Birthday Gift Bag and Tag

Hey there! 

When you have a gift for someone do you prefer wrapping it or using a gift bag? 

If you are like me a gift  is the way to go! 

Today I'm sharing a gift bag and tag project over on the

CutCardStock Creative Blog!

 You can easily create these and have an extra special way to present your gift!

I made mine for a birthday gift, but you can adapt for any occasion.

Both the bag and tag are made with card stock from CutCardStock. 

I used Basis WHITE 12 x 12 80lb Cardstock.

 This is one of the White and Ivory Card Stocks on special this month.

I am using a patterned paper from my stash and

chose 2 card stocks to coordinate,

Basis 8.5x11 OLIVE 80lb Card Stock

 Plum Purple 8.5x11 Discount Card Stock.

To construct a 9 x 6 x 3 inch bag, start with two 12 x 12 pieces of card stock. 

Score on 3 sides of both pieces at 3 inches.

 Next I cut from the outside edge along the horizontal score line to the vertical lines on one piece. 

On the second piece cut to remove the outside squares on the bottom.

I want to add a decorative edge to the top of the bag. 

This is done by cutting 2 strips of patterned paper 2 x 12 inches.

 Score at 1 inch along the long side of each strip.

Just a note that it is easier to use a patterned paper versus a card stock.

I punched a border along the 2 inch edge of the patterned paper before adhering to the white pieces.

 The score line goes over the top edge with 2 inches along the outside and 1 inch on the inside.

Now it is time to form the bag by adhering the 2 pieces together. 

This is done by taking the piece with the 2 squares removed and 

adhering the 3 x 6 inch flap onto the center of the other piece between the score lines.

Next fold up the piece just adhered and attach the 2 small flaps to the sides along the inside.

Fold up the other piece and attach both on the outside edges to form the bag.

I punched 2 holes on the front and back about 1 1/2 inches in from both sides and

 about 5/8 of an inch from the top.

I ran ribbon cut to 18 inches through he holes and tied knots. 

This form the handles. I tied my knots on the outside.

 You can tie them on the inside if preferred.

The construction of the bag is complete. 

You can leave it plain or embellish it! 

I prefer to add a little something to mine to dress it up. 

My embellishment piece was created with black ink, 

2 stamps, Basis White Card Stock, Olive Card Stock, Plum Card  and markers.

A tag is a nice touch to a gift bag. 

I cut a 4 x 2 1/2 inch piece of Basis White Card Stock. 

A tag punch was used on the upper edge. 

The corners were rounded. A strip of patterned paper was added to the lower edge.

 I die cut Just for You out of Plum Card Stock. 

Just add your gift and a little tissue paper and you are ready to go!

I hope you like my gift bag and tag project! 

Although my bag measures 9 x 6 x 3 inches you can 

adapt the size of card stock to adjust your size. 

I'm linking up to:

Crafty Creations Challenges - ATG

Through the Craft Room Door - ATG

Crafting Happiness Challenges - ATG

A Bit More Time to Craft - ATG

A Perfect Time to Craft - ATG

Classic Design Challenge - ATG

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge - ATG