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A handmade holder adds a personal touch to a gift card without needing an elaborate design. Choose two coordinating papers and a small stamped decoration for a neat, reusable project.
What you need
- Cardstock and patterned paper
- Scoring board, paper trimmer and double-sided tape
- Corner rounder and optional circle or scallop punches
- A stamp, ink and colouring supplies
- An optional hook-and-loop dot for the closure
Prepare the base
Cut cardstock to 3.75 × 8.25 inches. Score the long side 2 inches from one end and 2.5 inches from the other. Fold the two flaps towards the centre and round the corners of the flap that will close over the front.
Cut patterned paper panels measuring 1.75 × 3.5, 2.25 × 3.5 and 3.5 × 3.5 inches. Round the appropriate corners on the flap panel, then attach the papers to the matching areas with double-sided tape.
Create the pocket
Apply a narrow strip of adhesive along the side edges of the shorter flap, leaving its top edge open. Fold it into place to form a pocket. Slide in the gift card to check the fit, then add an optional closure dot to the larger flap.
Add a finishing detail
Stamp a greeting onto a punched circle, colour it and layer it over a scalloped circle. Attach it to the front. Match the design to the occasion, from a birthday cupcake to a simple thank-you message.
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