The Try a New Technique Challenge at SCS this week was to make a Tea Bag Holder.
I found these yummy packets of Gourmet Cider, so I modified the template so these would fit.
My ceder packet measured 5" by 3 1/2", so I cut a strip of cardstock 5 1/2" x 12". I scored the strip at 4" and 8" and folded it in thirds. I had to trim the inner folded page slightly to get a nice tight fold.
I mentioned that I had this Secret Place stamp from Paper Bag Studios on my wish list. I bought myself an early Christmas present and it (along with lots of other great images) arrived in the mail today. I love the sentiment – Within your heart, keep one still secret spot where dreams may go. It is stamped in ColorBox Warm Green on Basic Grey Mortifica DP I tied the pocket closed with some sparkly gold ribbon. The ribbon will easily slide off the bottom.
I used a two-sided cardstock to provide contrast between the pocket and the inside (this one is 5" tall due to a mis-cut on my part). The right panel is trimmed from corner to corner and the bottom of the pocket is attached with a thin strip of super-strong tape. I left the inside of my tea holder blank, so I could write a note on the inside flap. I may add a little decoration to the pocket before I put it in the mail.
These are great little gifts to put in the mail.