Even though I’m oddly horrible at wrapping presents (no, really, just horrible), I’m still a believer in the power of packaging. So I was happy to try out some sample packaging when Michelle of the etsy shop It’s in the Bag contacted me. I love the concept of taking a plain, simple favor bag and dressing it up. Michelle clearly has scrapbooking skills I’m seriously lacking (check out her blog HERE). So with my sample bags, I stuck with something simple to match my simple cutting and gluing skills.
I’m no stranger to monsters on this blog. See here and here, for example. But what really inspired me? These awesome brownies from my co-editor, Amanda, over at my other gig.
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And just for you, I made a free printable with all kinds of monster faces so you can make your own.
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how to make monster favor bags
you will need:
assorted paper or glassine bags
what to do:
Print out the monster faces. Cut out the shapes. Use the glue stick to stick on the bags. Fill the bag with candy. That’s it.
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tips:
I used the goblin monsters on the bags with the windows. You know, like they were trying to get the candy? I hope that was obvious. Mix and match the eyes and noses and mouths as you wish. You can also use the cut outs to wrap mini candy bars. I cut a strip of construction paper, glued it around a mini candy bar, and glued the faces on.
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2 Comments
Those are so cute! What a fun way to dress up treats
Just wanted to say, Thanks for the great free printable. My 8 year old loved them and used them for her class treats. Here what she did: http://www.flickr.com/photos/2becreative/5228655499/in/set-72157625520472392/