This page was last updated on 02/28/97.

Pocket Idea

I got this fantastic idea from one of my stamp pals. I'm so lucky to have wonderful stamp pals that love to share great stamping ideas.

This card is so easy and quick to make. And it's a great gift idea, too. You can create a "pocket" with a stamp image and tuck in different stamped gifts for your friend. Ideas include pins, magnets, earrings, and key chains. After your friend takes out the gift, there will still be a stamped card for your friend to admire.

Select a stamp to use as a "pocket." Stamp it on a scrap piece of cardstock. Color and cut out.

Decide what scene you would like your friend to see after she removes her "gift" from the pocket. Stamp the scenery on a notecard. Double stick tape the side edges and bottom of your pocket to the completed scenery. (Make sure not to double stick tape the top of the pocket.)

Make your "gift." I stamped on a scrap cardstock, colored, cut out, and laminated the image. I then punched a hole on the top of the laminated image and put the key chain on. (Assorted key chains may be purchased at craft shops.) Insert the gift into the pocket.

You're done! Send it to your special friend.