Purple Sage Creations

TSN - Sweet Jewelry

Welcome to this week's TSN (Try Something New).  I found a really cute, and simple, Easter idea as I was wandering the internet.  If your looking for a little gift for classroom students or to place in an Easter bastket, this Jelly Bean Bracelet is great.

 
  

All you need to make this are:

Jelly Beans

Dental floss

    Needle

   Ribbon (optional)

Thread the dental floss with the needle through the jelly beans.  The amount of jelly beans used is dependent upon the size of the child's wrist. When you are done threading the jelly beans, just tie the dental floss in a secure knot.  If you would like to add a little more, just tie a bow with ribbon where the knot is.  Now your child has a sweet piece of jewelry they will really enjoy!

Thanks for stopping by today :)

Envelope Gift Bag Tutorial

Got a little gift but no gift bag or box?  Looking for a way to package tiny Easter gifts?  I've found something that might help.  And chances are you already have the materials you need in your house. 

All you need is an envelope and some crafty embellishments and this is what you can create...

 

You can make this adorable gift bag with any sized envelope.  The larger the envelope, the larger the gift bag.  Just follow these few simple steps:

1) I used a standard note sized envelope (A2 size).  First I sealed the envelope.  Then I used my straight cutter to cut an inch off the short side of the envelope.

2)  Scored 3/4 inches on all the other sides of the envelope.  Then fold the scored lines back and forth to make it easier to manipulate.

3)  Now open the envelope and fold the corners into triangle flaps.  Bend and manipulate the scored folds to create a box.

4)  Use some super tacky tape to adhere the flaps to the bottom of the gift bag (box). 

Now you can add ribbon handles or just embellish and create a flap at the top.  I took a scrap piece of designer paper and used a decorative punch to add interest on either side of it.  Then I attached the paper with ribbon.

Here's an extra little tip:

I wanted some tissue paper or paper strips stuffed inside my gift bag.  The problem was, I didn't have any.  So I made my own.  (I got this little tip when I was a Stampin' Up demonstrator.)

1)  Choose either cardstock or designer paper of your liking.  Then use a paper crimper to add texture.

2)  Use a straight cutter to cut the paper into strips.  Make sure you cut the opposite direction of the crimps. (TIP:  I was thinking that you could also try a paper shredder.  I haven't tried that yet, but I want to)

3) Gather all the pieces together and munch and crush them in your hand.  This part is my favorite! I take out all my aggression as I squeeze and smoosh (LOL).

This is really a good way to use up old or outdated designer paper.  When it is in your package you just see the colors.

Here are some other ideas for envelope gift bags:

• How About Orange
• Eye Pop Art
• Suzanne's Card Crafts

Thanks for stopping by today!  Have fun creating:)

The details:

Paper:  Whisper White cardstock, Tea Party designer Paper (SU!)

Stamps:  Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink:  Chocolate Chip

Accessories: Envelope, Melon Mambo dotted ribbon, silver string

Tools:  Martha Stewart decorative edge punch, oval die cut, pastels