Go Buggy! Gift Bag Topper

Why

Go Buggy! Create a gift bag topper that makes the outside of your gift look as special as the inside.

Steps

1. Crayola Neon Color Explosion® Paper fits the top of a standard 8- x 10-inch (20 x 25 cm) paper party bag. Trim the paper to fit smaller bags. Start with some pizzazz by cutting a decorative edge!

2. Use Neon Color Explosion Markers to decorate the paper. Draw pictures, use words, and add designs to fit your gift, occasion, and recipient. Be bold! The vibrant colors of the Neon Color Explosion system inspire a celebration of your creativity! Decorate both sides and the topper can double as a card!

3. Fold the bag topper in half. Cut a slit along the fold to fit over the gift bag handles (leave the paper uncut at the each end). Put your gift inside the bag. Place the topper over the bag handles and your present is ready to give!

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project. Observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure appropriate use of arts and crafts materials. Some craft items, particularly beads and buttons, are potential choking hazards for young children. Avoid use of such small parts with children younger than 3 years. Craft items such as scissors, push pins and chenille sticks may have sharp points or edges. Avoid use of materials with sharp points by children younger than 4 years. Read all manufacturers' safety warnings before using arts and craft supplies.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

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Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Neon Color Explosion®
  • Pointed Tip Scissors
household supplies
  • paper party bag

Where & When

"This activity encouraged my twins to take an active role in gift giving. "
Heidi H., mother of 6-year-olds.

"A handmade gift package makes the perfect presentation for personally crafted gifts!"
Marcia D., after-school arts and crafts assistant.


Interesting Info

It’s a wrap! In the early 1900s holiday gifts were dangled from the Christmas tree or wrapped in a simple white tissue with a red satin ribbon.