This is a quick rubber stamping project which is ideal for customizing and adapting. The simple gift bag uses basic rubber stamping techniques such as using heat embossing as a resist. The all over stamped design gives an attractive finish to the bag. This bag can be made in a whole variety of styles and finished with a ribbon as shown or by folding the top over and fastening this with a pretty embellishment.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: Quick
Here's How:
- This is a simple bag to create. Take a look at Gift Bag Instructions, for step by step instructions including a printable template. Decorate the bag BEFORE cutting and folding the paper, the bag in the picture is decorated using heat embossing as a resist.
The instructions for this simple rubber stamping technique can be found at this 'how to' article. A large medallion stamp (make unknown) has been used to create a large all-over design.
For more information about using templates for rubber stamping projects take a look at this article about how to get the most from templates - When the paint is dry, create the bag and punch two holes at the top of the front and back panels. Thread the ribbon through the holes and knot on the inside to stop the ribbon from pulling through the holes.
- Design ideas:
- These bags are ideal for use as wedding favors. Use a silver or gold embossing powder with a pale pearlescent paint.
- Instead of an all-over design, strategically stamp a feature image onto the center of the bag.
- Add embellishments to further decorate the bags.
Tips:
- Practice on scrap paper first
- Make a stamping guide by lightly marking the paper with pencil
- If you are making the bags in advance, store the bags flat to keep them flat and free from damage
What You Need:
- Paper - plain paper is best for this project
- Rubber stamp as required
- Embossing powder
- Embossing or slow drying ink
- Heat gun
- Ribbon for handles
- Glue
- Paints
- Paint brushes
