Crimped Envelope Pocket Card

by Theresa Momber

Create a pouch out of a regular envelope.

Supplies

  • A2 size Envelope
  • Paper Trimmer
  • Crimper
  • Adhesive
  • Stamps>>(Gina K. stamp set A Year of Flowers used here)
  • Cardstock (for insert)

Step-by-Step

  1. Step 1

    Seal the envelope.

    Use your paper trimmer to cut 1 1/4" from one of the short sides of the envelope.

    The narrow piece will be the topper and the larger piece will be the crimped pocket portion of the card.

  2. Step 2

    Decorate both pieces with stamps, keeping in mind that the bottom piece will be crimped and the images may be slightly distorted.

  3. Step 3

    Place the larger piece into the crimping tool with the opening to the side, and crimp.

  4. Step 4

    Add stamped/cut images, die cuts and embellishments as desired.

  5. Step 5

    To create the insert, cut a piece of card stock to 4" by 4 1/4".

    For a layered look, cut additional pieces slightly smaller.

  6. Step 6

    Stamp and embellish insert as desired.

  7. Step 7

    As a variation you can scale the project down to create gift card holder.

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Crimped Envelope Pocket Card. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

Questions and Comments

We'd love to get your feedback or questions. Leave your comment below.

I have just crimped 60 envelopes for this project...my daughter's Bridal Shower. Why did most of my envelopes have an uncrimped area in the middle of the envelope...obvious answer back flap of envelope...too much paper. How do I combat this issue in the future? I love the card!!!!
Debbie
Sunshine547580  |  Sun Feb 22, 2009 at 8:38 PM
Debbie - I am not sure what to think. I didn't have anything like that happen. Are the envelopes you used very thick? I've only tried it with the typical cardmaker envelopes like you find at Michaels. I would suggest trying a few different thicknesses of envelopes or if you know someone else that has a crimper, maybe you could try it with theirs. Maybe keeping tighter pressure on the crimper???
Theresa Momber  |  Mon Feb 23, 2009 at 4:26 PM
So does the crimping make that section of the envelope just a wee bit smaller so the uncrimped end section just slides on?
LeeH  |  Thu Feb 26, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Lee - Yes, that is exactly right. I have seen some people use their Cuttlebug embossing folders for the same effect.
Theresa Momber  |  Thu Feb 26, 2009 at 12:32 PM
Wonderful tutorial and gorgeous sample, Theresa!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
Rose Ann  |  Wed Mar 4, 2009 at 7:15 PM
Thanks, I just like it!!
jogry  |  Thu Mar 5, 2009 at 2:38 PM
Ingenious! Luv it! thanks for showing me.

Q: the topper is put on after, to seal in the insert?? or not ??
bluemoon  |  Sun Mar 8, 2009 at 8:35 AM
BlueMoon,

Think of the topper as a lid. It will close your Envelope up. Don't tape it though or the recipient will have to rip the envelope open to get to the card.
beate  |  Sun Mar 8, 2009 at 11:33 AM
Patti J how do you use your cuttlebug?
southpaw  |  Wed Mar 11, 2009 at 9:33 AM
I just love your envelope/card! My SU demonstrator had us do something similar with a business size card but it was a little different. We did it as a make-n-take so it wasn't nearly as decorated as yours... but it was fun! I hope to get a chance to make one similar to yours soon.

I also love the one that your sister, Brenda, made. You two sisters are so talented! grin
Nancy Jensen  |  Tue Mar 17, 2009 at 10:30 AM
Love ,Love it. Great colors,and design. I will try it.
Sandra Sellers  |  Wed May 6, 2009 at 5:48 AM
I found some gold envelopes at xmas time that made beautiful gift card holders. I have also added a punched border around the top. Used punched flowers and butterflies for accent.
Sandy  |  Wed Jul 15, 2009 at 12:58 PM
Theresa.
Oh, by the way...my daughter's wedding shower invitations turned out beautifully. I received many compliements on them. Many said that was a lot of work...I simply said it was, but well worth the work!
Deebi  |  Wed Jul 15, 2009 at 3:27 PM
Sandy, that is a wonderful idea to use the gold envelopes! Thanks for sharing that.

Deebi, thanks for letting me know! I would love to see them!
Theresa  |  Wed Jul 15, 2009 at 3:38 PM
hello, I am new to the wonderful world of different techniques. Can you tell me what you used to color the edges of the envelope and card and how you did it. I'm assuming that it was pastels, which I did, but didn't get the same results~HELP!!! thx so much
Denise  |  Mon Jul 20, 2009 at 3:29 AM
Hi Denise. I sponged the edges of the envelope using Regal Rose ink from SU. Then I stamped the leaves before crimping. Hope that helps. smile
Theresa  |  Mon Jul 20, 2009 at 3:33 AM
Hi Theresa, thank you for the nice comment on my blog, I really love your card it's beautiful and I think this is an awesome project. How clever to use an envelope and crimp the bottom to fit, it's wonderful!!
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Zimmerman30RUTHIE  |  Wed Apr 21, 2010 at 4:50 PM
I love you card. I also love the grass stamp. Who is the maker if you remember. Thanks for sharing. Pam
Pam Speck  |  Wed May 26, 2010 at 3:48 AM
Hi, Pam. Thank you! The grass stamp in the video is from a set called Hang In There, from Gina K Designs.
Theresa  |  Wed May 26, 2010 at 4:39 AM

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