Double-Flap Envelope
This bag is very secure and great for tiny seeds as well as compost tea "filling". The diagrams are based on Marg Tait's drawings on Tom Clothier's excellent web site. For a printer-friendly version, click here for instructions as pdf file
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| Diagram | Notes |
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Start with a square sheet of paper. Fold the bottom edge to within about 1/2" of the top |
 | Fold the top edge over to create a flap. |
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 | Fold the top corners to the bottom edge. |
 | Make sure the bottom corners are folded to sharp points. |
 | Crease as indicated, then tuck points into corner under flap. |
 | Finished! Open one end to insert seeds or filling. |
Top Flap Envelope
This bag is fast, easy, and good for larger seeds. The diagrams are based on a design printed in Seeds of Diversity Canada's "How to Save Seeds" booklet. For a printer-friendly version, click here for instructions as pdf file
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| Diagram | Notes |
 | Start with a square sheet of paper. |
 | Fold in half to form a triangle.. |
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Fold one corner to opposite side, keeping top and bottom edges parallel. |
 | Repeat with the other corner. Fill the envelope with seeds. |
 | Fold two top tips into the pocket created by the top flap. |
