Recycle Envelopes into gift bags

I don't think I'm the only one that has extra envelopes from the stack of greeting cards I sent? These could also be made from received envelopes.

1. Trim off one end of the sealed envelope.

2. Create a fold crease (both forward and back) and the uncut end of the envelop

3. Open envelop from cut end.

4. Fold corners into envelop seam.

5. Use double-sided tape to secure corners to base of the new "bag".

6. Stand and fill.

7. Decorate (this is a lesson learned - easier to decorate before assembling)

8. I sealed the top of the envelop with double-sided tape.

For another way to make a gift bag from an envelop to create a more square shaped bag - see the great tutorial on How About Orange...

These are great for small gifts like the little items I'm taking to a "Favourite Things" party tonight...should be fun.