Matchbook Candy Holder

Create a card shaped like a matchbook.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   
   Score a 5 3/4" x 2 3/8" piece of cardstock at 2 1/4", 2 1/2", 2 3/4", 5", 5 1/4", and 5 1/2".

   

2. Step 2

   Make mountain and valley folds as shown and adhere.
   
   This is the pocket insert.

   

3. Step 3

   Score the 7 3/8" x 2 3/4" piece of cardstock at 3", 3 1/2", and 6 3/4".
   
   Make your folds to the outside, add the pocket insert and fold over the small flap.
   
   Optional:
   You could use decorative staples to secure the pocket at this point instead of adding the brads, if you would like.

   

4. Step 4

   Add a narrow piece of tape to the 1/2" flap and place the pocket insert as shown and adhere the flap to the insert.
   
   Avoid applying adhesive close to the edge or the top flap won’t be able to tuck inside when the project is completed.

   

5. Step 5

   After adhering the insert, open the matchbook up and pierce for brad placement.
   
   Then insert the brads.

   

6. Step 6

   Turn it over and spread the prongs of your brads.
   
   Add some adhesive tape over the brad prongs and press back into place.

   

7. Step 7

   Add stamped layers and embellish the inside as desired. Card stock cut to 2" x 1 3/4" will fit perfectly on the inside.

   

8. Step 8

   Decorate your matchbook holder. 2 1/2" card stock squares will fit the front.

   

Video!

Your Turn

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