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How to Make Leather Gift Tags (so easy!)

Learn how to make leather gift tags to wrap presents. DIY Leather gift tags are a quick and easy gift wrap idea.

Looking for something modern, simple, and rustic to take your gift wrapping up a notch? Today, I’m teaching you how to make a stylish leather gift tag, perfect for wrapping Christmas gifts or labeling homemade treats. Plus, use the same simple template to make modern leather Christmas ornaments.

Make multiples of these simple leather gift tags in 15 minutes or less. Tuck them atop gifts, around the neck of a wine bottle, or tie them to the handles on a gift bag. A custom-made leather gift tag will give the gift a handmade touch.

leather gift tags and leather tag markers

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leather gift tags and leather tag markers

How to Make Leather Gift Tags

Supplies

diy leather gift tags

Instructions

1. Cut Leather Strips

First, cut 2″ wide strips from scrap leather. You can buy scrap leather or cut up an old leather jacket from a thrift store.

cut out leather gift tags

2. Cut Leather Strips to Size

Next, cut the 2″ strip of leather into 3″ segments.

3. Remove 2 Corners

Once the rectangles are cut, use a straight edge to cut off two triangles from the top edge. This will create a point.

cut out leather gift tags

4. Punch Holes

Now that there is tag shape, use a leather hole punch to cut a hole for the cotton twine.

punch holes in leather gift tags

5. String Twine

String cotton twine through the hole and tie in a knot.

6. Label the Leather Gift Tags

Finally, label the leather gift tags with a paint marker.

leather gift tags and leather tag markers
leather gift tags and leather tag markers

Handmade Gifts using Scrap Leather

Still have leftover leather? Leather ornaments are another quick and easy project. You won’t even need any other supplies (the materials and tools are the same as for leather gift tags).

If you’d like to try something a little more advance, but still beginner friendly, give leather coasters or leather cord keepers a try (you can personalize them, too!).

I also like to use scrap leather for projects around the house, such as a wreath hanger, basket handles, or for drawer pulls.

leather gift tags and leather tag markers

Easy Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas

Don’t stop with leather gift tags! There are so many creative and simple gift wrapping ideas you could try this holiday season. A few of my favorite non-traditional gift tags are family photos, fabric, and magnolia leaves.

leather gift tags and leather tag markers

How to Make Leather Gift Tags

Yield: 5-10
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Learn how to make leather gift tags to wrap presents. DIY Leather gift tags are a quick and easy gift wrap idea.

Instructions

    1. Cut the scrap leather into 2″ wide strips.
    2. Cut the 2″ strips of leather into 3″ segments.
    3. Use a straight edge to cut off two triangles from the top edge of the leather rectangle. This will create a point. cut out leather ornaments
    4. Use a leather hole punch to cut a hole for the cotton twine.
    5. Label the leather gift tags with a paint marker. leather gift tags and leather tag markers

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Angie

Tuesday 7th of November 2017

I love both ideas….and I love leather!!

Lora Green

Wednesday 15th of November 2017

Thanks, Angie!

Jessica

Monday 6th of November 2017

Super smart use of scrap leather!

Lora Green

Monday 6th of November 2017

Thanks, Jessica!

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