Creative packaging can add a sense of individuality and fun to handmade skin care products. A simple bar of soap, for example, makes a great canvas to display some creative flair. Soap Wings are a fun twist on the classic cigar band technique of packaging. Fun shapes are hand cut into thick paper such as construction paper or card stock, giving each bar of soap a unique, handmade appearance. You can use the shapes from our templates in the tutorial below, or invent your own wing patterns. This technique can also be used with other symmetrical shapes such as Christmas trees, hearts, stars, or even cupcakes! These adorable packages are great for party favors, stocking stuffers, or other special gifts.
For detailed instructions and a handy template download our printable Soap Wings Tutorial:
Oooh! That is too cute! I love the look and really appreciate the templates, too! Just adorable!
Posted by: heather@twinbirch | August 14, 2008 at 04:31 PM
I'm glad you like the Soap Wings Project. I can't wait to see someone try them out!
Posted by: Emmy | August 14, 2008 at 05:09 PM
these are so pretty, and would look great on other gifts too like on a book. thanks x
Posted by: tess | December 05, 2008 at 03:20 AM
I'm glad you enjoyed the Soap Wings Tutorial. Wrapping a book with the wings is a great idea! I bet the same concept would be a lovely way to wrap baby blankets as well, or pretty much any thing you could fit a band around!
Posted by: Emmy | December 05, 2008 at 08:43 AM
This is so cute! I am already planning on making some soap for Valentines Day (got too overwhelmed to do it for Christmas) and am totally going to try this. Thanks!
Posted by: Donna | December 07, 2008 at 10:51 AM