paper goodie bags {tutorial}

Let’s talk about a simple little project today.

I received this darling pink bag from Whisker Graphics a while back and just couldn’t toss it. I read on their website that they will be offering packaging supplies soon and if this pink stripy bag is part of the collection, then we are in for some delightful new packaging options.

Anyway, when I needed a quick goodie bag for the cousins at Audrey’s party, I decided to make my own.

Want to make some too? Oh good.

Here is what you will need:

:: 8.5 x 11 paper

:: paper cutter {or scissors}

:: glue

:: decorative scissors or rotary blade

 

 

STEP ONE: print design on paper and trim border {see below for my free download}

Just trim the bottom and one side.

STEP TWO: fold in the sides

Nothing perfect here … just fold in each side until they overlap the white border that you didn’t trim.

STEP THREE: glue flaps together

STEP FOUR: fold bottom up about an inch

STEP FIVE: glue bottom flap closed

STEP SIX: glue bottom flap up

STEP SEVEN: trim the top of the bag with a decorative edge

Then fill with something sweet

fold down the top and add a sticker to hold

Cute as can be.

If you would like to make blue striped bags, please feel free to download my template.

{I used regular text weight printer paper for my bags, but you could also try a heavier weight if you prefer}

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