Double Pocket Bag

For a perfect treat for anyone, fill this easy-to-create bag with cards or cocoa - whatever you can fit!

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Lightly score the 12" X 12" patterned paper at 1" and 11".

   

2. Step 2

   Fold on score line and adhere, showing reverse side of paper.

   

3. Step 3

   Rotate cardstock 90 degrees, then score the 12" side at 3 ½" and 8 ½".

   

4. Step 4

   Fold on score lines.

   

5. Step 5

   Adhere the overlapping part to create a flat tube.

   

6. Step 6

   Score at 4 ¾", 5", and 5 ¼" as shown.

   

7. Step 7

   Fold in half, burnishing folds with bone folder.

   

8. Step 8

   Fold all score lines. The center score line will be folded up toward the center of the bag.

   

9. Step 9

   Place a small amount of Sticky Strip at the center of the bag. Use only a small piece or the bag will not stand as well when finished.

   

10. Step 10

    Adhere bag together. It should stand freely at this point

    

11. Step 11

    Using the horizontal slot punch, punch through just the top layer of folded paper. The punch rests inside of the pocket.

    

12. Step 12

    Thread ribbon through the holes. Here, a small piece of Sticky Strip was used to adhere the ribbon to itself.

    

13. Step 13

    Finish putting the ribbon onto the first side.
    
    Flip the bag over and repeat steps 11 - 12 for the other side of the bag.

    

14. Step 14

    Finish by decorating and embellishing the front of the bag.
    
    The front of the bag measures 5" X 4 3/4" and the base is only about 1/2" thick.

    

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Double Pocket Bag. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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