Creating Custom Turkey Treat Bags Using a Cricut Machine
Transform your Thanksgiving celebrations with these easy-to-make and adorable DIY treat bags! Using a Cricut and cardstock, you can create sturdy and precise bags that are both cute and unique.
Designing and Cutting the Treat Bag Template
First, design your treat bag template in Cricut Design Space or download a free SVG file suitable for treat bags. With your Cricut machine (Maker, Explore, or Joy), cut the cardstock according to the design. Cardstock provides the structure and durability needed for these bags.
Assembling the Bag
Next, score and fold the cardstock pieces along the indicated lines to assemble the bag. Once cut, glue or tape the edges to form the bag shape.
Decorating the Bag (Optional)
If you'd like to add a festive touch, decorate the bag with Cricut-cut vinyl decals, pen drawings, or embellishments like stickers or gems.
Putting it All Together
The turkey body is adhered to the front of the bag using a tape runner. The small orange beak is glued onto the smaller brown circle with the googly eyes. An adhesive foam dot is used to attach the turkey head above the turkey body.
Filling and Closing the Bag
Candy, such as Rolos, is added to a cellophane bag and secured with a twist tie. The treat bag is then folded along the score lines using a bone folder. Finally, the flaps of the treat bag are secured with a tape runner.
These DIY Thanksgiving treat bags are not only fun to make but also make great gifts for friends, neighbors, coworkers, and teachers. They are quick, easy, and efficient to make, making them perfect for a Thanksgiving party or classroom treats.
For a step-by-step guide, look for free Cricut treat bag SVG files and tutorials with instructions on scoring, folding, and assembling cardstock bags. These usually include uploading or selecting the design in Cricut Design Space, using a standard or deep blade on cardstock, scoring fold lines with a scoring stylus, and assembling with glue once cut.
Happy crafting!
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After designing your treat bag template, consider adding a touch of fashion-and-beauty to your DIY project by decorating the bags with coordinating ribbons or sequins.
To complete your festive holiday lifestyle, fill your newly created treat bags with food-and-drink favorites such as pumpkin spice latte mix or mini pies, and pair them with adorable home-and-garden accents like mini pumpkins or Thanksgiving-themed napkins.
