Welcome to the Pals’ Blog Hop! We’re so glad you’re here because we made some great projects for “Layer It Up” – showcasing our favorite Designer Series Paper and embellishments. You may be starting the hop here or coming from a previous Pal’s blog. Either way, you’ve come to the right place. You’ll find the full line-up below to help you move, or “hop” along from Pal to Pal.
I can’t let a year go by without making my favorite gift card holder! And, every year it gets a fresh look with new Designer Paper.
Gift Card Holders
This year, I chose Wrapped In Plaid Designer Paper, which has 48 sheets, 4 each of 12 double-sided designs, 6″ X 6″. You can mix and match to your heart’s content!
To coordinate with the DSP, I used three colors of cardstock: Shaded Spruce, Cherry Cobbler, and Night of Navy.
INSTRUCTIONS
Cut the 8 1/2″ X 11″ cardstock into two pieces that are 7 3/4″ X 5″. Score at 6″ and 2 1/2″.
I didn’t use the strip on the left, but the 7 3/4″ X 1″ strip at the bottom becomes the band around the gift card holder.
The band is scored at 6 1/8″ and 2 1/2″. You want that extra 1/8 inch on the scoring, so the band will slide off and on easily.
Cut two pieces of Designer Series Paper: The bottom front is 4 3/4″ X 2 1/4″. The top front is 4 3/4″ X 1 1/2″.
Cut one piece of Whisper White cardstock for the sentiment on the inside, 4 3/4″ X 1 1/2″.
Use a circle punch to make a finger slot in the middle of the bottom front.
Attach a piece of Tear & Tape to each side of the bottom (inside), and close, sealing your pocket.
Since this Blog Hop is all about layering Designer Paper, I added strips of DSP to the bands, and topped them off with a tree. It was fun punching the trees with the Pine Tree Punch, which I layered for thickness.
TIP: Glue the band with the raw edge in front. This will be covered by the tree, which keeps the back looking smooth and pretty.
The Pine Tree Punch comes with the Wrapped In Plaid DSP in a Bundle. The order number for the Bundle is 151143, which gives you a 10% savings! One of my favorite papers in the pack is the design with the tree that matches the punch.
More inspiration awaits! Use the Blog Hop Line-up below to visit the rest of this month’s Design Team. My fellow Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created! Don’t forget to show us some love by commenting on our creations. Please click to leave a COMMENT HERE.
Pals Blog Hop Line-Up
- Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
- Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
- Debra Simonis at Deb’s Stampin’ Grounds
- Karen Hallam at Karen’s Stamping Habit
- Sara Stuart at Sentiments by Sara
- Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’
- Jen Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen
- Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
- Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
- Jennifer Michalski at Stamping Serenity
- Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
- Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
- Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
- Su Mohr at Aromas And Art
- Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin’
- Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
- Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
- Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
- Jeanie Stark at Just Stampin’
- Leah O’Brien at Ink, Paper, Stamps, Oh My!
- Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink
- Rosanne Mulhern at Heartfelt Stamping
- Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
- Ann Murray at Murray Stamps Ink
I used Stampin’ Up’s new Paper Trimmer for measuring, cutting, and scoring. As a demonstrator, I purchased it in October. I’m excited to say, it’s now available for everyone!
You can purchase the Paper Trimmer, as of Nov. 1, along with all the Gift Card Holder supplies. Clicking on the pictures in my Product List below will take you to my store for shopping. Thank you for visiting!
Product List
I have been learning alot from you and your lovely website
Your comment makes me smile! Thank you, Janis!
I really enjoy your web site
Thank you, Janis!
Why 2 pieces of card stock? Just one for a second holder? any DSP on the back?
Hi Dawn,
I was just showing how one piece of Cardstock would be cut. You are right, it could be for a second holder. I have a personalized stamp on the back, but it definitely could be decorated with DSP.
Very cute! Would be fun to make
Hi Shirley! Yes, they are! Send me a picture of one that you make!
thanks – easy but smart looking! appreciate the sizes!
Thank you, Sandra! Have fun making them!
These gift card holders are really neat! Thanks for sharing the dimensions as well!
Thank you, Judy, You are welcome!
I love these! I just made one of these the other day. Your pictures and explanation are great and I love how quick, easy and versatile these are. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Jen! I’m glad you enjoy making them! It’s sure to please your recipients!
Great use for this paper. Thanks for the idea!
I appreciate your comment! Thanks, Beth!
Gift cards are a nice gift for the holidays and giving them in something as beautiful as these is like two gifts! Beautifully done, Su!
Thank you, Debbie! I appreciate your nice comment!
I love seeing your Gift Card Holders through the years with a different punched or die-cut image each time. Thank you so much for the inspiration Su!
Thank you, Rae! I can’t stop making them!
Thank you for sharing. I love these gift card holders. They’ll be great for cash too. I am making my 1st. one right now. Thanks again.?
You’re welcome, France! And, you’re right! They are perfect for cash, a favorite gift!
Su I love your projects you share, you are so talented!
Thank you, Rosemary! You are sweet to say so.
Thank you for posting this. I had seen it last year and had not down loaded it.
You are so kind to share.
Thank you for visiting my blog, Mrteena! I’m happy to share!
Love your use of the plaid DSP. It is my second favorite from the holiday catalog especially since it can be used outside of the holiday time. Well done, Pal!
Thank you, Katy! I appreciate your kind words!
I love this gift holder. It so pretty, but it doesn’t look complicated.
Thank you, Pam! You’re right, it’s easy to make!
Love these gift card holders. I make cards and things for the military and these will be perfect! Thank you so much.
I’m so glad this will work for you. Thank you, Peggy!
Love this gift card Su. Thank you for sharing. ?
Thank you, Christie! See you in Vegas!
Love these adorable gift card holders with all the layers. So sweet. Have a great day!
Thank you, Hilda! Blessings on your day!
Gift card holders are my favorite! I love this one. It is not one I’ve seen exactly like this. Thank You for sharing!
Thank you, Jackie! I appreciate your nice comment!