Shirt Case

This shirt case is perfect for a handkerchief or necktie. Write a message on a small label or card and place inside the case.

Approximate Time: 15 minutes

Supplies:

• 8 1/2x11 inch lightweight cardstock
• patterned paper
• glue
• pencil
• ruler
• craft knife
• scissors
• finished size: 4x10 3/8 inches

Instructions:

1. Make a pocket from lightweight cardstock.
2. Snip the upper edge of pocket at the front center, 1 inch long. Then fold to make a collar.
3. Using a pencil, draw a necktie shape from patterned paper. Cut it out.
4. For added dimension, trace the top part of the necktie; trim and glue on top of that.
5. Glue the necktie to the case and then glue the collar.

Note: You can adapt the design to create a shirt bag. You can also use various types of paper such as scrapbooking paper or wrapping paper.

By Maricel from Fairfax, VA