Things You'll Need:
- Holiday cotton fabric 1/2 inch-wide matching fabric ribbon Scissors Sewing machine Gift tags Hole puncher
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Step 1
Lay your fabric out on your work surface. Cut out a 5-by-12-inch rectangle. Turn under 1/4 inch on each short side, pin, and machine stitch to form a hem. Remove pins as you sew.
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Step 2
Fold fabric in half lengthwise with right sides together. Pin the sides only and machine stitch 1/4 inch along each side, leaving the top open. Remove pins as you sew. Turn right side out, pushing out the corners.
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Step 3
Make five or six slits around the top of the bag using scissors. Cut the slits about 1 inch from the top edge. Cut a piece of ribbon approximately 10 to 12 inches long. Thread one end of the ribbon through all the slits in the bag. Pull it through the last slit until both loose ends are even. Pull the ribbon until it gathers the top of the bag together.
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Step 4
Punch a hole in the top of the gift card. Write the recipient's name on the gift tag. Thread both loose ends of the ribbon through the back of the hole in the gift tag. Tie the ribbon in a bow. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for as many gift bags as you need.
