Holder for cards ?
 

Not sure if this is the proper place to ask this so if not, sorry, just not sure where to....
I want "something" to hold only 6 cards & envies - cards are 4 1/4 X 5 1/2. I see tons of boxes, purses, folios, etc here, but in your opinion, which would be the best "fit"? Thanks for your opinions

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This is my favorite:

http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...t=3815&si=tote

It holds eight cards but you could just make six.

This one is also great for just six cards:

http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...rd%20portfolio

I have made both and really like them. HTH!

--Ruthie

Thank you, I appreciate your response. I like the tote and did find some instructions. I made a box with a clear lid so may go that way too.

My go-to for this is a 6 card and envy holder that was posted 2 years ago by Cindy Lyles (StarLitStudio). I can't find the thread (easily), and I 've spent 30 minutes looking. Attached is a Word doc I made with the directions and template on it, and below are links to my gallery with the sets I made 2 Christmases ago for teachers:

http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...0&ppuser=33711

http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...0&ppuser=33711

Good luck!

Thank you Jeanne, that is lovely!

I know that PaperTreyInk has card holders that are clear boxes. Very professional looking. I'm not sure of the size though, but I'm sure it tells.

Try this link-
http://www.papertreyink.com/paper.html

HTH! :)

Those are like I made from transparency sheets....hard to score & fold though to make too many, and had trouble with fingerprints LOL

Hi! www.clearbags.com also has lots of different envelopes and containers you can look through - I just got some nice acrylic boxes that have stretchy clear elastics to hold them closed - that's where I buy all my card envelopes too - the more you buy the cheaper per item cost

Thanks, I have that site in my fav's, but being in Canada they would never get here in time. I am hoping to make one myself....kinda like a pouch just to hold 6 cards & envies

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Hi.......My vote is to make the boxes yourself. It's the finishing touch to the entire project. Store bought just doesn't cut it (in my opinion). You could make the box as simple as making an envelope with a bottom to it (I think it's called a gusset). Make the envelope out of the heaviest cardstock you can find that matches your cards and envelopes. Remember to allow extra space for the envelopes which would be approximately a 1/4 inch larger L and W. You could tie the box/envelope closed with a satin ribbon to coordinate or make a die cut of one of the simplier designs from the cards.

There are lots of simple templates on the internet and also many manufacturers that have plastic templates for both envelopes and boxes. EK Success has a system that makes any kind of envelope or box with simple adjustments. Cost is about $30, but well worth it. Also simple Colluzzle templates are available in a range of prices.

Patti

Here is the link to the template by Cindy Lyles
http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...14&postcount=1

ANd her sample in the gallery

http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...00&ppuser=6097

If you just want to make a quick pouch, you can use the clear Stampin' Up cello bags and stamp a nice matching cardstock topper for it: fold a piece of cardstock in half the same width of the bag and staple it on. Make it fancier with dimemsional punched stamps and ribbons. Quick and easy.

May just have to do that as I am currently having major problems with my hand and find it very hard to score & fold. Was disappointed as I wanted to make Cindy's pouch, but the bag idea will work nice too. Thanks everyone for your great ideas, appreciate it.

Where is the pattern &/or dimensions for the "tote" that is shown with the osw? That would be perfect for my coffee group gift! Thanks!

These are great examples. Does anyone know if there is a tutorial for a box with a lid that I could make for my cards to go in? I made sets of 10.

Wow, funny you should ask! I was at AC Moore last night with some girlfriends and one of them made a set of cards for her niece and she was looking for a box to hold them for a gift. She bought a rectangle cheesebox, you know the very thin wood ones, for $2. She is going to cover it with matching paper, then she bought an inexpensive small monogram letter to paint and glue on the top! It was so pretty unpainted I can't wait to see how it comes out! Also while I was there in the next isle they had small wood boxes that kinda looked like die cut paper bags that were flat, about 41/2" wide by5"high and 2" deep. I bought a couple for card gifts and they were only a dollar! I hope it helps.

These are the set-up type (top lifts off like a gift box) and crystal clear. Cards and envelopes fit perfectly!
http://www.shop.stampbystep.com/prod...&productId=724

I make a simple holder using a 6x6 page protector (cut off the holes) and mount it on a 6 1/4 x 11 sheet of card stock that has been scored to make a flap... use sticky strip or tacky tape or ATG gun to adhere, putting a coordinating stamped sheet or designer paper inside to "hide" the adhesive... I have held 5 or 6 cards and envies in one of these... lots of ways to embellish and/or close... cheap and VERY easy, and reuse-able... even after the cards are gone!

Hope this helps... I will see if I can find a sample. I just gave mine away! I usually do this with a class as a way to make a coordinating set of cards and holder from a one-sheet-wonder... VERY little cutting, measuring, folding and adhering... and nice "bang for the buck" to boot!

Here is a sample...
http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...r%20gift%20bag
and a link to a discussion about making one...
http:////www.splitcoaststampers.com/...otector+holder
Super fun and easy... and not a lot of stuff to buy (usually) Love that~

Thank you Julie, I appreciate that very much.

Joy that was a good idea and it doesn't look too hard to make either, which I like.

I just thought I would let you know that www.clearbags.com is in California

BUT www.clearbags.ca is in Strathroy, Ontario, Canada I have been there several times and that is where I get my sleeves to hold individual cards when I sell them. They also have clear boxes, envelopes etc. LOTS of stuff!! This link will take you right to the clear boxes.....hope this helps
http://www.clearbags.ca/products.php...0Clear%20Boxes

Thank you, I didn't realize that! There seem to be no prices on the site (none that I could find) so do you have to call to get those?

trulyblessed.......From reading the site, it appears that you must order by telephone or e-mail. Then they would give you the pricing. Seems kinda strange that way, but......

If you look at the US site, perhaps the pricing on that site would give you some idea of what it might cost you.

For the US site, I don't think their prices are bad even for ordering in small quantity. I would order individually, in my case.

Patti

Thanks, I will call. I did order some clear boxes from a blog and got them in time to send my cards, but it's nice to find Canadian supply sites for future.