I have previously shown how to make a kraft file insert from a file folder. That is pretty easy to do, but today I'm going to show you an even quicker and easier way to create a similar insert.
Start with a regular, A4-size envelope like this:
Mark a horizontal line 210mm from the bottom of the envelope:
Cut along this line and discard the top of the envelope. Here's what you should be left with:
Now fold this piece in half along a vertical line, like this:
What you are going to do now is to mark out and remove a funnel-shaped central piece from the top layer of your envelope only. As shown below, this will leave you with a little folder with a flap at each side the works exactly like a kraft file insert.
This project costs nothing if you start with a used envelope and takes no more than three minutes. It's not quite as sturdy as the real thing (unless you have a really thick envelope, or maybe a tyvek envelope) but it's very easy to quickly replace it if it starts to get tattered with use.
Start with a regular, A4-size envelope like this:
Mark a horizontal line 210mm from the bottom of the envelope:
Cut along this line and discard the top of the envelope. Here's what you should be left with:
Now fold this piece in half along a vertical line, like this:
What you are going to do now is to mark out and remove a funnel-shaped central piece from the top layer of your envelope only. As shown below, this will leave you with a little folder with a flap at each side the works exactly like a kraft file insert.
This project costs nothing if you start with a used envelope and takes no more than three minutes. It's not quite as sturdy as the real thing (unless you have a really thick envelope, or maybe a tyvek envelope) but it's very easy to quickly replace it if it starts to get tattered with use.
Thank you so much, Ray! Thank you for your generosity and your hard work here. I appreciate it so much! Be blessed,
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