Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

---

Learn how to turn an ordinary paper bag into a fun interactive pop-up pocket that's perfect to use as a gift card holder, for junk journals, scrapbook layouts, mini albums, and more! In this tutorial I'll also show you what to do with the leftover piece you cut off, plus another creative paper bag project so nothing goes to waste.

This is a wonderful stash-busting project that works with any size paper bag or gift bag and is a great way to use patterned paper scraps you've been saving.

Be sure to check out the additional paper bag tutorials linked below for even more inspiration!

Creative Ways to Use Paper Bags Blog Post: stampedtreasures.com/how-to-make-a-pop-up-pocket

Paper Bag Mini Album/Journal: youtube.com/live/MibAF2l5mrE?si=XSUOibYjKjR-q5Gh
Gift Bag Mini Album: youtu.be/Bl7S5NUahvE?si=8MGNnBzTAce-7daO

Shop my Canadian online store: stampinup.ca/?demoid=1002089

Etsy Shop: etsy.com/shop/StampedTreasures1
Blog: stampedtreasures.com
Facebook: bit.ly/36K4vbX
Instagram:  https/ sherrystamps  
Join my Canadian team: stampinup.ca/join?demoid=1002089

———————— Supplies ————————
In addition to the following supplies from Stampin' Up!, I also used a Tab punch, a paper bag and the Envelope Punch Board.
• Gilded Wings Accents [169953] —— bit.ly/4hGi28W
• Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [167702] —— bit.ly/4wlZsrO
• Scalloped Blooms Dies [167646] —— bit.ly/4nhgKSJ
• Stylish Shapes Dies [159183] —— bit.ly/3w11wXQ
• Shimmering Dots [167949] —— bit.ly/4uOOfOT
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] —— bit.ly/32U6kQ0

Thanks for watching!
Sherry