Gift Box for Foaming Hand Soap

Today I want to share with you a cute packaging idea for gifting Bath & Body Foaming Hand Soap.  This is one of my favorite gifts to receive because a) I love the scents, b) it's practical and useful, and c) it won't take up room in my house because I will use it up and throw it away!  Ha, ha, ha!  I saw the idea and measurements for this box from Jessica Lewis at Scrap Sprinkle Crop.

I showed how to make this project on Facebook Live this week.  You can see the replay on Facebook HERE (no ads), or click on the link below to watch it on YouTube:

In the summer, I made a lemon version to give to my retreat attendees with some lemon scented soap inside.

Now it's the time of year to make Christmas versions!  I used Shaded Spruce and Cherry Cobbler cardstock to match the soap I had on hand (the soap was probably bought last season).  I chose Sentimental Wishes Designer Series Paper to wrap around the box.  The little stars were die-cut with the Merriest Tree Dies out of More Dazzle Specialty Paper which is retired, but they would also look great cut out of Gold Foil paper.

For the Shaded Spruce version above, I used Christmas Labels bundle for the sentiment and label piece.  For the Cherry Cobbler version below, I used Greetings of the Season bundle for the sentiment and tag.

Measurements in inches:

• Cardstock box (Shaded Spruce or Cherry Cobbler): 7-1/4 x 10; with 10" side at the top, score at 2-5/8, 4-3/4, 7-3/8, and 9-1/2
• TURN and score at 6"
• Sentimental Wishes DSP: 3 x 10; score at the same marks shown above
• Cut as shown in the picture below

I used Shaded Spruce 1/2" Satin & Sheer ribbon for the handles.  I attached them with tear tape.  You can see how I did this and how I assembled the box in the video linked above.

Thank you for stopping by!  I hope you give this a try.  You can find a list of supplies at the end of this post.

My host code for December is HGTHNHA2.  Use this on your orders in December to get a free gift from me!

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Happy Stamping,

Marsha

Product List

Sentimental Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [164209] $12.50	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981] $11.50	Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119685] $11.50	Shaded Spruce 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Satin & Sheer Ribbon [164224] $8.50
Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Satin Ribbon [164028] $8.00	Gold Twisted Thread [164603] $7.50	Christmas Labels Bundle (English) [164101] $46.75	Sparkle Of The Season Bundle (English) [156765] $45.75
Merriest Trees Dies [162047] $37.00	More Dazzle 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Paper [161749] $7.50

World of Good Pen Holder

These pen/pencil pouches make a nice gift for both men and women!  They are really easy to make and only require a 6" x 6" piece of DSP.  You can see a video of me making these pouches HERE.  I put pens in my pouch, but I saw a very cute version of these pouches done with pencils by SallyStampers.  I think a holiday version would be so adorable!

Start with a 6" x 6" piece of DSP.  When you go to score it, make sure it is in the your trimmer right side up if your paper is directional.  Score at 1-1/2", 3", and 4-1/2".  Fold along your score lines and fold in the corners as shown below (or watch the video for easier  understanding).

This is the back side.

Put your pen or pencils inside and tie with a ribbon.  You don't seal the bottom.  If you use pencils, they peak out the bottom.

Thank you for stopping by!  Please use the following host code on online orders this month: Y6DZBVGA.  If your order is over $50, you will get a free acrylic block from me, your choice of C, D, or H.  If your order is over $150, do not use the code as you will get your own host rewards, plus the free block.  Email your choice to me after you place your order.

Happy Stamping!

Product List

World Of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper [152491] $15.00	Beautiful World Cling Stamp Set (English) [152994] $23.00	1" (2.5 Cm) Circle Punch [119868] $13.00	Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad [147087] $7.50
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114] $7.50	Crushed Curry 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131199] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75

Teacher Appreciation Post-It Gift

For once in my life, I was prepared in advance for Teacher Appreciation week!  I made this little post-it-note pouch for my son's teacher back in March. I should have given it to her in March because Coronavirus came to visit mid-March and we've been social-distancing ever since.  Schools closed and this little pouch is still sitting on my shelf.  Teacher Appreciate week was last week, but I still need to get his teacher's address so I can send it to her!

I make post-it note pouches all the time.  As a piano teacher, I always have post-it notes by my side and I like to have them cutely packaged.  Note: These notes are not actual Post-it Note brand and my measurements won't fit the post-it brand correctly.  These measurements are made to fit the less expensive Highland Note brand.  You can make a bunch without spending a fortune.  It's the love that counts! :)  Here are the measurements:

1. Start with a piece of Poppy Parade cardstock and cut at 3-1/4" x 8-1/2"
2. With 8-1/2" side at the top, score at 3-1/8", 3-9/16", 6 5/8", 7-1/16"
3. Use a corner rounder punch to round your top and bottom corners.
4. Fold on your score lines and attach your post-its to the center with glue or other adhesive.
5. Add magnetic strips.  I cut them from magnetic vent covers purchased at Lowes.  I used tear tape to attach them.
6. Now you just need to decorate the front!  I used the Bold Brights DSP (retired now) for the apple and the green strip across the front.  See the remaining supplies used at the end of this post.

Here is a cute card to go along with the pouch:

Thank you for visiting my blog.  I hope you will enjoy making these post-it pouches as much as I did!  Please use the May Host Code when you order online this month: UXG4FRQG. If your order is over $50, you will receive a box of glue dots as a free gift from me. If your order is over $150, do not use the code as you will earn the host rewards for yourself plus get the glue dots.

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

Product List

Harvest Hellos Bundle (En) [153037] $35.00	Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793] $8.75	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] $9.75	Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990] $8.75	Stitched Shapes Dies [152323] $30.00
Layering Circles Dies [151770] $35.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00	Poppy Parade Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [146879] $4.50	Petal Pink Light Stampin' Blends Marker [146866] $4.50	Crumb Cake Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144582] $4.50
Soft Suede Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [146875] $4.50	Glitter Enamel Dots [146934] $7.00