Last weekend my Sister and Aunts hosted a Baby Shower for me. I wanted to do something special for them as a Thank You/Hostess Gift. It’s always a challenge to think of a small gift that is special, personal and something that they’ll actually use. I wanted it to be something that I made… at least part of it. Since we were traveling back to KC for the shower, baked goods weren’t really an option (we aren’t bag checkers). I made a stop to my favorite spot for homemade goods supplies that don’t look homemade – Paper Source. My plan was to make personalized stationery sets and personalized “From the Kitchen Of…” labels. When I found these Vera Bradley lunchboxes, I thought they’d be the perfect ‘package’ and useful, too. Baby Shower Hostess Gift : – Stationery Set – From the Kitchen Of Labels – Lunch Bag
For 4 sets of 10 Personalized Stationery (card & envelopes), you’ll need : – 1 pack of Lux Cream Cover (contains 10 sheets of cardstock) – 4 packs of A2 envelopes (contains 10 envelopes each) from Paper-Source – Printer – Paper cutter – Ribbon (for wrapping) To create the Stationery Template, use a graphics design program (I use InDesign), Word or PowerPoint document divided into 4 equal sections (each being 5.5″w x 4.25″t fit on one 8.5″x11″ page). Put the initials or name of each person on the top margin (about 1/2 inch from top) of each card. Print onto Lux Cream Cover and cut using a paper cutter to 5.5″ x 4.25″.
This straight edge paper cutter ($19.50) from Paper-Source has been my saving grace for so so so many projects. Straight cuts really help to make professional looking paper crafts. It is definitely worth the $20 investment! Cut it length-wise in half…
Then in half again.
I use this thin satin ribbon from Paper-Source to wrap each set of cards and envelops.
Flip it over and twist, bringing the sides up over the top and bottom…
Flip over again and tie a bow. I really like how the thick textured paper looks – it gives it a professional quality.
Coming Soon : how I made the “From the Kitchen Of…” Labels here using Paper-Source adhesive labels.
Here is all of my gift supplies ready to be assembled.
I am really pleased how they turned out! Have I inspired you? If you have a hostess gift to put together, click below to all of the items on sale at Paper-Source!