So let’s start the first week of Ramadan by DIY-ing some Eid money packets. Get them done early so you don’t end up rushing in the last few days leading up to Eid, when all other 1001 things need to be done., true?
Download previous years money packet
FREE PRINTABLES
Eid Money Envelopes/Packet
*You may download this printable at the end of this post*
Make your Eid gifting nicer by giving out your money in Eid money envelopes. It makes a nice surprise for the recipient to receive it, anxiously knowing how much is inside. I still remember during raya (eid), my sister and I would get heaps of duit raya (money envelopes) from relatives; but we were too shy to ‘check’ it publicly, so we’d collect them all and store them in our bags. As soon as we sat in the car, we’d start opening and counting LOL.
My 2015 eid theme is Geo scandi, and they come in 2 cute designs. If you prefer a more generic colour theme to suit both genders, I have them in my Confetti Collection or in my Golden Marrakesh Collection
They fit any bill perfectly, as shown :)
Even little kids will enjoy them!
This, money envelope along with your money inside, could potentially brighten up a little child on their Eid day :)
Our FREE BONUS DIY Printable is all about MONEY!
*You may download this printable at the end of post*
MONEY PACKETS (ENVELOPES) IN ENGLISH & MALAY
As a child who grew up in Malaysia, I used to look forward to every Raya (Eid) because of the festive money! My sister and I would collect so many Sampul duit raya (Eid money packets) from parents, relatives, family friends etc. So basically, if you’re not married, you’ll get it! Its not a common practice back home to give out presents during Eid, though now, living in Australia and being married to a Lebanese, we do both traditions- give out presents and money to the little ones.
It is extremely hard, in fact, I don’t think I’ve seen any shops that give them out or sell them here in Melbourne. Every year I’d have to make my own ones or simply reuse old ones. So I thought it would be a great idea to give them out for FREE to all In My Studio Fans as part of my FREE DIY Confetti Collection Party Pack.
They are so easy to make, it only takes about a minute to finish 1. I have made it available in 2 languages, 1 in english (Eid Mubarak, Happy Eid) and another in Malay (Selamat Hari Raya, Salam Aidilfitri).
Materials needed for this project:
1. This printable template
2. A4 | 8×12” White paper (200 gsm | 110 lb +)
3. Ruler
4. Cutter or scissors
5. Double sided tape/glue
Using a ruler as well as scissors/cutter, carefully cut out each template.
Fold accordingly.
Then apply glue or sticky tape on the side flaps as noted on template.
I prefer using double sided tape as its less messy…so now peel it off…
And bring the back cover over, press it gently to make a finished money envelope.
Repeat the process until you have made your desired amount. There are a couple of designs that include ‘To & From” if you wish to name your money packets.
Now insert your money (notes are preferred over coins, the bigger the number, the better :p )
As for me, I have packaged these in a pack of 6 to give out to my parents and relatives, for free of course :)
