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I used Scotch double sided tape on mine (didn't have the ATG at the time) and I made about 125 of them. If you have the Red line tape it should hold them. I'm really surprized that the ATG tape didn't hold. I love that stuff.
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I just used standard 20 lb bond computer paper. I made 2-3 dozen at Christmas and closed them with my ATG but I also crimped the edge like it showed in the tutorial and they all stayed just fine. Maybe if you burnished the edge after you close it?
I actually use colored staples. I made many for Halloween for the kids and they loveds them. I used gold, purple and green staples. For Christmas I used red & green.
Sour cream comes in containers the same size and shape. If you order a baked potato from a cafeteria (:confused: ) or fast food- it will come in these. It's just like a single serving size of sour cream. Next time your at Wendy's just ask to see the container- then order fries and a Frosty!;)
3girls1guy.......Thanks for the explanation. I've only gotten my sour cream in a small paper cup or on the potatoe or container from the supermarket. I guess I'm strange, but never go to fast food places. I'll have to ask someone to get me one.
3girls1guy.......Thanks for the explanation. I've only gotten my sour cream in a small paper cup or on the potatoe or container from the supermarket. I guess I'm strange, but never go to fast food places. I'll have to ask someone to get me one.
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I have never gotten is this way either--I have just seen juice pops in this type of container.
I made a bunch for Valentines Day and still have my "sample" sitting here on my desk (there's no candy in it, or it wouldn't still be sitting here)!! I just used Duck brand double stick permanent tape because that's what my Wally World had in the way of double stick tape when I went shopping. It's holding just fine with the crimped egdes, but the one I didn't crimp wouldn't stay closed!
I made a bunch for a craft fair. The designer paper is the right weight. Regular cardstock is too heavy. I used the red line tape (which is pretty expensive) and then crimped the edges.
Some held together well - so well it was hard to get them open to get out the goodies!
Some had small openings.
Lots of work when doing so many.
What is red line tape? I don't make these containers but when I try to put paper on top of paper that I have embossed with my cuttlebug, it won't stay.
What is red line tape? I don't make these containers but when I try to put paper on top of paper that I have embossed with my cuttlebug, it won't stay.
It is super sticky double sided tape that has a red liner that you have to peel off.
SU! carries some, as does Michaels--and probably many other places.
Scrappy glue!!!!!!!!! I haven't found ANYTHING this stuff won't hold on, keep down, or stick to. It's awesome. Fast drying and dries clear. Love it love it! On my 3rd bottle...
What is red line tape? I don't make these containers but when I try to put paper on top of paper that I have embossed with my cuttlebug, it won't stay.
You can buy it in large quantities from Taylored Expressions - it comes on a LARGE roll. The only difference is that the backing is white instead of red - works just as well!
You can buy it in large quantities from Taylored Expressions - it comes on a LARGE roll. The only difference is that the backing is white instead of red - works just as well!
I made about 50 of these for party favors and used the designer series paper from SU, cardstock is to heavy. Used sticky strip also from SU and my crimper but they still had a tendancy to come open at the party (outdoors, humidity was a factor) when I ran out of sticky strip I turned to my 2 Way Glue Pen from SU, used the crimper and not a single one of these have come open to this day (leftovers, the party was the last weekend of June). HTH
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I made a sample container today for a friend who wants me to make 100 of them for an event. It only takes a few minutes to make but I wonder how long will it take me to make 100. LOL
I made sets of covered matchbooks (the slide open wooden match kind) for Christmas gifts and the one that I kept for me keeps coming unglued. I wonder if this is because I used the acid free tape. Does anyone know if the bond with the acid free is as strong as the non-acid free tape? I have read on this site that the ATG is so strong that nothing ever comes apart, but that has not been my experience.
So that's what that crimper is used for...HAHAHA I've had it for over a year and crimped some paper once. I didn't really like the look of it and it's been sitting in one of my craft drawers marinating.
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I'm so glad Jennifer bumped this thread up. I was ready to mass produce bunches. I may experiment with various tapes and glues. I don't have to have the bulk done until February. Thanks for all the suggestions.