Making the Suitcase - Part 1

[@sharon94503]

Your English is perfect and so is your craftsmanship! They make long rolls of kraft paper, found in the painting section, for protecting floors. Thin, but flexible and you can make it any length.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you Sharon! Great tip, I will look into that!

[@In2borders1]

Thank you so much for showing us in so many staps how to make the case. And you do it just for us with that I mean for free. You are incredible talented and you could earn money for it like everyone else is doing right now. If I could I would give you a lot of flowers to show my appreciation. Now I just can say thank you so very very much. Bless you. Patricia

[@РУКОДЕЛИЕ-ю1л]

Thank you Alexandra . It was awesome. I'm delighted with your master class. I like all your lessons very much. You explain very well. God grant you happiness for sharing your experience and knowledge with us ..Спасибо . Это было потрясающе. Я в восторге от вашего мастер класс. Очень нравятся все Ваши уроки. Вы очень хорошо объясняете. Дай бог вам счастья за то , что вы делитесь с нами своим опытом и знаниями ...

[@janinetaylor4461]

Hello Alexandra, Thank you for sharing your amazing suitcase tutorial. Your instructions are clear and very easy to follow. I cannot wait to embellish my suitcase and then to begin on the next part. You are a gifted teacher!

[@SimplyVatHome]

This project was my first ever paper project. Because of your video instruction, i was able to create it without issue. you are very talented and i appreciate your inspiration. You are the reason that im now a paper crafter.

[@papershaping1411]

I'm so thrilled with this pattern you shared. I have completed the suit case, made the album and the drawer, now just making the pages , then I will cover the album itself with matching paper. This is a wonderful tutorial and the suitcase and album will be heading to Georgia, USA to my sister as a surprise gift with pictures of her and her husbands trip to Hawaii for their anniversary.

[@isappbag4111]

One of the things that I love about you videos is that you do not edit out your mistakes. This help me so much because it shows me that it doesn't have to be perfect to be perfectly beautiful. It also helps me troubleshoot some mistakes that I may make. Absolutely fabulous!!!

[@Loudmouthedliberal]

Regardless of the fact that English may not be your 1st language, you do it justice with your intellectual command of it. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching you make these wonderful creations and look forward to more in the future. Good job!

[@pearljames1886]

Wonderful project and thank you for sharing this, Alexandra! You have more creativity in your little finger than most people have in their whole hand! You've made this into a high-quality project, too, by your construction methods. Unsurpassed!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you so much, Pearl! 😉😉

[@louisejones808]

Thank you so much for sharing this talent you have! I will put my self to the test.☺️

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Have fun! You can do it!

[@carolewilliamson8344]

Wow every move is great. Your patience in providing each detail for us to follow is magical. You have made this project able to make for anyone of us at any level. Thank you sooooooo much dearest. The very best for the New Year 2023 and for your family too. 🥰👏🏾👏🏻

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you so much, Carole!! I appreciate your warm comment and wish you and your family the best in the year of 2023, too!

[@TrishDarbonne]

I can't get over how beautiful this is!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you Trish!

[@ginamcveigh4663]

Hi I am new to this type of crafting, and OMG I am in LOVE. Thanks to you. Your tutorials are fantastic and very inspiring. Thank you so so so much. When I try to make one of your projects I will show you what I have created. xxxx

[@MotherofBeerus]

Awesome tutorial.... And I enjoyed seeing that everyone makes mistakes, not just me hahaha. Absolutely love this project!!!

[@lilystilo710]

Beautiful wonderful instructions for this project.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thanks Lily. I appreciate your comment!! ❤️

[@sueappleton2793]

Thank you for this beautiful tutorial I can not wait to make this you are such an inspiration for me x

[@tamie8323]

This is an excellent tutorial! Thank you so much for sharing your design and process.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Glad you enjoyed it Tami! Thanks for a comment!

[@christinelesleybunce6800]

Your English is very good. Thank you for a very good demo.

[@roxyfibertart]

really like this vintage suitcase thanks for sharingGod bless

[@pamallison7561]

Thank you for taking the time to do the video

[@lisagrahn4322]

Thanks for sharing! I'm going to give it a try soon. I appreciate all the effort and time you took to put this tutorial together.

[@aprilstark8887]

Your precision and attention to detail is amazing, great engineering qualities!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

thank u April

[@michellemealing7711]

This is such a beautiful suitcase design. I will definitely be using your pattern for my upcoming wedding.

[@flutt24]

Thank you so much for sharing this Idea. I know the perfect person who would love something this gorgeous. The tutorial is amazing. I am unto the straps just waiting on my D Rings and then I can continue.. Meanwhile I am starting the second part. Thank you again x

[@hennievanderharst9380]

Love love love your work

[@meandmyatg9549]

You are so talented. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this tutorial. I will be starting this project soon. Debbie

[@PinkOddBird]

This is so cute and creative! Thanks for sharing!

[@nancydurrett9319]

I love your video. I’m making one too! Like your talking. Is helpful. Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@donnajett8945]

Thank you I hope to try this as soon as I complete other projects . Honestly wonderful directions. :)

[@clarissabrown5047]

Beautiful work ❤ I'm so happy I came across your tutorials, I'm new at crafting, so I'm just getting some ideas on some beginner projects I would love to try. Thank you so much for your skills and knowledge. You are a Blessing and Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@donnak1217]

this is beautiful i would love to have one sit on my fireplace mantel thumbs up

[@sherrysawyer1255]

I absolutely love this! You're a genius! I must try this! Thanks for the easy instructions! Thanks for sharing!

[@michellerobinson1318]

Gorgeous project and I love your tutorials

[@missourimonica]

thanks so much for the tutorial! I love this and can't wait to make it. your English is fantastic - hugs!!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+ML Baker Thank you :) Once you finish your project, please do share it with me. I would love to see the result!

[@LibertadLeo]

Que preciosidad!!! Me encantan las cosas que haces porque son muy bonitas. Un saludo,

[@kri129]

Thank u for sharing this :) You r amazingly talented and kind Happy Crafting !

[@lydiaeconomus4582]

Another beautiful project. I am a huge fan!

[@dmcc100able]

fabulous tutorial you explain very good easy to follow Thank you very much x Dolores

[@teresacarter8593]

Wow that’s beautiful thank you so much for sharing 🇬🇧 perfection 🌸

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

My pleasure Teresa 😊 Thanks for taking time to comment!! Have a wonderful day!

[@wandabaldwin2479]

really clever. hope you get better soon. cant wait to see this.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you, Wanda! Cheers!

[@highheelscraftsmorales8133]

Thank you For your reply your awesome. I am always watching your channel.

[@mumu292001]

bravo pour votre album, c'est magnifique. merci pour ce partage.

[@mysticaltouch1859]

absolutely gorjuss creation and the way you give your tutorial is perfect!

[@iEatYourBrains13]

This is my first tutorial of yours but I like the talking! Just a thought. :) Your video is very informative and helpful too!!

[@theshabbyhippie]

Excellent tutorial!!! Thank you!!!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thanks for watching and thank you for the sweet comment!

[@EmbellishedCreations]

You are such a lovely person! Making awesome tutorials for whatever you create.. :)

[@NouraPompilla89]

i just looking for this tutorial thanks u so much for sharing and explain very well hugs from Peru

[@YourBookofMemories]

What an amazing tutorial and art work. Thanks so much for the inspiration and for sharing this video was sgreat!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Endless Crafting Creations Thank YOU

[@alibabe2468]

Love it can't wait for next tutorial have nearly finished the suitcase

[@sunkislites]

Great job on this tutorial ..I was thinking about using mod podge for the straps...will try with the crackle.......I will be trying make this sometime soon.....thanks for sharing sending love from Connecticut, USA

[@evelyneserin5129]

C est vraiment magnifique 👍👍

[@oheck5570]

Absolutely beautiful. I am trying hard to make some time to actually make one because your instructions are so thorough. You must have great hand/arm muscles from squeezing that glue bottle!😄

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+oheck LOL

[@carolsmith6264]

Wow this is now on my make list,

[@sonashah69]

Soo beautiful Your work is so neat and perfect 👌 You have explained so we'll. Your detailed tutorial is so helpful I have started making this.Loved it so much. Thanks a lot..

[@MercedesPiqueras]

This is marvelous!!!! Thank you so much 😍😍😍😍

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Glad you like it!

[@LookingupLuke2128]

Wonderful tourtial! Thank you.

[@sarine6237]

Beautiful!!!!

[@chazziechill]

Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial! :D

[@sashifrancisco7164]

I just discovered your channel and i really love it!! All your videos are amazing!!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

sashi Francisco thank you very much

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

I absolutely love your artwork!! I'm excited to see what I can do to make something similar to this. If you need your awl/hole-poking tool to work better you could wax it, that way it will slide in/out better. You've really showed me a fabulous way of creating a unique items. Thanks so much! Hugz, Tree

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thanks for the tip

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) You're welcome! I'm loving your artwork and I hope to complete something like this someday! Take care, hugz, Tree.

[@juneribbons5196]

Its a lot of work, but so worth it in the end. It's lovely. You could just glue the strips on and embellish with flat backed pearls. They come in good too. Your brads went through the hinges and the box. Surely the paper straps aren't as thick as the meatel hinges. Did you notice that after you put your closures in that your teapot is now upside down ?? Maybe it doesn't matter, but I pay attention to the small details

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hi June. I try to pay attention at the small details too, but apparently I was overwhelmed and distracted while making this video. Thanks for the comment! :)

[@rebeccagreen2219]

Fantastic thank you 😊

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

You’re welcome Rebecca! 😊 Thanks for your comment and happy crafting!

[@str1518]

Love your work and the tutorial do you have more tutorial

[@KaysCutz]

Magnificent job. What is the name of the papers you used for this project please and where di you get them. Thanks

[@katheriner9613]

Gorgeous!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Thank you so much Katherine!

[@Lin.Stone.]

I just found your videos and i just love all of them. You really explain everything and i really appreciate that. Can you make a vintage phone? Maybe the ones in the 70's or 80's. Thank you Linden

[@PeaSoupDesigns]

First, I love this case. You are so talented. I am so eager to try. I have many of the elements ordered and hope to attempt this project, soon. Second, do you have a Facebook group where we all can try your designs and share? Do you have a place where your instructions are printed out? Third, I AM SO JEALOUS OF YOUR STORM! I love thunder and half way thru your video, that clap of thunder sounded so exciting. Are your storms so strong? You acted so casually, We get a lot of snow but thunderstorms like that are not the norm, here. I would've been too thrilled to continue so naturally.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hi Leslie, Thank you for the comment! I am so happy that this tutorial makes your eager to begin a creative process. I do not have a Facebook group dedicated for sharing my replicated designs, but I appreciate your tagging me (@clayguana) on Instagram, if you get to post your result there. Regarding the printed instructions - sometimes I add written measurements for a certain project in my blog posts; in such case in the info box under the video there will be a link to the blog. Storms were quote common in Singapore and we got used to them pretty fast. I am not there any more. When I watch these videos I start to miss them again.

[@marleneheale952]

Hi Alexandra, I have just come across your fabulous suitcase, what a work of art, I live in the UK and wondered where you got your thin chipboard from, only I would love to make one - Thank you Marlene

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Marlene Heale Hi Marlene, welcome to my channel. I buy chipboard from a local stationary store, I'm not sure even what is its brand. It's 1/16" in thickness, which is the same as any other medium weight chipboard.

[@marleneheale952]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) Thank you so much for replying so quickly xx

[@guadalupebolduan2897]

AMAZING WORK

[@judiblock1683]

WOW!!! I'm glad I stumbled into you. Thanks!!!

[@galina7591]

Замечательный мастер класс

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Спасибо, Галина!

[@smedina146]

LOVE THIS!! THANK YOU!

[@valeriazapataortiz913]

eres absolutamente maravillosa!!!

[@Pavicreations]

wow very nice .....its wonderfullll ..really.........hey can u plz share the tutorial of "accordion pocket album"..m not able to find

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Pavi Bansal Pavi, the links to the Accordion disappeared for a reason. Someone claimed the Copyrights for the project.

[@Pavicreations]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) oh...

[@Pavicreations]

thnx for the reply dear

[@Pavicreations]

Hi dear...can u plz mail me that video...I need it too much...its my request dear...plz rply

[@m.carmenfeba8366]

Congratulations on your beautiful project and thanks for sharing and giving us your time for free. Could you tell me the size of the buckle? I have found 15mm and 20mm. What would you recommend me? Thank you

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hi Carmen! Thanks for the nice words and your comment. DO you mean the buckles likes these? www.aliexpress.us/item/2255799910885482.html They are about 28 mm wide.

[@m.carmenfeba8366]

sorry I sent you the link first without explanation. I wanted to tell you that my question was with the buckle, not with the closure. I have tried to send you a link to explain which piece I have the doubt about Thank you

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

​@@m.carmenfeba8366 Carmen, I didn't receive the link. Can you please write it here in the comment once again?

[@poojapandya7769]

Your papers are just amaizing can you please share us links for the buying paper stock??

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hi Prachi. The papers were from a very old collection by Prima Marketing. I am not sure if you can still get them anywhere.

[@helenburgess8839]

I just got into miniatures and I love your tutorial now I am going to make it 1:12 scale but before I start can you tell me what the board is called you used to score on. I know I am going to have a difficult time finding the metal elements but I am up for the challenge. Please and thank you any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

[@bbrown8353]

it looks like the martha stewart score board that i have, but all of the major cardmaking/scrapbooking companies have them. unless you have a very limited work space get one that can do up to a 12" X12" paper - some fold out to that- and some have paper cutters as part of the tool. Check out we r memory keepers & Fiskars. And make sure you can score at 1/8" increments I don't think I've seen 1/16" but if they have one it may be better for 1/12 scale. Good Luck on your miniatures!!

[@bbrown8353]

One other thought - if you are in the US check out prices at tuesday morning - its a hit or miss. But if you go to Michaels, joannes, ac moore or hobby lobby DON'T buy without a coupon!

[@helenburgess8839]

@@bbrown8353 thanks for both comments will start looking for it

[@gabrielesener2362]

hallo, vielen dank für das video. wie dick ist die Spanplatte? was sind Kartonstrukturstreifen?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hi Gabriele! The chipboard is medium weight, about 1/16" (1.5 mm) thick. The structure strips that I use are made out of kraft cardstock, about 65 lb (176 gsm) in weight.

[@gabrielesener2362]

@@MyPaperEnvelope dankeschön

[@nikkimurray4977]

Thankyou for sharing - maybe to shorten it a bit you could cut out the repetition of folding, scoring, gluing etc. For example you had 6 strips to score at the start of the tutorial. Maybe just show 1 on the video so we get the drift and then go to the next step. Same with the gluing the side's of the drawer. Just show one so we get it. Thanks - very helpful

[@soniadasilvamessystamper]

Thanks you a real just great.

[@riddhishah6232]

So pretty.. Amazing art work. Loved it. Just concerned that will I be able to find your accordion box tag album. Very much eager to make one for myself. Or could I purchase the template if so you are selling one? Thank you.

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hello. The accordion tag box tutorial is not available any more and I have never been selling the templates for it. Sorry.

[@khushboogandhi9017]

Absolutely gorgeous! What is the thickness of the chipboard that you are using?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Khushboo Gandhi 1/16"

[@Litlrasculdelia]

i love your designs. They are amazing; thank you for sharing. Can you tell me where you purchased the closures?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Swing clasps from AliExpress

[@Morik_JR]

Hey , I really liked your tutorial , and I was wondering if you could please add links of the materials and tools you 've used ... I can't find them

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Hello. Try to search AliExpress for metal hinges, corners, brads and locks.

[@highheelscraftsmorales8133]

Thank you so much for sharing with all of us. Blessings you are a great teacher easy to follow. I was waiting for this tutorial so happy u decided to do it highly appreciated. Question can I use double sided tape for the straps ?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

hello Maria, I think you can. but if you are not securing the straps with brads and really connect them to the suitcase base, make sure that the double sided tape is strong enough to keep them on the suitcase.

[@nwamakapass2566]

thank you l love this

[@katiesterry1866]

Great tutorial!!! I loved this and the accordion!! What type of bone folder are you using? I like that it is smaller! Thanks!!

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Katie Sterry www.bonefolder.com/Square_Non_Stick_Bone_Folder_p/squaretf.htm

[@nikkiw6409]

What glue do you use? Thanks for your tutorials, you are very creative. Thanks

[@debrarudolph8911]

Cool thunder!

[@elizabethlopez8127]

Está hermoso

[@Fitchick64]

Thank you for sharing your tutorial! I am in the process of making the suitcase and was wondering what size are the hinges you are using? I purchased some on Amazon, but I think they are too small, 5/8".

[@MustBeCrazy]

I love this! Is there a way for me to buy one?

[@parulmurarka5462]

Hi. Thank you for the tutorial. It was a great help. I wanted to ask if I can cut chipboard with trimmer? if not then what should I use?

[@pilarricartemelendez9443]

Hola, habría alguna posibilidad de tener el tutorial en español? Es que me encantan tus trabajos . Gracias

[@artoflifebysheila6489]

Beautiful! I want to try this. Thanks for the tutorial! sheila

[@deliarobinson1348]

could you use gel medium instead of the crackle?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

delia, i think you could. try it on a piece of paper first, to check that the surface will not be sticky after drying and also to chceck out the look ;)

[@misscutiepatooty]

Do you have to use the crackle paint on top of the faux leather straps?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Claudina Longoria you don't have to, but then the effect and the look will be different

[@sablea.9427]

I love your videos but I'm wondering. I do embroidery and I travel. can you make a traveling embroidery case ?

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

+Sable Arias What do you usually keep in your embroidery case? What are the tools that you store there and what (in your opinion) should be the optimal size for such a case?

[@sablea.9427]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) you have your needles and floss. small scissors. piece of fabrics and an embroidery hoop. 8 in to 10 in. I would say the size of an old fashioned tin lunchbox.

[@ivonnecolandrea8121]

HI Alexandra! Love all you projects! I just was trying to start with the box but at the end, the long sides were overlapping the short ones so my box is going to have a huge gap between both parts of the suitcase…=( any suggestions?? thanks

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

hello Ivonne. i am not sure that i understand... the parts of the suitcase are square, so which long sides?

[@ivonnecolandrea8121]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) the one that is 6 5/8 overlaps the 6 1/2

[@MyPaperEnvelope]

Ivonne, do you want to send me a picture of what you talking about, so that it would be easier for me to visualize the problem?

[@ivonnecolandrea8121]

+Alexandra M (ClayGuana) it's ok.thanks!

[@Audie_The_Bullmastiff]

My boxes don't line up exactly, even though they're the exact same. Is this going to be a problem?