Red Rubber Designs: End of School

Hi All,

This week the theme at Red Rubber Designs is "End of School".  I thought a teacher's Thank You gift would fit the theme.

I made a purse shaped card, a fun shape with a surprise inside.  I used Cha Cha patterned cardstock - the pattern and shape of the purse is somewhat retro.

The closure for the purse is a yellow fabric flower, green button and flower shaped gem.  I used a self-adhesive velcro fastener to keep the purse closed.  And here is the surprise inside...

It is a combination pop up card and gift card holder.  Isn't it a cool idea?  I color scheme for this card was based on the gift card I had.  Both patterned papers are from the Cha Cha collection.  I decided to put the brighter pattern inside because I have purses with fun fabric liners.  That was my inspiration there.

I saw the idea HERE but put my own twist on it.  There are lots of great ideas on this site.  It is amazing what Google will find for you - I searched "gift card holder ideas".

It is 2 pieces that I sewed together creating a pocket for the gift card.  A square or rectangular version would be easier, but the purse shape wasn't bad.

It is a 4.25" high and 5.5" wide at the bottom - normal A2 size.  The flap that creates the pocket is 1.5".  The front flap of the purse is 2".  I cut and scored the 2 pieces then folded and lined everything up like it would be when put together.  Then, at the top fold I marked 1" in from the edge on either side.  I cut from that mark to the bottom corner - cutting all the layers so the angles all match up perfect.  

I used a couple of tags from the Cha Cha collection die cut sheet for the sentiment.  The stamp set is For Everything.  This is a great set.  I use the 'Thank You' a lot.

I think this is a fun idea for any occasion.  The possibilities are endless.

Supplies --

Challenges:

Willow Sketchie - 3 eyelets
Shelly's Images - Anything Goes
Craft Us Crazy - Flowers
Wags 'n Whiskers - Anything Goes
Prairie Fairy Fridays - Anything with Flowers
Crafts 4 Eternity - Something New
Card Crafter's Circle - Stitches
Scrappy Frogs - Shape it Up 
The Craft Place - Anything but square or rectangle
Make it Monday - Anything Goes

Thanks for stopping by...

Blessings,

Deb