Do you have several celebrations this month? Are you wrapping a gift or giving a gift card? We used this one gift card layout for two graduations this weekend. One got a gift card inside. The other got what Ann calls “quiet money”. I’m sure you know what it is – that green folding stuff.

It wasn’t planned that way. It just worked out that way. But we’re pretty sure they were well received. In fact, my favorite huMAN said that one put a pretty big smile on the graduate’s face.

The patterned paper and the gift card inside are the real features here. They didn’t even have any bling added and they were a hit!

Starting with this Bright One

Gift Card Layout
Gift Card Layout

This one was made for a middle school graduate that Ann and my favorite huMAN go to church with. Red was one of her school colors. We think the colors were red and black but weren’t sure.

I just love how the paper makes it look like the sun is rising.

Here are the things she used that are unique to this card. (We’ll put all the common ones at the end.)

One for the High School Grad

This was for someone that usually sits behind Ann and my favorite huMAN on Sundays. While Ann doesn’t sit in the exact same seat, they do sit in the same general area.

Where do you sit?

Gift Card Layout
Gift Card Layout

Did you know that we give you 5 easy layouts to help you make cards when you join our mailing list? They’re great to use when you’re a little short on ideas.

Here’s what we used that are unique to this card:

They’re really easy to make. Just score the 4-1/4″ x 11″ cardstock at 2″ and 5-1/2″. Take your favorite circle or oval punch and punch a dip in the short end to make it easier to pull the card out. That’s optional but we like the way it looks and works.

The Designer Series Paper is 4″ tall and 3-1/4″ wide.

Be sure you have your bone folder out and burnish (rub) the folds. Fold the 2″ section in. We liked using Tear & Tape on the edges to hold the pocket together.

I’m pretty sure we made a version of this card at one of our Stamp & Play events. That’s where everyone is on a Zoom call and makes a project along with Ann using supplies they have on hand at home (or whatever they are). Then they play some games and Ann gives away gift certificates for Stampin’ Up! products.

I’m barking about that because tomorrow is the last day that you can get in on Thursday night’s event. You can register here.

You Can Make This Gift Card Holder

But I’ll bet that you’d like to know what we used for supplies.

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Here are the items we used on both cards.

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