Give Some Love With “Valentine Gift Bags” 22


tbccrafters“Valentine Gift Bags”

I recently got some new designs for my Silhouette Cameo and thought that these would be fun to make for Valentine’s Day.  I wanted something small for my son’s teachers, and most of the bags that are in the store, are either too cheap, too big, or too young.  Why not make one yourself, in the style you like?  They were very easy to do, and I think the hardest part, was removing the paper from the sheet after my Cameo did it’s job!! Love that!!

If you don’t have a Cricut, you could always draw this out and then cut it with some craft scissors – don’t want to leave my non-machine friends out! 🙂

I hope you like them!! Have a blessed day, and please be sure to comment on, and share this #TBCCrafters craft on your social media channels – thanks!!

Valentine

Valentine Gift Bags Craft


Materials/Tools Used:

  • Craft Paper
  • Silhouette Cameo
  • Template
  • Glue Dots or Tape
  • Misc. Decor
  • Candy, Etc.
  • & Time!


Instructions:


I started by using a design that was with the software of my Silhouette Cameo to create the heart handled bag.  Then I hit the “SEND” button and off it went to cut time!treat

Next, I carefully peeled the extra paper off of the mat, and then used my pick to remove the small pieces of paper.  Then I just carefully peeled away the backing.  Just a note…for those of you that have a Silhouette or Cameo, the trick is to peel the backing away from the project and not the project off of the backing.  This helps for the paper not to rip and can sometimes remove all of the extra paper from cutouts (depending on size).treat

Now, after I had the paper off of the backing, I lightly bent it at each of the score marks that the machine had made.  You don’t need to go crazy with this, just get the piece ready to fold.treat

Now, you’re ready to make your bag.  I used my tape roller to put a little on the part that would be adhered to the other to create the edge of the bag.treat

Now, to finish the bottom, I just folded over the pieces on the bottom.  I just had to make sure that I inserted them all correctly and made sure it was flat afterwards.treat

I wanted to add a little depth to the bag, so I took the pieces that had come out of the top handles and using some double sided foam squares, I was able to give it a 3-dimensional look.treat

Next, I added some pieces of feather, as well as some scrapbook hearts to give it an even more detailed design.treat

Once it was finished how I liked it, I just added in some candy and misc. goodies to use for gifts for my son’s teachers for Valentine’s Day.  I also added in one of the little Valentine’s Day critters that I made for our #SCBH2015 craft hop – you can check out that post HERE.treat

Hope you like it!  Please take a minute to leave me a comment and let me know what you would do different, or what you would add, etc.  Be sure to tweet, pin, share, etc. – thanks!!


“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;” -Proverbs 3:5

All pictures and text are my own and have not been copied in any way.  I, Jamie Tomkins, own and operate Tiger Strypes Blog located at www.TigerStrypes.com. From time to time you’ll hear about my real life experiences or creations with products and/or services from companies and individuals. Let it be known that I have no affiliation with these said companies, and have not received compensation for reviewing or using their service/product. The information that I give regarding the product/service is based off my own personal experience, I do not guarantee that your experience will be the same.

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Rose Powell
9 years ago

That Machine is an amazing and beautiful thing! That little fuzzy love bug is adorable too! My daughter spoiled me this Valentine’s day… Love these!

Alyssa
9 years ago

So cute! Thanks for stopping by and linking up at the Home Matters LInky Party

Bernadyn
9 years ago

What an amazing machine, I would use it all the time, lol. These are fun and cute valentine’s bags, I love it!

Dawn Pruitt
9 years ago

Very cute and great for any age! I gotta get one of those cutter things! lol

Rachel Ferrucci
9 years ago

I think you should make these and sell them! My mom makes cookies and gives them to everyone, I would totally buy some for her!

Anita Utami
9 years ago

This is a very cute bag!

Anne Campbell
9 years ago

These are so clever–that machine looks like a lot of fun!

The Imp
9 years ago

Cute!

Candace
9 years ago

These are adorable, Jamie! My son started Middle School this year. I never imagined I would be so sad to see his class Valentine’s Day parties end. It is really bittersweet. I may have to make one of these for him though :).

Yona Williams
9 years ago

I absolutely love the design of this box…I want a fancy cricut type of machine now!

Kori
9 years ago

That is really cute and creative. I keep seeing these silhouette machines and I’m starting to get a small case of envy. They look so versatile.

Jessica
9 years ago

I think I might have to ask for one of those machines for my birthday. That is so neat!

jessica
jessica
9 years ago

Cute!

tara pittman
9 years ago

That is such a cool machine. I would have fun making bags like these.

Beverly Roderick
9 years ago

Those look amazing! The details make it awesome.

Andrea Kruse
9 years ago

Very cute design! I was just noticing that the Silhouette Design Store had a sale on a lot of Valentine’s designs, so this may be the perfect chance to grab this bag. I always stock up on items to use next year… and may still need a few last minute fun ideas like this for the 11th hour. 🙂