Hi Friends! Carly here today for #throwbackthursdays, where we find inspiration in The CLASSroom archives! Today I'm excited to share a fun Halloween project!
We're playing with the Fuse Tool this week in The CLASSroom and one of the best projects I've ever seen using a Fuse Tool is the Hot Li'l Pockets created by Julie. Seriously, her genius knows no bounds! Check it out:
The We R Memory Keepers Fuse & Hot Li'l Pockets
I set out to create a Hot Li'l Pocket for Halloween that contained candy because candy is awesome and Hot Li'l Pockets are fun! Here's what I came up with...
To create this project, start by stamping a sentiment in StazOn ink on a piece of 5-1/2 x 3-1/2 acetate. When ink is dry, insert acetate into the bottom of a storage pocket.
Add fun shaker pieces like sequins, spiders and stars.
Use Fuse Tool to seal pocket above acetate, creating a big shaker pocket. Humble tip from me: I have used a non-stick craft sheet and a glass mat to Fuse but I just picked up a Fuse Mat and it is so much easier to use! I highly recommend adding it to your tool collection. It clings to your table to prevent slipping, has a holster for your Fuse Tool but best of all, the surface helps the Fuse Tool glide along, prevents over or under melted spots.
After the pocket is made, consider decorating the flap. I created some DIY washi tape using another genius article by Julie:
DIY Washi Tape by Julie Ebersole
Making the washi tape is so easy! Cut a piece of double-sided adhesive to fit the flap. I cut mine a to fold over and cover both sides of the flap.
Remove liner paper from one side of adhesive and apply tissue paper to the adhesive, using a bone folder to smooth out any bubbles. Trim away any excess tissue.
Stamp tissue paper and let dry.
Remove remaining liner paper and apply to flap of storage envelope, folding over to cover both sides and trimming away excess.
After the flap is adorned with the DIY washi, fill the pocket with treats!
Then it's time to create a closure. You can fold the flap inside the pocket but I wanted a little more security so I used a small piece of velcro.
Fold up, secure with twine and add a little tag. Then give to someone who deserves a treat!
I can't wait to make more! Wouldn't this be cute for Christmas treats?!
Have a great Thursday!
xo, Carly
