How to Make a Paper Money Pouch
Cut a sheet of paper down to 8¼ by 7 inches (20.96 by 17.78 centimeters).You can use any type of paper you like, but if you wish to give this as a gift to someone, consider using cardstock., Orient the paper vertically, with one of the narrow edges...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Cut a sheet of paper down to 8¼ by 7 inches (20.96 by 17.78 centimeters).You can use any type of paper you like
It will give you a more professional look. -
Step 2: but if you wish to give this as a gift to someone
If you are working on patterned paper, make sure that the blank side is facing up.
This will be the inside of the pouch. , Use a ruler and a pencil to lightly sketch the line.
This will be your folding line.
If you are using cardstock, you can score the line lightly instead to make it easier to fold., This will be your second folding line.
Remember to use a ruler and a pencil.The bottom of the paper will be inside your money pouch.
If you'd like to make it more fancy, you can cut the edge at a slight angle. , You can use a glue stick or double-sided tape to do this.
Leave the top edge alone, or you won't be able to put any money inside.
For a crisper finish, run your fingernail along the fold to sharpen the crease.
If you don't have any glue or double-sided tape, you can use regular tape or even a stapler.
This won't give you a very neat finish, however, but it will do if you just need something to hold your money. , Do not glue it down.
Instead, run your fingernail along the edge to make the crease sharper.
For a neater finish, unfold the flap, and erase the pencil marks you drew earlier.
This way, they won't be visible when you open the pouch to take the money out. , If you'd like to give the pouch as a gift, you can write a "To:" and "From:" on the back, followed by the person's name and your name.
You can also decorate the edges of the pouch with washi tape or glitter glue, and tie it off with a piece of baker's twine. -
Step 3: consider using cardstock.
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Step 4: Orient the paper vertically
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Step 5: with one of the narrow edges facing you.
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Step 6: Measure down 3 inches (7.62 centimeters) from top edge
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Step 7: and draw a horizontal line across the page.
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Step 8: Measure down another 3 inches (7.62 centimeters)
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Step 9: and draw another horizontal line across the page.
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Step 10: Fold up along bottom line
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Step 11: and secure both side edges.
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Step 12: Fold down along the top line.
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Step 13: Insert some money into the envelope
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Step 14: and fold the top flap down again.
Detailed Guide
It will give you a more professional look.
If you are working on patterned paper, make sure that the blank side is facing up.
This will be the inside of the pouch. , Use a ruler and a pencil to lightly sketch the line.
This will be your folding line.
If you are using cardstock, you can score the line lightly instead to make it easier to fold., This will be your second folding line.
Remember to use a ruler and a pencil.The bottom of the paper will be inside your money pouch.
If you'd like to make it more fancy, you can cut the edge at a slight angle. , You can use a glue stick or double-sided tape to do this.
Leave the top edge alone, or you won't be able to put any money inside.
For a crisper finish, run your fingernail along the fold to sharpen the crease.
If you don't have any glue or double-sided tape, you can use regular tape or even a stapler.
This won't give you a very neat finish, however, but it will do if you just need something to hold your money. , Do not glue it down.
Instead, run your fingernail along the edge to make the crease sharper.
For a neater finish, unfold the flap, and erase the pencil marks you drew earlier.
This way, they won't be visible when you open the pouch to take the money out. , If you'd like to give the pouch as a gift, you can write a "To:" and "From:" on the back, followed by the person's name and your name.
You can also decorate the edges of the pouch with washi tape or glitter glue, and tie it off with a piece of baker's twine.
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Jerry Murray
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