When I spotted these gift mailers at The Container Store, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with them (I love how inspiration might strike while you are looking for a kid’s thermos for school lunches). Who wouldn’t love to receive this pretty and sweet Valentine’s garland in the mail? It’s very simple to create, and really – no rules…….say whatever you want to say (I Love You, Be Mine, Love Is All You Need, or just X O X O X O).
Materials needed: Mailing tubes in red, pink, gold, scissors, hole punch, tape, various papers, string, circle punch, pom-poms, needle with big eye, blank address labels and markers.
Step 1: Cut out your letters, using a variety of red, pink and gold papers. Make sure your letters are smaller than 1″ so they don’t get squished in the tube.
Step 2: Punch holes in the tops of your letters. String pom-poms, big dots, and letters, tying a knot at the top of each letter and dot.
Step 3: Wind-up the excess string on one end and tape it to the inside of the container lid. Make sure you remember which end it is – you will have to mark it so the recipient knows which side to open first.
Step 4: Seal and address the tube. Postage for the garland shown was $1.95. I love the way a mix of pretty postage looks.
Step 5: Mark which side the recipient should open first – so that when they open it up, the garland automatically unfurls, and they are delighted by your message of true love!
PS – You could even throw some confetti or Valentine’s candy in the tube, for even more fun and sweetness. Just make sure you throw a few extra stamps on as well!
Cerise
February 8, 2013
Oh my goodness! What a wonderful idea and work work for almost any holiday! Can’t wait to do something like this for birthdays!
Melissa
February 8, 2013
This is too fun! I made a couple vday crafts too, check em out 🙂
Melissa
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Heather (the lovely cupboard)
February 8, 2013
I love this idea! I’ve seen the mailers before and wanted to do something crafty. Storing for the DIY to do list;)
Crystal
February 8, 2013
Very cute! And the Katie Daisy print in the last rame is awesome too!
Loulou
February 8, 2013
I’m doing this next year for ky nieces who live far away. They would love it! Such a cute idea.
Kerri from Happy Tuesday
February 8, 2013
I love this idea! I have a bunch of far-away friends that I send mail to. I can’t wait for one of them to have a birthday!
Amanda
February 8, 2013
I would LOVE to get this in the mail- so much so that I would consider making it and mailing it to myself 🙂
amanda
February 8, 2013
your projects are always so cute!!!
amanda
http://thingstoholdandstir.blogspot.com/
Rachel
February 8, 2013
I need to remember this! I think it would be awesome for any holiday or birthday.
Kaisa
February 8, 2013
Oh, so adorable!
xx Kaisa
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happy paper place
February 8, 2013
This is super cute! Who wouldn’t love getting this in the mail? 🙂
-marie
http://www.happypaperplace.com/
Lindsey
February 8, 2013
I love this. It would be such a delightful surprise to pull out of the tube unexpectedly. What a sweet idea. xo
Melissa
February 8, 2013
If you didn’t need to mail it, you could really decorate the tube with wrapping paper, etc. This is such a cute idea!
anne fassnacht
February 8, 2013
Such a cute idea. My mom did this with a poster tube when I was in college. Since I was a poor college student she stapled money together and attached it to socks on either end of the tube so when I pulled it out it was a long string of cash.
Becky Gean
February 8, 2013
can you say FREAKING ADORABLE!!!! ahhh – uber cute! now where to find these mailing tubes… hmmm.. and the hunt begins!
Bev
February 8, 2013
Fab idea especially with glitter thrown inside! Love how each letter is different and chic!
Don’t you just LOVE the container store?! Another addiction of mine 😉
Meg Biram
February 8, 2013
This is darling!!!
Miss Doodles
February 9, 2013
Wow,these pics makes me Happy ! 🙂
Lisa | Happy By
February 9, 2013
This is one of the best ideas you have come up with Jordan. Just lovely and you can customize it for every holiday 🙂
Chiara is a genius!
Ana Zaragoza
February 9, 2013
I love it!!!!! It´s beautiful
xfallenmoon
February 9, 2013
ahah, that’s so cute. love the idea. it’s a surprise pop! yay!
love, x
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Elena @ Randomly Happy
February 9, 2013
What a great thing for someone to receive in the post. Wouldn’t it just cheer up your day? Can’t wait to try this out next year!
x Elena @ Randomly Happy
Narjara Oliveira
February 9, 2013
Olá, sou do Brasil e conheci seu trabalho através do facebook de uma amiga. Gostei muito do seu blog e achei maravilhosa essa ideia. Que lindo… Um belo presente. Fácil de fazer e deixará, certamente, feliz quem receber.
Jennifer
February 10, 2013
Saw this craft a few days ago and went out right away to get all the materials! I just made two separate strands for friends that live far away. SO PRECIOUS. I can’t wait for them to open these on Valentine’s Day. Thank you for the lovely idea!!!
Carrie // cue the confetti
February 10, 2013
LOVE this! I love sending fun little gifts to people, this is great.
Danette
February 10, 2013
Too, too, too cute, and what a great surprise to send to friends. I’m going to have to do this!
holly
February 11, 2013
This is fantastic. I can think of so many occasions to create one for grandparents who live far away! thanks for sharing.
Molly {Dreams in HD}
February 11, 2013
genius! these are absolutely adorable!!
Adele
February 11, 2013
I want to try this! What a clever idea!
Tina at Vintage Movement
February 11, 2013
What a sweet idea, I am so doing this! x Tina
Cassie
February 12, 2013
This is so sweet and I love love love your Katie Daisy print!
dewi-marie
February 13, 2013
this is too cute. im so gonna try this!!
question tho, is there anyway to make sure the garland doesnt tangle inside as the receiver pulls it out?
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Holly
February 13, 2013
we did this for my daughter’s BF who lives in Florida. We added some lollipops & a felt sewing kit. ( used a slightly larger tube ) i cannot wait til she gets it. It’s the most fun valentine to make and i’m sure to receive. thank you!
suzenannepoppe
February 14, 2013
Wow, I really love this idea! I’m very inspired to do something for two daughters of my girl-friend. Lovely!
Dorothée
February 15, 2013
So cute ! It was a success for my Valentine ! Thank you !
Bridget
February 17, 2013
I made one of these for my lovely husband, with a simple message that said “I love you”. It went down a treat, and is still hanging up above the window in our living room. It’s a great idea – so simple and fun. I enjoyed making and giving this as much as the reciever enjoyed discovering the message. Thanks for the inspiration.