Tutorial for Gift Card Holders

 

I've had lots of requests for directions on how to make the gift card holder that I posted a bit ago.  So here it is. These are quite simple to make.  First you start with a 11" x 4 1/4" piece of cardstock. 

You score it at 3" from both ends (the long way).

Next you score half way between those two scored lines which is about 2 1/2".  I have the Score-it and I can visually see what is exactly the middle by the measurements at the top. I like that option because even though you think you have the correct measurements, they can still be a bit off once you start scoring.  Once you get your third line scored, fold along your scored lines.

 

 

 

 

 

Put adhesive on as pictured. Be sure to stay close to the edge because your gift card will go in this section.  If you seal the whole thing up, you won't be able to get your gift card in it!

 

This is what it will look like once you adhere it.

 

Use your large oval punch and punch only about 1/3 to 1/2 of it.  This step is just so the recipient can grip their gift card to pull it out.

 

Next cut of just a small amount on your cutter. You are cutting the fold right off so you can insert your gift card.  I cut about 1/16" of an inch off.

Here you are! You have the basics done. Now all you have to do is the fun part. Embelish and decorate it any way that you want. I like to make a belly band around it. I cut about an inch of cardstock and wrap it around the whole gift card holder and cut off any excess. You can stamp it, tie ribbon around it, or anything you want to create a fun gift!

Comments

[Ad K.]

Very cute, Lana. I'm working on my bookmarks and having a great time...good way to use up DP scraps! If I can get done and clear off this desktop I'll whip up a few more of these. Hope you are having a great day.

[nancy morgan]

Thanks for the awesome tutorial! We made these at my workshops this month & I was just getting ready to post those projects. I'm so excited...now I can include a link to your wonderful tutorial :) !!!! nancy

[Sue]

Thank you for the tutorial, Lana. I'm so excited to give these a try. Just love your creativity. . .it's so infectious!!!!!

[Char]

Thank you for a wonderful gift card idea!!! I plan on using it at a Christmas workshop!!

Great idea!!

Char

[Tiya-b]

thanks so much, great tutorial

[Erin Atkins (fishlips)]

I've enjoyed looking at your blog page so much and your creations are just stunning, love the tutorial too...

[Victoria Martin]

Love this for any occasion!!

[kendell]

Thanks so much for sharing this tutorial, it is gratefully appreciated kindest regards kendell