Easter Cards and Candy Gift Bags - Simple and Sweet!

For this simple project, I used DCWV papers and Stampin' Up card stock, stamp saying and regal rose ink, and Making Memories flower eyelets.  The candy bags are for my children's "sweet" teachers.  The cards are for family and friends.  Once I knew what I was going to do, the whole set (cards and goodie bags) took a couple of hours.     I love simple projects because they actually get done.  It was sunny today and above freezing. When I finished these cards it started to feel like Spring!

My First Altered Tin Card File / Tin Container

I think this should have been much easier than it was.  I guess there is a learning curve!  Here's what I learned:  Why Mod Podge?  The next time I make one of these, I will use a sticky strip, double-sided tape, or some other adhesive and skip the whole decoupage adventure.  I think as long as I use a good quality designer paper, and make it as a gift for an adult, it will hold up fine for most purposes.  I made this as a Mothers' Day gift for my mother-in-law.  I started early because I plan to make a variety of these for several people.