Tag Maker Tote

Here it is. This was an unbelievable find! It's old for sure, but has never been used. It even came with its original price tag and instructions. Lot a good those did me. Ha! I guess they didn't get the memo that I would be using the case for a tag making tote.

The door of the case proved to be quite handy for hanging bits-and-pieces of junk along with pre-cut ribbons and twine for tags.

Craft paper made the original cardboard identification tags a little easier on the eyes.

This is a small tote, but the drawers are actually quite roomy, with plenty of space for everything you need to make some most exellent package toppers.

I like keys almost as much as I like metal letter stencils. Hard to believe for sure, but it's true! A small embellishment adds a festive touch. Who says hard working junk can't look beautiful? Pishaw!

The instructions that were included with the case are actually quite funny.  Next time you come across something with original paper work take a moment to read it. It's quite the step back in time.

First thing first! Whip out your tape measure and get the inside dimensions of the door.

Measure and mark a sheet of cork purchased from your local craft store and cut away!

Spray one side of cork with adhesive and attach to inside of tote door. I used Elmer's Craft Bond spray adhesive.

Now you'll need 3 baby clothes pins. The ones I used are an 1 3/4 inches. Apply glue to backs of pins and adhere to the cork. I used Gorilla Super Glue.

Measure and place pins on inside of drawer. Remember you'll want to be able to close the case so you can tote it around with you so, make sure to place pins where they won't compete with the label hardware on the drawers.

The case came with 3 cardboard drawer labels, but I wanted them to have some style. Spray adhesive on tag and place on craft paper. Trim, label and slip ino drawer hardware. I used two sided craft paper. Love this kind of paper. It's all about options.