When a gift giving occasion rolls around a small
problem emerges, “how to make your own simple and time-saving paper gift box.”
Everyone loves to receive gifts especially when it comes in a great gift box.
If you’re not really a DIY person, the idea may seem like a bigger problem than
to others. There is a simple and easy paper gift boxing method pretty much
anyone can do. The gift box will be as pretty and unique as the gift being
given.
Rather it be a baby or bridal shower, the chaotic
holidays, or a simple gesture a hand-made paper gift box is both thoughtful and
creative. It’s a great activity to bring family and friends together and simple
enough to have the kids make too. Gift box making is a great way to help keep
the kids busy while being crafty. Giving a handmade gift in a handmade gift box
that your child or best friend helped you create is a fulfilling experience.
For every special occasion gift givers want to
remain hassle free. There has been a quick and easy step-by-step guide created
to show you how to make gift boxes for nearly any gift. You can make candy boxes, pen boxes, handkerchief, jewelry, and multiple sized gift boxes for any
gift giving occasion.
Here’s what you need:
• Paper
• Scissors
• Paper Cutter
• Scale
• Ribbon
• Glue
• Pencil
• Decorative Mirror
If you have recently done a DIY home project,
recycled goods make great additional box decorations.
Steps to Make a Handmade Candy Gift Box
1. Using an A4 sized sheet of paper with 21cm
dimensions in length (a little over 8 inches) mark 21 cm along the width.
2. To make 3 rows and columns with 3 squares
each, make small markings about 7cm (a little over 2 ½ inches) apart.
3. Cut remaining paper strip.
4. Using the corners of the paper make diagonal
folds.
5. To make 4 creases, vertically and horizontally
fold along the lines drawn.
6. To make a box shape, fold the furthest squares
into a triangle. Repeat process with the remaining squares.
7. Make a crease in every corner, using an
adhesive, glue the paper together to hold box shape.
Steps to Make Lid of Handmade Candy Gift Box
1. Using another sheet of paper, lightly mark 9
cm (about 3 ½ inches) along the length and span of the paper. Using a cutter,
cut out a square of the same dimensions.
2. On each corner make a 1cm marking. Leaving a
1cm square in each corner, draw lines on all 4 sides.
3. As if to fold them, cut the squares from one
side while making the lid.
4. Now that the lid is ready, place it on top of
the box.
5. Use the ribbon to make a bow, tying it on top
of the box.
6. Using the decorative mirror and other crafts
like glitter and stickers, decorate the gift box.
Now you have it! Your very own handmade paper
Candy Gift Box. It’s sure to bring a smile to any gift receiver’s face. A
handmade gift box is the perfect complement to any special gift giving
occasion.
For the next gifting occasion, show a little
extra love by making DIY handmade paper gift boxes.
