Arts & Entertainment
Craft of the Week: It's Business Time
First impressions are everything. Make a statement with your own, personalized business card holder.
Crafts are a great way to exercise your artistic side but they are also very useful at bringing people together.
Each week, we will post a simple and easy project for your enjoyment. This is a great opportunity for you to reconnect with your friends and family while enjoying a weekly craft night.
It's Time to Get to Work
In today's job market, everyone is trying to stand out. Use this hand-crafted business card holder to start conversations and make lasting impressions. This personalized craft can make a great gift for that new grad or any young professional trying to make it big.
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What You Need
- A computer and printer
- Scissors
- Felt (colors of your choice)
- Chalk, Crayon, or Pencil
- Needle
- Thread (to match your felt/design)
- Sewing Machine (optional)
Step 1
Download the blank template.
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Step 2
Print the template and cut out the shapes.
Step 3
Using chalk, a crayon, or pencil, trace the shapes onto your felt.
Step 4
Use the corresponding letters to help guide you through the next steps.
Step 5
Using chalk, a pencil, or crayon, sketch or trace your desired design onto felt. Cut out your designs.
Step 6
Using your needle and thread, carefully and securely sew your design on to piece A. A cross-stitch works best.
Step 7
Lay piece B onto piece C. Hand sew or use sewing machine to sew along the dotted edges as shown.
Step 8
Lay piece B+C onto piece A. Hand sew or use sewing machine to sew along the dotted edges as shown.
Step 9
Lay piece A+B+C onto piece D to form an envelop. Hand sew or use sewing machine to sew along the dotted edges at the top of the envelop as shown.
Step 10
Insert the tab of the envelop into the flap to close your business card holder.
Step 11
Add your business card into the envelop and enjoy!
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Fun Tip: Decorate your cardholder according to your favorite colors, interests, and hobbies. This can be anything from animals to photography or video games.