Saturday, March 17, 2012

Fun little treat pouch!

Hi everyone and happy Saturday! Gosh, this week has been a creative frenzy and today -- I have more fun coming your way with a blog hop designed not only to inspire, but to give you a chance to win some fabulous goodies as well! It's a......



These two great companies teamed up to show you what you can do when you pair Scor-Pal with American Crafts! If I am your first stop -- you will want to head on over to the American Crafts Blog HERE to start the hop! Like I said, there are giveaways along the way, so you don't want to miss out! 

On to my creation! I whipped up this little treat box and coordinating mini card. My card is only 4" by 4", so you get an idea of the size of each one! 
I used the Garden Cafe collection and I have to say, I love these bright and cheery papers -- they just make me want to smile! 


To get started I began with two pieces of paper that measure 8-1/2" by 4-1/2" (paper is Petunia's Pastries) 
From there, using my Scor-Pal, I scored 2" around the two shortest sides and 2" along one -- only one of the longest sides. I also scored on the 1"  and 7-1/2" lines, stopping at the lower score line. I inserted some graphical guides for you to "see!"
I folded the bottom up and then, ad you can see, I cut along the score lines. 
On the second piece, I scored just like the first but instead of cutting flaps, I cut out those two outer sections completely.
Add some Scor-Tape like so.....
I folded the flaps in and then, inserted the second piece of card stock like so...
I folded a mountain fold along the sides like so....
And then, I cut off 1" of my sides along the mountain fold.
Add some Scor-Tape on the outside like so....

 And secure the two pieces together to create the base of your treat box!
 Next, you'll want to make the flap for your creation. I started with a 4-1/2" by 6" piece of paper and scored along the 3" line, folding with a mountain fold. I also used a die cut edge to create my curvy flap. You can use punches or whatever you have, just to give the front of your treat box a little extra pizazz!
The next step is one that really isn't all that necessary. I wanted my flap to be two tone, so I cut the edge off my flap and then  flipped the paper, using the opposite side of the Clover Cantina Varnish paper at the top. I sewed the two pieces together and then added some teal ribbon as a kind of cummerbund closure. Then, I accented with a "Delights" accent in Biscotti.  Just that simple! Now I can get some candies or goodies to stick inside to give as a little thank you gift to someone special! 

I wanted to create a kind of gift set, so I created this coordinating 4" by 4" card using the same papers that I used for my treat box. After layering, adding some stitching and pinking the edges, I added a band of the same teal twill ribbon, used one of my Spellbinders Beaded Circle Dies as the front mat for my card and then accented with another one of American Crafts chipboard stickers - it's called "Details Trifle." 

And here's another look at the finished project! 
Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have a great rest of your weekend. Now be sure to hit the next spot on the hop and visit....

106 comments:

Mermaid said...

Love this project!

Kathy Martin said...

Love your container...great for tucking away so many goodies! :)

Anne Essex said...

Lovely project.

mn36 said...

great project thanks for the detailed instructions.

Daphne said...

great project! Thanks for sharing the tutorial!

Sabrina ❤ vixendeity.blogspot.com said...

In love with the paper you used for the tut! Thank you :D

Steph Ackerman said...

Cute project.

Create It Simply said...

Yet another outstanding job! Thanks for all of your hard work! <3

nfaband said...

Simply adorable, love both of your little projects. Thanks for sharing your designs with us.

Gayle215 said...

I love to leave little treats for people. Thanks for sharing.

Stacy Morgan said...

Lov this little pouch totally cute. The colors are vibrant and fun.

KellyG said...

So cute, love your projects!

Mary-Anne V said...

Beautiful projects...thanks for the tutorial.

Tine said...

Wow love this idea. The colors are amazing too. Thanks! Tine

Annette Allen said...

wow this is just so fabulous...i totally love this...thanks for sharing..

Cynthia Baldwin said...

Cute cute set! Great color choices . :)

Ravengirl said...

How cute! You make it look so easy! I really appreciate all the pictures to show things step by step. Thanks.

Lagene said...

Love your treat box & card!

Elizabeth Sanchez said...

oh my gosh oh my gosh oh my gosh!!!!

leah said...
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leah said...

Super cute card and gift box, Julie!! Hope you have a wonderful weekend! ^_^

angie gutshall said...

That is a fabulous project!!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful work, that's why I subscribe to your site!

Christina said...

Oh how I love your box!
Thanks for the idea!
Christina

Anonymous said...

Sensational!

Miriam Prantner said...

What a great little bag/pouch. Great job!

Jennie P. said...

Thanks for showing how you made this. It's awesome!

Christina said...

Those colours are to die for! I love the treat box, absolutely gorgeous, and who wouldn't want to get treats in that?

Kris Berc said...

This is such a super cute gift set! Thanks for the instructions!

Marsha F said...

Great projects! Thanks for the chance to win!

Melinda said...

Cute and cheery!

KindleLover said...

Very cute!

Scrapinandie said...

So cute !!!

ruth said...

So cute!!

Snoopy said...

This is really cool! What a great way to give out treats!

Hugs,
Snoopy :D

http://snoopyshomemadefun.blogspot.com/

Heidi Y said...

Beautiful projects! Thanks for the chance @ giveaway!!

scrappingmabel said...

what a fab project and what a great project to use with the scor-pal. lovin this blog hop!:)

Brenda said...

Just love the little pouch! I have to try it out! The paper is gorgeous too!

pruts said...

you can make a lot of projects with the scor pall !!
love your cards

Julie J said...

Great packaging tutorial. Thanks for sharing

Amy Martin said...

Such cute boxes and mini cards. I am thankful for you tutorial. Thanks so much I learned something.

Elena Stefanidou said...

Love it.this is really cute.

Alex said...

Beautiful projects!

Designing With Dakota said...

love those papers!!!

Cynthia said...

How CUTE!! Thanks for explaining how you made the box!

Bethany Becker said...

Great box. Thanks for sharing how to make them. They would make great gifts.

Beatrice Lawson said...

Great treat box!!! Cute card too, love them together.

Robin said...

Super fun treat box!!!

rlovew said...

Adorable box and card!

karennarelle said...

i'm going to try the treat box for my sons birthday. thanks

carpediem said...

what a great little treat box! thanks for providing the instructions! laura j

Wendy Thompson said...

What a great project thanks so much for sharing

Carolina said...

Such a lovely project!

scrappymo! said...

Great project and great instructions. I will try this!

Anonymous said...

Love that pouch...very cute idea! love your color combos on your projects too! Really cute!

susanmcl said...

very nice!

Hanna-Marie said...

lovely!

Riette said...

This is great! I'm pinning!

Unknown said...

Such a cute gift set :) thanks for sharing your awesome project!!

CarlavdM said...

Aahh.. I can see them filled up with yummie chocolate easter eggs ;o)
Thank you for sharing how to make the box.

Ellen H. said...

This is a lovely project! I really like the "Scor-Pal", you can make so many things with it.... I only don't have one :D.

xxx
Ellen Haxelmans

Dawn said...

Fabulous project, thanks for sharing!

Melodie said...

Great job! LOVE the idea! Can't wait to make mine.

Ita said...

Hi Julie same name as my daughter,I love this card,so cute and the circle design makes it.
Smiles
Ita from Ireland

tallulah1 said...

Great projects - thanks for the directions and for sharing!!

Melissa said...

Cute project set!

Sonia said...

I love your treat bag and card!

Cheryl Schuessler said...

This little treat box is so cute. I am definitely going to be making these to put treats in for my friends.

khengyan said...

great project...thanks for the directions

jbonomo said...

thank you for the tutorial (curious how you finished the flap though). Beautiful papers. appreciate your sharing!

Nitasha said...

SuperCute projects!

Luanne said...

gorgeous project! so love the colors and design. thanks for the tut

Margaret UY said...

Love the cards in this project....

bailey said...

Love that little paper container! May be perfect for May Day!

Paige Taylor Evans said...

Thanks for the step-by-steps! Makes it so much easier to re-create! I love it!

Sandy said...

Very pretty set! Love the colors of these papers and embellishments. Love the little pouch, too.

Renee Zwirek said...

Thanks for the tutorial...love the treat box!

Cheryl Leong said...

wow... this is beautiful!!!!! a fun way to use scor pal! thanks for sharing

cheryl131091 at yahoo dot com

connie said...

love this little treat box!

Christi said...

cute little gift bags

Marlena M. said...

Beautiful box and card!

Michelle said...

Cute project.

Barb Thompson said...

Cute little treat box. Love the papers on this one. Would love the chance to win!!

Liz O. said...

What a cute pouch, I love this idea, gotta make some soon! TFS. I am a new follower and will try to come back soon!!!
Have a great day
Liz
unikebyyes {at} yahoo { com}

Unknown said...

Your box turned out wonderfully!

Pegg S said...

I love AC thick paper for altered projects like these. I like your treat box - will have to try it out!

Rachelle Olaridge said...

Love your blog. Awesome cards and you created. Time to hop along.Thanks!

LauraP said...

That is so stinkin' cute! I love this idea! Thanks for sharing!

Gail said...

Thanks for the how-to on this great project!!

Sara said...

very nice! I'll have to try out that treat box!

Anonymous said...

Love the treat box!! I will be trying that one soon.

Holly AKA KopyKat said...

Love your treat bags, these are so cute

Caryn S said...

Your set is adorable! Love the colors used and thanks for the tutorial, it looks quite simple.

ArtfullyJune said...

Great project and a great blog hop.

Carol said...

Great project! Thanks for the inspiration!

Carol B
ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com

sclugo said...

Very cute...love the colors of your papers!

Sue D said...

Lovely treat box and card!
slrdowney at hotmail dot com

Michele said...

So cute!

Cathy Fongjoyo said...

ooowww!! what a cute treat box!!! love it!!

Denise van Deventer said...

Such cute projects...really lovely! Beautiful and fresh colours too!

Svetlana said...

Really cute project!!!
Svetlana xx

Nelliebell said...

That is a cute little gift box, and card!!! I will have to lift this for Christmas treats this year because I love to bake and give a little something extra with each present!!!

Jeannine H. said...

Adorable idea!

Стокли said...

Thanks for the tutorial - it looks easy to make=)

Life in Colors said...

Wonderful project, thanks for sharing!!

kate blue said...

nice!