Looking for a simple and affordable way to package small items like mini soaps, candies, and chocolates? Look no further than coffee filters! This low-cost idea for 'Coffee Filter Treat Bags' was originally published in GreenCraft Magazine (Spring 2014) and 'The Basics of Beer Soap' in Willow and Sage Magazine (Summer 2014), is eco-friendly, food-grade, and durable.
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To create a basic package, all you need to do is fold a coffee filter, stamp it with a design, and add a jute cord. But if you want to take it to the next level, you can add more materials to make it fancier. In this video (part 3 of the coffee filter craft series), I'll show you how to create hanging packaging that doubles as festive holiday decorations.

So why not get creative with coffee filters? With just a few simple materials, you can make beautiful and practical packaging for your small items. I hope you enjoy your new crafts!

This DIY coffee filter packaging idea is perfect for anyone looking for a low-cost, eco-friendly, and food-grade solution for packaging small items like mini soaps, candies, and chocolates. Originally published in GreenCraft Magazine (Spring 2014) and Willow and Sage Magazine (Summer 2014).

To create a basic package, all you need to do is fold a coffee filter, stamp it with a design, and add a jute cord. But if you want to get fancier, you can add more materials such as wine corks, hemp cord, and different textures of paper to layer. In this video, I'll show you how to take your coffee filter crafts to the next level with these additional tools and materials. 

I hope you enjoy creating your own unique coffee filter packages that are both practical and stylish. Happy crafting!

Looking for an affordable and eco-friendly way to package small items like mini soaps, candies, and chocolates? Why not try making your own packaging using coffee filters? This low-cost idea for 'Coffee Filter Treat Bags' was originally published in GreenCraft Magazine (Spring 2014) and 'The Basics of Beer Soap' in Willow and Sage Magazine (Summer 2014), is not only sustainable but also food-grade and durable.

To create a basic package, all you need to do is fold a coffee filter, stamp it with a design, and add a jute cord. But if you want to get creative, you can add more materials to make it fancier. In this video (part 1 of the coffee filter craft series), I'll show you how to create your coffee filter packages using stamps.
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All you need are some simple materials and tools to get started, and it's good to have a variety of stamps on hand to personalize your packages for each recipient. With just a little bit of effort, you can create beautiful and practical packaging for your small gifts. I hope you enjoy your new crafts!

1. Take one #4 coffee filter
2. Fold both sides inwards towards the middle. 
3. Fold the top of the coffee filter inwards.
4. Flip it over. The folded sides and top should be on the back.
5. If desired, use a stamp and ink to add a design or message to the front of the coffee filter.
6. Use a hole puncher to create a hole in the center of the folded portion of the coffee filter.
7. Open the top of the coffee filter and put small soap or candies into the bag.
8. Cut a piece of jute cord to approximately 7-8 inches in length. Tie a knot at one end of the jute cord and thread the other end through the hole in the coffee filter.
9. Loop the jute cord through the end with the knot and pull it to secure the cord in place.

Repeat the above steps to create as many coffee filter treat bags as desired.

I believe it's very hard to find masks in the US right now (3/29/2020), and medical officials warn us to not hoard them. I am not sure how effective this mask is, but I created a disposable face mask using two coffee filters and rubber bands. I tried to find a way to make masks as easy as possible. Unfortunately, my sewing machine is broken, so I  made this mask by hand sewing. Here is the instruction for DIY coffee filter masks. I hope you find something useful here. 

Use kraft paper (letter size) and simple tools to make DIY gift boxes. 
This video will help you make a simple and easy small gift box. It's a good size for a bar of soap.
I hope you will enjoy making it. 

​Dyeing Suede Cord 

Tips: Less is better. Start with small amounts of food coloring first; you can always add more later.  Remember that when the cord dries, its coloring will be stronger than when wet. ​

"Coffee Filter Treat Bags" was published in GreenCraft Magazine (Spring 2014)

This is an easy, inexpensive and environmental way to make many small treat bags. It might be too obvious to explain how to make it, but I'll show you what materials I used and give you some tips. 

Size #4 Coffee Filters
I like this size #4 coffee filters. The size #2 is too small and the size #6 is too big for my sample size bar soap.  This is a perfect size for my small soaps.