Mini Treat Holders No 2
Here are 5 “gold nugget” ideas you could make in just one extra hour today:
1. A Quick Stack of Cards
• Use one sheet of Designer Series Paper (DSP) and cut into panels for 4–5 simple cards.
• Add a stamped sentiment and a ribbon or embellishment.
• Great way to build up your card stash in an hour!
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2. Mini Treat Holders
• Create 4–6 sour cream containers, flat pouches, or tiny gift bags.
• Perfect for chocolates, teabags, or small trinkets.
• They double as gifts for neighbours, teachers, or customers.
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3. Memory Keeping Page
• Grab a favourite photo and create one 12” x 12” scrapbook layout or a double 6” x 8” pocket page.
• Add journaling strips and a few die-cut embellishments.
• One hour is plenty to capture a memory beautifully.
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4. A Sampler or Home Décor Piece
• Make a 9-square sampler (3” x 3” mini designs) on a base cardstock.
• Display in a frame or shadow box.
• It’s quick, impactful, and makes a wonderful gift.
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5. Technique Playtime
• Dedicate one hour to trying a single stamping technique (emboss resist, ink blending, watercolour wash, etc.).
• You’ll end up with a set of pretty backgrounds ready to turn into cards later
Here’s a step-by-step template for making a sour cream container with Designer Series Paper (DSP) or cardstock. These are quick, fun, and perfect for little treats.
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✂️ Sour Cream Container Template
Supplies
• DSP or cardstock (lightweight DSP works best)
• Strong adhesive (Tear & Tape or liquid glue)
• Bone folder
• Scissors or paper trimmer
• Crimper (optional for the ends)
• Small embellishments (tags, ribbon, etc.)
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Measurements
• Start with a piece of DSP 6” x 4.5” (15.2 cm x 11.5 cm)
👉 You can adjust:
• Smaller (4” x 3”) for tiny treats
• Larger (6” x 6”) for a bigger container
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Instructions
1. Form the Tube
• Place the DSP with the long side at the top.
• Apply adhesive along one 4.5” side.
• Roll into a tube and press the seam closed.
2. Seal the Bottom
• Flatten one end of the tube.
• Apply adhesive and press firmly.
• (Optional: use a crimper for a decorative edge).
3. Fill the Container
• Add chocolates, teabags, or small goodies.
4. Seal the Top (Opposite Direction)
• Flatten the top end at a 90° angle to the bottom seam (this gives the classic “twist”).
• Apply adhesive and seal.
5. Decorate
• Punch a hole and add ribbon, or attach a small stamped tag.
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Quick Visual
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| 6” (15.2 cm) |
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| 4.5” (11.5 cm) |
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- Roll along the 4.5” side to form the tube.
- Flatten and seal the ends in opposite directions.
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