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Creating your own envelopes adds a personal touch to your handmade cards and ensures they fit perfectly. Follow these simple steps to make an envelope using the We R Memory Keepers Envelope Punch Board.
Required Tools & Supplies
Here’s what you’ll need to get started. I've included affiliate links to my favorite products—if you purchase through these links, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my blog!
- Envelope Punch Board – We R Memory Keepers Envelope Punch Board
- Paper or Cardstock of your choice
- Paper Trimmer – Tonic Studios Tim Holtz 12.25 Maxi Guillotine Trimmer
- Bone Folder – Altenew Crafter’s Essentials Bone Folder
- Tape Runner – Spellbinders Refillable Tape Runner
Steps to Make a Handmade Envelope
- Select Your Card Size:
- Use the table printed on the envelope punch board to find your card size.
- Trim Cardstock or Paper:
- Cut your cardstock or paper to the correct size listed for your card size using the paper trimmer.
- Align and Score:
- Align the left edge of your cardstock to the score line measurement for your card size on the punch board.
- Punch and score the paper.
- Rotate and Repeat:
- Rotate the paper 90 degrees counterclockwise.
- Align the score mark with the score guide on the envelope punch board.
- Repeat the punch and score steps for all four corners.
- Fold and Glue:
- Fold along the score lines and use the bone folder to crease the folds sharply.
- Apply adhesive with the tape runner to secure the envelope flaps.
Tips for a Perfect Handmade Envelope
- Round the Corners:
- Use the reverse punch on the envelope punch board to round the corners for a polished look.
Example:
For a 5 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ card, you will need:
- Paper Size: 9″ x 9″
- Score Line: 4 1/2″
By following these steps, you'll have a perfectly crafted envelope that complements your handmade cards. Happy crafting!
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ABOUT AUTHOR
Teri Duncan
Teri has over 30 years of experience as a cardmaker. Her work has appeared in Spellbinders Paper Arts’ blog as well as with some of their products and on Altenew’s blog. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, stained glass, and teaching. She and her husband live in Crystal River, Florida with their three dogs and a cat.
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