed to you.)


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Comments

  1. Denise Jewell says

    December 13, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    As I live on the other side of the world from my friends I grew up with and family, I think they would love receiving this out of the blue to know I am thinking of them

    Reply
    • Emily says

      December 18, 2023 at 12:54 pm

      Yes, it’s perfect for that!!

      Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    November 16, 2023 at 7:49 am

    Hi I have only just found your page a huge big hug and thank you, its just the card l needed to send Deb C

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 18, 2023 at 12:13 pm

      Awesome! I’m so glad you can use it.

      Reply
  3. Anonymous says

    October 4, 2023 at 9:43 pm

    This card brought a smile to my face and I instantly knew who I needed to make this one for

    Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    October 4, 2023 at 9:36 pm

    This is a very nice Hug card! I can think of different ways to use it. Thank you for sharing. You have great ideas! 🙂 Kathy B

    Reply
  5. Teresa Collier says

    February 3, 2023 at 9:53 pm

    Love it! Please send me the magic word.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      February 6, 2023 at 9:38 pm

      I see you got signed up, and it’s at the bottom of every email. Enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Nancy says

    January 8, 2023 at 3:08 pm

    Shouldn’t the password be in the newsletter that I already receive?

    Reply
    • Emily says

      January 8, 2023 at 3:10 pm

      Yes, it is in the footer of the email. Look for the text: “The ✨ magic word✨ to access the folder is:”

      Reply
  7. Sheila says

    December 8, 2022 at 11:27 am

    Thank you for sharing your creativity with us

    Reply
    • Emily says

      December 13, 2022 at 8:06 pm

      You’re welcome!!! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

      Reply
  8. Elizabeth says

    March 10, 2022 at 5:50 pm

    Great site!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      March 10, 2022 at 5:53 pm

      I’m glad you like it! 😊

      Reply
  9. Elizabeth says

    March 10, 2022 at 5:47 pm

    Love your ideas! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  10. hector ugalde says

    March 1, 2022 at 5:30 pm

    please send the password

    Reply
    • Emily says

      March 6, 2022 at 10:23 pm

      Just enter your email address in the form at the bottom and it will be sent to you.

      Reply
    • MC says

      May 4, 2025 at 12:51 pm

      Do you usually print the sentiments on printer paper or cardstock?
      Thank you for all the wonderful svgs and ideas!

      Reply
  11. Sarah Roberts says

    September 8, 2021 at 2:49 pm

    Thank you! The templates and tutorial are a life saver. So much appreciation for you sharing.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      September 8, 2021 at 3:46 pm

      Thanks for commenting Sarah! It made my day. ☺️

      Reply
  12. Jean says

    July 17, 2021 at 5:59 pm

    I really want to try this one

    Reply
  13. Suzanne Kutz says

    April 26, 2021 at 3:03 pm

    Love this! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      April 26, 2021 at 3:24 pm

      You’re welcome! I saw your note about giving it in remembrance of a pet that passed; the flying heart is totally appropriate.

      Reply

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