Don't Throw It Away, Reuse It! ♡ How to Create Cute Items with DIY Wedding Gift Envelope Remakes ♩

2018.04.03 published

I Want to Arrange the Many Gift Envelopes I Received at My Wedding ♡

Gift envelopes have cute designs and are made of high-quality, durable paper, right? It's such a waste to throw them away after receiving gifts at the wedding!

Recently, Remaking Gift Envelopes Has Become Trendy!

Did you know that cute gift envelopes received from guests are being recycled into new items?

What can we create with gift envelopes?

@asu_0423

Here are some easy and stylish remaking ideas for gift envelopes! ♡

Arrangement ① *Chopstick Holders*

One of the most standard remakes is this one: transforming gift envelopes into chopstick holders! ♩

@dearbride37

Since each received gift envelope has a different design, it becomes a uniquely stylish chopstick holder!

@xxxnamyxxx

I want to use these as special chopstick holders when everyone gathers for New Year's or festivals. ♩

[DIY Remake] How to Make Chopstick Holders from Gift Envelopes *

All you need to prepare are a gift envelope, a ruler, a cutter, and tape for this easy DIY chopstick holder that anyone can make! ♡

First, separate the gift envelope from the mizuhiki, lay it inside out, and cut above the crease at the opening of the envelope. (Cut slightly below the crease for a neat finish.)

Next, cut vertically about 4 cm from the left crease and similarly between 6 to 8 cm from the right crease.

Once done, fold in the 4 cm width on the left and match it with the right side.

Fold the bottom crease part up.

Cut the mizuhiki to match the width of the envelope, leaving a little overlapping part, and attach it with tape or double-sided tape. ♩

Flip it over, and it’s ready! ♡ You can make it even cuter by slightly altering it to match the envelope design! ♡

Arrangement ② *Envelope*

This remake envelope can be used not only for writing letters but also for giving wedding photos taken on the day to close friends, making it very delightful! ♡

By removing the mizuhiki, it can be used as a stylish everyday envelope.

From traditional Japanese patterns to designs that resemble Western greeting cards, various envelopes can be made, making you want to write letters! ♡

[DIY Remake] How to Make Envelopes from Gift Envelopes *

For this DIY envelope remake, prepare scissors, a cutter, a glue gun, or glue and tape. * Separate the mizuhiki from the gift envelope and cut off any unnecessary parts from both ends, then cut the bag to the desired size. ♩ After sticking the ends, attach the mizuhiki and you're done! ♡

➡ For detailed instructions on "Making Chopstick Holders from Gift Envelopes," please check this article! ♡

Arrangement ③ *Pochi Bags*

The previously remade envelope can be further adapted to create pochi bags that are perfect for New Year's gifts! ♡ Using gift envelopes results in a luxurious pochi bag that is sturdier than store-bought ones! *

By reusing the beautiful designs from gift envelopes, they can also serve as New Year’s money bags, making them perfect for celebrations. ♩ It’s nice to discreetly hand them over to parents or grandparents with gratitude.

@michi9840

Recently, even 100-yen shops sell envelope templates that allow you to create envelopes simply by cutting paper according to the patterns, making it easier to make both envelopes and pochi bags! ♡

One-point Remake Using "Mizuhiki" from Gift Envelopes

While the main part of the gift envelope can be used, the most suitable for remaking is the mizuhiki part. You can create wonderful arrangements using just mizuhiki alone! ♩

Arrangement ④ *Chopstick Rests*

A stylish chopstick rest made by cutting out only the mizuhiki from the gift envelope! * It’s so easy, as all you need to do is detach and arrange it, that even the most clumsy person can make it! ♩

Using a mizuhiki chopstick rest instantly enhances the celebratory atmosphere of the dining table! ♡

Arrangement ⑤ *Accessories*

Since the mizuhiki is already tied, there’s no need to create a new hook for attaching hardware, making it convenient! ♩

Hairpins made with mizuhiki are the easiest among mizuhiki accessories, as you only need to glue them onto bobby pins or U-pins! ♡

Arrangement ⑥ *Enjoy Mizuhiki Art ♩*

Gather many removed mizuhiki, decorate them in a wreath shape, and create panel art! * It will serve as a memento to remind you of all the people who came to your ceremony! ♩

Boards decorated with mizuhiki are referred to as "mizuhiki boards."

Using a base made from cut and pasted washi paper from gift envelopes on the back of the mizuhiki board creates a stylish two-in-one solution! ♡

Don’t Throw Away Gift Envelopes!

Gift envelopes received from important guests are precious. While you may have previously thrown them away, it turns out you can easily create wonderful small items with simple remakes! ♩

Whether you remake them into envelopes or arrange just the mizuhiki... try various methods to effectively utilize gift envelopes, and enjoy the subsequent [gift envelope remakes]! ♩

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