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Sunday, December 9, 2012

Holiday Copycat

I pinned this really simple and cute Christmas project from BH&G.

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I have tons of scrapbook paper!  I used Christmas scrapbook paper, but you could use any kind.  The sheet music and text papers would look great for this project, too.  I cut two pieces of paper from one pattern of paper ~ a back and a front.  Size is up to you.  A second paper is cut for the front pocket, which is cut a little shorter than the other two.

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I put all the pieces together and sewed up as far as the pocket.  I wasn’t sure if I was going to put cardboard for stability, but it seemed okay.  To close off the front/back piece I used double-sided tape.

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Of course, I couldn’t just leave it at that and pulled out some ribbon and trim I had.  I got this fun one from Sonya in a swap a couple of years ago.

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I used a couple of Christmas ribbons I had on hand, too.  I think it gives them a nice finished look. 

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I used a couple of tags that came in the Christmas scrap pad on a couple to write either “Merry Christmas” or the person’s name.

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If I make more of these, I think I will cut the tops with the craft scissors I have with different cuts {i.e. scallop, victorian}.  I think that would look pretty, too.

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All set to give out to whoever ~ students if you’re a teacher, the postal carrier, UPS or Fedex driver, use them as place settings at your table, gift package toppers.  I’m sure the list could go on and on.

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Linking up to

Holiday Copycat Challenge at Debbiedoos

 

31 comments:

  1. how cute are these?! love the pockets, kathy! tfs:)

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  2. Super cute Kathy! So glad you are joining me later on this evening. Thank you.

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  3. I too am a scrapbook paper scrap keeper. This is a great idea!

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  4. These caught my eye too. Very cute. I got some holiday paper just for making these and then used them on something else. I need to get some more so I can make these! Your turned out very cute. Especially the one with the fringe tassels! Love the simple ideas!

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  5. They look so cute and fast to make.
    Thanks Kathy for sharing the treat pockets!

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  6. This is so cute. I love that you used ribbons and fringe on them. Adorable. Hugs, Marty

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  7. So cute. what a good idea for someone that you want to give something little too. You did a good job on yours, for sure.

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  8. These are darling and I have scrapbook paper, too! Great job! Love your new banner, too!

    XO,
    Jane

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  9. Oh Kathy, yours turned out so cute! I have them pinned too!! My plans are to make them for my grandsons' classmates....we'll see if I have the time before they let out for Christmas. Enjoy your Sunday, Gail

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  10. These are sooo stinkin' cute, Kathy.
    I LOVE the way yours turned out.
    xo bj

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  11. I like yours better than BHG!! Great idea for a little gift! Love the tassels!

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  12. These are so cute - I made these 2 years ago and used them to hold silverware at the dinner table - I put names on them, too

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  13. These Christmas pockets are wonderful :)
    I feel very honored that you want to pin my "Top Hat". I am having a Give-Away" next week, so please put a link back to my blog, when you use it :)
    Have a wonderful day.
    Your blogging sister, Connie :)

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  14. Hi Kathy! This is so cute! I love this idea.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  15. Very, very cute and so affordable to make for all of those little extras you need to have around.

    Judy

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  16. Kathy these are so cute and you did a great job with the decorating them. These could be used for so many things!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  17. So cute - love 'em! Mary

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  18. Kathy- That is a really, really cute idea. Thanks for sharing it here- xo Diana

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  19. So cute! Great for gift cards or $$ or some other little special thing. Love your trim on it.

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  20. adorable and so creative.. love your gift bags~!

    come see me:) I copied YOU~!!

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  21. So cute, what a great idea.Yours turned out great!

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  22. These are so cute, Kathy!! Love them.
    Mary Alice

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  23. That was a great copycat challenge.I love the idea of using them for silverware at place settings... thanks for sharing!

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  24. Oh Kathy,

    I think yours are so much cuter! I love the scrapbook paper you used and I love the tassels!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  25. What a great idea. I could see making these into placecards for the kids on Christmas Eve. I may be copying you. :)

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  26. I liked the one you copied from too, but you really kicked it up a notch by adding the darling ribbons to yours! My favorites are the ones with the tassled ribbon. Super cute! (pssst...I have a hoarded too much scrapbook paper over the years and Christmas ones are my weakness)

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I always enjoy reading your comments! Kathy