Hello, welcome to the Stampin’ Pretty Pals’ Blog Hop! This month our Design Team is showcasing “My Happiest Season.” We hope you enjoy and will be inspired by them! Don’t forget to leave comments! We love hearing from you. At the end of my post, you will find the full line-up to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.
I can’t let a year go by without making my favorite Gift Card Holders. It’s always exciting, when using new products from the latest catalog. Today’s selection was created with Mr. Moose and his favorite plaid paper. He thinks he’s more attractive than the reindeer I used last year, and wanted in on the action. Please agree, because I don’t want to see him sulking.
Moose Gift Card Holders
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cut an 8 1/2″ X 11″ piece of cardstock in half. It makes two gift cards that are 7 3/4″ X 5″. Score at 6″ and 2 1/2″.
To coordinate with the plaid, I used three colors of cardstock: Cherry Cobbler, Sahara Sand, and Shaded Spruce.
The 7 3/4″ X 1″ strip on the side becomes the band around the gift card holder. If you want to conserve paper, you could cut the 3/4″ strip first (shown on the bottom in pieces), and use it for the second band. However, I prefer the 1″ width.
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 the 1 1/2″ 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.
Decorate the bands with Mr. Moose, please! He likes his Early Espresso Cardstock fur best, but wanted to show off a variety of fur by using the In Good Taste Designer Paper.
TIP: Glue the band with the raw edge in front. This will be covered by Mr. Moose, which keeps the back looking smooth and pretty.
I layered Mr. Moose for thickness, and used a piece of Tear & Tape to hold him securely.
Stampin’ Up’s Paper Trimmer was used for measuring, cutting, and scoring. It helps to have the right tools!
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! Mark your calendars for our next blog hop on September 9th when our theme is “It’s the Sentiment that Counts.” The Design Team will showcase a sentiment as the focal point of their project. Don’t miss the fun! Until then, please stay safe and have fun in your craft room.
Pals Blog Hop Line-Up
- Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
- Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
- Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
- Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’
- Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
- Leah O’Brien at Honey Bee Stamping & More!
- Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
- Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
- Karen Hallam at Karen’s Stamping Habit
- Karen Buttery at Karen On The Lake Stamper
- Su Mohr at Aromas And Art. ***YOU ARE HERE***
- Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
- Michelle Gleeson at StampinMojo
- Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
- Melissa Seplowitz at The Stamping Ninja
- Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin’
- Jeanie Stark at Just Stampin’
- Diana Carr at The Secret Life of Paper
- Jen Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen
- Rosanne Mulhern at Heartfelt Stamping
- Pamela Sadler at Stampin’ Pink Rose
- Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
- Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink
- Dacia Smith at My Creative Days
- Jennifer Michalski at Stamping Serenity
- Ann Murray at Murray Stamps INK
- Deb Walker at Deb Stamps Life
- Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
- Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
- Lori Webb at Clever Copies
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I love how you respond to everyone here. By the way: cute moose cards 😉
Sorry to be obtuse….cut the paper in half lengthwise or width wise?
Width, the photo with the score lines should help.
Su, once again, I thoroughly enjoyed your blog, and love your moose gift card holder!
Thanks, Mary!
Thank you so much for sharing. Such a classic!
Sue
I just love Mr Moose! What a grand idea for the holidays using this punch for Christmas gifting !
Love it
Thanks, Karen!
Such a clever gift card presentation. To the case wall it goes!
Thanks, Rae!
The moose and plaid go together so well! Gift card holders are always a great idea.
Thanks, Rosanne!
What a great gift card holder! These will be great this year, for sure! Love the DSP – great for everyone!
Thanks, Debbie!
Great gift card holders Su. I love that moose!!
Thanks, Melissa! You know I love him!
Now I know what to do with my extra moose! Love how the moose goes so well with the Plaid suite dsp. Tell Mr. Moose he looks good in Good Taste dsp! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
Thank you, Melinda! You’ve made Mr. Moose very happy!
Oh.My.GOSHHH!!! LOVE these! Yep! These are on my list to make this year. Thank you!!
Thank you, Paula! You’ll have fun making them!
They are fantastic! Definitely will make some thanks
Love the gift card holders. Mr. Moose is very cute. Would love those instructions.
Thank you, Shelby! Feel free to print the instructions.
Beautiful cards! You are very creative. I enjoy seeing everything you make.
Thank you, Regina! Your comment makes me happy!
Thank you, Janet! You are welcome, and have fun!
Great job Su, these are too cute!
Thank you, Jennifer!
Love your gift card holders! Perfect for Christmas.
Thank you, Diana!
Always fun to see how you put your own stamp on the hop Su! I’m loving this plaid DSP.
Thank you, Deb!
I love the Moose for this Christmas staple! It’s great for a more masculine gift car holder, especially with the plaid. Great idea, Su!
Thank you, Karen!