You Will Need

• cracker template
• scrapbooking paper with a floral motif
• coloured paper
• pretty ribbon and cord
• glue gun
• craft glue
• masking tape
• craft knife, cutting mat and metal ruler
• sweets and small surprise treats

To Make
1 Copy the cracker template in the desired size onto plain white computer paper.

2 Work on a cutting mat and stick the template with masking tape onto your scrap-booking paper.

3 Cut out the template with your craft knife and metal ruler. Discard the copied template.

4 Fold the cracker neatly along the fold lines and stick the side edge closed with the glue gun.

5 Fill the cracker with sweets and a small surprise treat and tie both ends closed with a bow.

6 Use your glue gun to attach a strip of coloured paper to each end of the cracker. Finish off with cord.

Words and image: Ideas magazine