How to Make Favor Tags

Favor tags can be as simple or as elaborate as you desire.

Favor tags are a fun way to showcase your style and creativity. They can be classic, formal, funky or eco-friendly, depending on the materials and decorations you choose. These paper products are easy to make and personalize and can be used on their own or as accompaniments to other gifts. Whether you are designing favor tags for a shower, a party or a wedding, they'll be sure to put a smile on the faces of your guests.

Things You'll Need

• Cardstock, 80lb or heavier
• Scissors or paper cutter
• Pencils, markers or paint
• Ruler
• Round hole punch
• Corner design paper punches
• Ribbon
• Glitter, rhinestones or other decorative accents
• Glue

Instructions

Favor Tags

1. Choose the cardstock you'll use for the base of your tag. Use a ruler to mark off the exact dimensions for the size tag you desire, then cut out using scissors or a paper cutter.

2. Decorate one side of the tag. You might create a rhinestone border around the edge of the tag, accent a marker or colored pencil drawing with glitter, or use scraps of paper to create a mosaic. Use plenty of glue to make sure that delicate items like glitter or rhinestones are secured. Allow the tag to dry.

3. With scissors or a paper punch, cut off the corners of the tag to give it a more polished look. Try a rounded corner punch for a classic look, or a floral punch for something more dramatic. Use the round hole punch to make a single hole in the top of the tag.

4. Cut the ribbon to the desired length. Thread it through the round hole and tie in a knot or a bow.

5. Add a personalized message on the back of the favor tag or attach it to a gift.

Tips & Warnings

• If you need many identical favor tags for a wedding or large party, embellish your cardstock tags with decorative paper punches, which is easy to do in large quantities.

• If you use favor tags as gift labels, have a supply of blank ones on hand, ready to decorate as needed.

• Delicate tags can be covered with adhesive laminate paper to protect them if desired.

References

• Aylee Bits: DIY Favor Tags