easy diy gift bag

Tired of buying overpriced gift bags? Then make your own. Yep, it’s that easy. All you need are a few simple supplies, and chances are you can find them in your current craft stash. Not only does this solution save money, it adds an original touch to your gift giving. 

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supplies needed:

• craft paper
• vintage button
• twine
• hot glue gun

step 1 – fold paper

For this project, I selected 3 different sheets of craft paper. I don’t know about you, but I love all the beautiful prints available. I cut 2 of the sheets into smaller sizes than the first in order to have different sized bags. Fold each sheet in half.

step 2 – glue bottom & side

After folding, re-open the paper and apply glue to the bottom and side of the inside, as shown in photo below. Any type of glue will work, but I used a hot glue gun. Then re-fold and let glue dry.

Next, fold the top of the bag over, creating a front flap.

step 3 – add closure

Creating the closure is the fun part. I have a huge stash of vintage buttons; selecting ones to compliment the papers is so much fun. I cut a long piece of twine, wrapped it twice around the bag, then laced it through the button. Tie a pretty bow and you’re done! The handmade gift bag is almost as beautiful as the gift inside. I love the rustic touch of a vintage button and twine, and you can be as creative as you’d like. Make it yours. 

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