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Easy gift bag
Most people have these things on hand. So this is great in a pinch. Perfect for small gifts!
So many ways to put your own spin on it!

Posted by CarolAnnD from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • Published See CarolAnnD's 6 projects »
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  • How to make a gift bag. Paper Gift Bag - Step 1
    Step 1

    Use a sandwich bag or a similarly styled bag purchased from a craft store. You can use stamps on the bag or punch shapes on the edges to jazz it up, whatever you like. You'll need string, yarn or ribbon. A small piece of tape or staple and a gift tag if you like.

  • How to make a gift bag. Paper Gift Bag - Step 2
    Step 2

    Open the bag first (I always forget to do this)close it and then make a few accordion folds. You can add the gift to it now and refold the bag.

  • How to make a gift bag. Paper Gift Bag - Step 3
    Step 3

    Now you need to make a fold at the center of the bag and bring the sides up together. Tape or staple together on the back side and slip your ribbon or yarn through.

  • How to make a gift bag. Paper Gift Bag - Step 4
    Step 4

    Tie into a bow and add a gift tag if you choose to. Beware! Some people like the gift bag more than the gift!

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Glenda A.
Glenda A.
Clever!
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