Recycle toilet paper tubes into cute gift card envelopes.
We've made our popular Mini Make-It program available for you to take home! This month, pick up a project kit to make two Gift Card Envelopes out of recycled toilet paper tubes. We'll provide the supplies you'll need.
One kit per adult. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk to pick up your Mini Make It 2 Go project kit. Quantities are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you prefer to pick your kit up via curbside service, please call the Adult Reference Desk at 847.245.5115 or contact us via chat or email.
Tune in to our YouTube for a step-by-step how-to video or watch it below.
Each kit contains:
If you want to make more, you can use double-sided tape or glue instead of glue dots and decorative paper instead of ribbon. The toilet paper tubes may not hold a standard gift card, so we recommend using a paper towel tube that you cut in half.
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