Gift wrapping is a responsible matter, because even the most desirable thing, carelessly wrapped in newspaper or stuffed into a simple bag, will not make the impression that the giver expects.

Of course, buying gift wrapping is not a problem today. The stores will offer a wide variety of options: boxes, bags, etc. But all the same, standard packaging will not be able to convey the range of feelings that you want to invest in a gift.

Therefore, many are interested in how to make a gift box using scrap materials.

Decorating ready-made boxes

The easiest way is to decorate a finished box of a suitable size. This can be done in different ways. For decoration, colored paper, bows, decorative flowers, beads, sparkles, pieces of lace, elegant braid, etc. are used.

You will need to decide for yourself how best to decorate the box, depending on the reason for the gift and the personality of the recipient. It is clear that if a gift is being made for a girl, you can use more decorative elements. And if this is a gift for a man, it is better to show restraint. If desired, you can use a photo of the person for whom the gift is intended to decorate the box.

When decorating, it is advisable to emphasize for what reason the gift is being given. For example, if it is the New Year holidays, then use snowflakes, Christmas tree cones, tinsel, etc. in decoration.

Simple box

It is not always possible to find a ready-made box of the right size, so you can very easily fold a box from paper or cardboard.

Even a child can make the simplest version of the box; to make it you will need:

• cardboard (preferably colored);

• ruler;

• pencil;

• scissors;

• hole puncher;

• ribbon.

If you don’t have colored cardboard on hand, you can cover ordinary white cardboard with colored paper.

First of all, you need to draw a template on a sheet of cardboard:

• in the center of the sheet you need to draw a square, this will be the bottom of our box;

• now on each side of the square we draw four more squares of the same size as the first, we have a figure resembling a cross;

• Now we carefully round the upper corners of the four squares (except for the central one).

To get it straight, you should use a template or compass:

• the resulting template should be cut out and the side parts bent upward;

• in the upper part of each side part, holes should be punched with a hole punch;

• thread a ribbon through the holes and tie it with a bow.

You can decorate such a homemade box to your liking using rhinestones, beads, and ribbon bows. But using the technology described, it is worth making only a small box, since a large one will not hold its shape.

Square box

To make a rectangular, or rather square, box from colored paper with your own hands, you will have to tinker. Here is a description of the work sequence:

• take a square sheet of thin cardboard or colored paper;

• draw two lines diagonally with a pencil;

• bend one of the corners of the square so that the corner falls exactly at the point of intersection of the diagonal lines;

• a second time we bend the same edge of the cardboard square so that the edge of the fold falls on the diagonal line;

• We do the same with all the other corners of the square;

• as a result, we got a sheet divided into small squares by fold lines;

• draw a bottom contour in the center, consisting of four squares;

• Now make cuts from two opposite corners to the intended bottom.

Now we begin to fold the box, the assembly diagram is as follows:

• fold the square from the wide (uncut) sides with the corners towards the center;

• then raise the sides;

• fold the paper on the wide side, forming the two remaining sides of the box;

• Now we wrap the cut out parts of the square, finally forming a box.

If you need to make a lid for the resulting package, you need to make a slightly larger box in the same way. That is, at the first stage, make a square 3-5 mm larger than the first.

Having mastered this technique, you can learn how to make boxes of various shapes: in the form of a pyramid, cone, cylinder, etc.

Book-shaped box

Today, instead of a material gift, the hero of the occasion is often given money; a box made in the shape of a book is very suitable for a monetary gift. Let's look at how it can be done:

• first of all, you need to make a rectangular box of the required size from cardboard; it is important that the bills that you plan to give fit freely into it;

• Now you should start assembling the “binding”. To do this, cut out two rectangular sheets of cardboard in length and width 1 cm larger than the manufactured box. You also need to cut out another strip, its length should be equal to the length of the sheets, and the width should be 0.5 cm greater than the height of the box made;

• we take the material from which we will make the binding, it can be plain or colored paper, thick fabric (for example, denim) or artificial leather;

• We lay out the blanks on the material, placing a narrow strip between two cardboard sheets. The gaps between the parts are 2 mm, a three-centimeter allowance is left at the edges;

• glue the cardboard to the material and cut out the blank along the marked lines, cutting off the corners;

• now we need to wrap up the allowances and glue them to the cardboard, we have a semblance of a book binding;

• We glue the previously made box onto one of the inner surfaces of the binding;

• We glue ribbons in the center of the top and bottom “lids”, with the help of which our box will be closed.

Now all that remains is to decorate the top part of our book box. You can decorate it with flowers and bows, beads and sparkles. The exclusive box is ready.

Of course, you will have to tinker with making gift wrapping. Perhaps not everything will work out the first time, but with a little practice, you will be able to make unique packaging that will not be found anywhere else.

If you think that making a gift box is very difficult, then you are deeply mistaken. In order to make original gift packaging with your own hands, you just need to stock up on colored cardboard and patience.

If you show at least a little imagination, you can please your family and friends with an originally wrapped gift.

Ideas, shapes and photos of beautiful DIY gift boxes

Gift box with openwork decor
Gift box: heart
Square gift box
New Year's gift box
Gift box: star

If you want to show your friend or relative all your respect and love, then try making a gift box with your own hands. If possible, try to use all your imagination and create the most original packaging. If you wish, you can make the box round, triangular and diamond-shaped, or make a package visually similar to a flower, house, fruit or even a diamond.

Of course, the latter options will require a little more craftsmanship, but in the end you will get a unique item that definitely cannot be purchased in a store. The only thing you must remember is that such crafts love precision. In this case, when cutting out the template, you cannot afford to deviate from the line in one direction or the other.

You must cut all the lines as accurately as possible, taking care to create perfectly straight edges. If this stage of work is not carried out as it should be, then with a high probability we can say that in the end the box will not be entirely presentable.

How to make a cardboard box for a gift: template, pattern

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If you are new to this business, then you need to start your acquaintance with this type of needlework with the simplest things. Believe me, if you do everything correctly, even an ordinary square box will look attractive. Now we will present to your attention a master class with which you can make a rectangular gift box.

To make it, you only need glue, scissors and special cardboard. If you don't have one, don't be too upset. You can quite easily take even the one that children use in school lessons and make a frame for a craft from it. It’s just that in this case, after the box is ready, you will have to decorate it additionally. This can be done using the decoupage technique or using organza, tulle or satin ribbons.

How to make a small mini gift box from paper: template, pattern

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Gift box
Ready box
Template No. 1 Template No. 2

If you are planning to give a loved one a small gift, then you can make a small box for such a gift. It is best to make a similar craft, like the previous one, from thick paper. If you make it out of thin material, then there is a possibility that it will not hold the desired shape, or it will simply tear due to the mechanical impact that the gift will have on its walls.

Yes, and in this case it is extremely important to take the most responsible approach to fastening all the side parts. Since these crafts do not have secret locks, it will be better if you fix everything with glue or double-sided tape. If the first box seems too simple to you, then below we have placed two more quite interesting templates, by printing which you can easily make some pretty cute crafts.

How to make a scrapbooking box for a gift?

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Box of squares

If you want to really surprise your loved one, then make a scrapbooking box for him. To make it, you will need both regular cardboard and special paper for scrapbooking. You will make a durable frame from cardboard, and use paper to give it a festive look. The best part is that in this case you will have a huge field for imagination. Since this box is supposed to be untied, you can decorate it both inside and outside.

Moreover, if you wish, you can even provide places for small gifts in those parts of the craft that will recline. For example, you can make places there for notes in which you write the nicest words. But keep in mind that in order for the congratulatory notes to fit well into the overall style of the gift box, they must be in the same color scheme as it.

How to make an origami gift box?

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Recently, the origami technique has become so popular that even gift boxes have been made with its help. In principle, you can make such a craft from any colored paper, but since you are still making a product for an important holiday, it will be better if you spend money on scrapbooking paper.

In this case, you will not need additional decoration of the inside of the product, as you will immediately make it as it should be. The only thing you have to take into account is that to create a box, the master class for which is posted above, you need to use two square sheets, one of which will be literally 11-12 millimeters smaller. If you do not take this nuance into account, then in the end you simply will not be able to combine the two parts into one craft.

How to make a gift box with a lid?

Recommendations for making a round box

A gift box with a lid is the ideal packaging for heavier gifts. If you make it a little larger than shown in the master class, you can supplement the main gift with sweets, boutonnieres made of fresh flowers and cards made by yourself. As you probably already understood, it is best to make such a box from thick cardboard.

If you have the opportunity, purchase it at a specialty store, or go to the nearest supermarket and pick up any paper box there. When you bring it home, lay it out horizontally and place it under something heavy. Leave it in this position for literally an hour, and then proceed to drawing the frame of the future craft. This little trick will help you smooth out any kinks that would probably get in your way when creating your masterpiece.

How to make a surprise gift box?

Box in the shape of a piece of cake
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In principle, a surprise box can have a completely different shape, color and decor. In this case, everything will depend solely on what event you are going to. If you are going to an employee’s birthday, then it can be a completely standard square and rectangular box, inside of which, in addition to the present itself, a piece of paper with wishes will be placed (it should be as long as possible and folded into an accordion).

If you are going to a child's party, then make a gift box for him in the form of a piece of cake and be sure to place a couple of cartoon characters made of cardboard inside. And in order for them to really be a surprise for the baby, attach the figures to flexible springs that will push them out as soon as the lid is removed from the box.

How to make a gift box with wishes?

Master class on making a pyramid
Recommendations for making a pyramid

If you want your gift box to be both packaging and a greeting card, then make it in the shape of a pyramid. In the photo above you can see templates that can be used to make a small pyramid. But if you try to enlarge the scale of the drawing, you will eventually be able to make a pyramid on which you can place wishes.

Remember, in order for such a surprise to look interesting, the scale of the picture must be increased at least twice. Only in this case will you have the opportunity to make pockets on the outside of the product, in which you can later put cute notes. Yes, and remember, these pockets do not have to be made of paper; you can quite easily use, for example, lace for this. Just when you attach them, use a stapler instead of glue.

How to make a transparent gift box?

Rectangular gift box
Tall gift box
Triangular gift box

Above, we have already shown you how to make a gift box from cardboard and plain paper, and now you will learn how to make a very cute transparent package. The best part is that you don’t have to buy material to make such a craft.

Since it is made from an ordinary plastic bottle, you only have to buy ribbons and gobbets for decoration. So, take a transparent plastic bottle and cut off the neck and bottom from it. As a result, you should be left with a perfect cylinder in your hands. Then take your scissors and carefully cut it exactly as shown in the picture.

After you're done with this, start bending the material so that you can clearly see all the edges of the future craft. If you can't do this with your hands, then use scissors for this. As soon as you realize that the plastic has become more obedient, you can safely assemble the box. For security, tie it with a satin ribbon.

How to make a box for a women's gift on March 8?

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It just so happened, but for some reason most women associate March 8 with delicate branches of mimosa and scarlet tulips. That is why when making a box for this holiday, you must remember that there must be flowers on its outside. Whether they are drawn or made using appliqué is up to you to decide. The main thing is that your packaging shows with all its appearance that spring is coming very soon.

If you don't want to spend extra time decorating the box, then invest in scrapbooking paper. If you are ready to work a little, then you can download some interesting template on the Internet, make flowers using it and cover the finished box with floral applique. Also, if you wish, you can simply paint it beautifully.

How to make a box for a men's gift on February 23?

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If there are real men in your family, then you simply must make February 23 a special day. The right gift wrapping will help you create a festive atmosphere. In principle, it can be done quite simply. You can make a box according to any template or master class that we introduced you to, only taking into account the fact that you are preparing a gift for a representative of the stronger sex.

That is, in this case it is best to forget about flowers, curls and all sorts of feminine things. It will be better if you make a gift box from paper with a camouflage print, or simply paint the finished product in different shades of green and brown. If you want to pack a present for an older man in this way, you can try decorating the box with a red star or any other attributes of the Soviet era.

You can also draw it, or print out the template and use the resulting blanks to make the desired applique. Well, if you are a lover of everything new, then try making a box in the shape of a men’s shirt. You can see how to do it in the picture, which is located a little higher.

How to make a gift box for lovers on February 14?

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Many people think that making a heart-shaped box is very difficult. In fact, such a product is made according to the same principle as all other packaging. All that will be required of you in this case is simply to find the correct template and use it to glue the box together. We decided to make the task easier for you and therefore offer you a choice of several interesting ideas for gift boxes for February 14th.

If you decide to make the largest and most voluminous one, remember that in this case you will also have to make a product consisting of two parts. One part will act as the gift box itself, and the other will be the lid. Therefore, when cutting out the frame of a future craft, be sure to double-check whether one of the parts is slightly larger in size.

As in the case of a rectangular product, this is necessary so that in the end you can easily put the upper part on the lower part. As for the color of the box, it doesn't have to be red, if you want you can make the heart pink, raspberry or even purple and white.

How to make a wedding gift box?

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Template No. 5

It’s probably not even worth mentioning that a wedding gift box should be special. And the point here is not in the shape of the product, but in its decor. Therefore, feel free to choose a template according to which you would like to make such a craft, and then begin to think about what the finishing of the finished product will be like.

I would like to say right away that in order for you to end up with something truly festive, the decor should be multi-layered. That is, you can create volume using flowers, leaves or hearts glued to each other and complement all this beauty with elegant curls made of rhinestones and sequins.

It is best for beginning needlewomen to opt for square and rectangular crafts. Such products are not only made faster, but also easier to decorate. Since you will actually have a canvas in front of you, you can first lay out the future picture from the elements, see how all the details will look together, and only after that start fixing them.

How to make a birthday gift box?

Template for making a cake
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Birthdays are one of those holidays that everyone looks forward to. It makes no difference how old the hero of the occasion is; on this day he still wants to feel most loved and dear. And what else can take us back to childhood and give us wonderful memories if not a gift packed in a box simulating a birthday cake. It’s easy to make such a craft, the main thing is to show a little patience.

Above you can see a template that you can use to make one piece of cake. If you see that in the end the gift wrap will be smaller in size than you need, then increase the scale to the desired size, just making sure that all proportions are respected in the process. Then make the required number of pieces, fold them into a circle and measure the diameter of the resulting figure.

But based on the data obtained, cut out a round stand on which you will place all the workpieces. If you wish, you can cover its edge with openwork snowflakes or lace. When the stand is ready, fill all the boxes with presents, form them into a cake and secure everything with a satin ribbon.

How to make a gift box for the New Year?

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As you probably already understood, if you wish, you can make a holiday box of any shape and color with your own hands. As for the New Year, in this case too you will have plenty to choose from. If you show a little patience and ingenuity, then with the help of our templates you can make a beautiful snowman, a fluffy Christmas tree, a house or Santa Claus.

If you print the templates on a color printer using photo paper, then all you have to do is cut out the parts of the future gift box and carefully glue them together. If you don't have the opportunity to print templates, you can always make gift wrapping from a paper bag and a winter applique, such as the head of Santa Claus, the Snow Maiden or a snowman.

In this case, the bag, depending on the chosen character, will need to be made red, white or blue, and then a head, for example, Santa Claus, will be glued to the very top of the bag. You will need to stack two of them and be sure to provide holes at the very top for ribbons, which you will later use to tie your gift.

How to make a box for a cash gift?

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Flowers for decoration

Nowadays you won’t surprise anyone with a gift envelope for money, so most people try to present it in a more original way. The best option for such a case would be a cash gift box. You can make it using a fairly simple template. True, when making such a craft, you must remember that in this case you will be making a box, the inside of which will slide out.

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Nowadays, DIY gift wrapping is actively becoming fashionable, and I decided to figure out what’s what - let’s find out what trends there are in gift wrapping, what you should focus on, and how in general you can pack a gift for any holiday with your own hands.

Trends

Nowadays, it is no longer enough to wrap a gift in gift paper - gone are the days when half a meter of sparkling paper with a ribbon bow was considered the best packaging. Currently, most attention is paid to three areas:

• eco-style (one of its subtypes can be called rustic style);
• minimalism;
• eclecticism and futurism.

Gift packaging in eco-style involves the use of natural materials - natural shades, various textures, nothing artificial. In this style, packaging made of kraft paper with a bow made of ordinary twine or twine looks good; quite often gifts are tied with unbleached linen or cotton.

Minimalist motifs are always strict and restrained. Here you should be guided by one idea - the simpler the better. A minimal number of decorative elements is welcome here - for example, a gift can be wrapped in plain white paper, and a special small element made from a die-cut or a regular elegant tag can be used as decoration.

Futuristic and eclectic notes will appeal to those who prefer to combine several styles into one - there can be an elaborate, complex bow made of satin ribbons and the simplest craft paper as packaging, or, on the contrary, a complex figured box covered with natural fabric for decoration can be attached with a decorative pin.

So, what should be the design of gifts so that it is fashionable and beautiful? Unusual, stylish and neat.

Original handmade boxes

The simplest and at the same time effective way to pack a gift in an unusual way is to make a cardboard box for it. How to make a gift box in four easy steps?

Another option for a homemade box:

Template:

Or this option:

Templates for her:

Or maybe make a pyramid?

Scheme for the pyramid:

By the way, a DIY gift box can be of any shape - why not a candy box? Especially if the gift is not too large or oblong.

What is required to make this packaging?

• Colored cardboard.
• Ruler and pencil.
• Scissors, stationery cutter.
• Template (can be printed or redrawn).
• Glue.
• Ribbon or stiff thread.

You can also make your own gift box in the shape of a piece of cake. Almost everyone loves sweets, and a piece of cake looks extravagant and cute at the same time.

To make a piece of cardboard cake, you need to prepare:

• thick colored paper or thin cardboard;
• ruler and pencil;
• glue.

Manufacturing will take no more than half an hour. First you need to transfer the template onto the desired colored paper - it is better to make the top brown or pink (the color of the glaze), and the bottom part can be anything. By the way, you can make a bright cake, for example, in purple or pink colors - unusual and cool! Choose any lid: with a wavy edge or with a straight edge, and the base:

The box is made of two fragments, the lower part should be smaller (literally a couple of millimeters in each direction). We cut out the blanks and transfer them to colored cardboard.

We do the creasing (we draw a line along all the folds with a knitting needle until grooves form - this will make the folds smoother).
We glue the blanks according to the allowances and dry them well. Our box is ready, now the only thing left is to decorate it.

For example, you can make a light rose out of paper and tie it with twine.

This option is easier to manufacture. Without removable lid. You just need to print (or draw by hand) this template on a beautiful cardboard, cut where it is marked, bend where the dotted lines are, glue where it says glue, and you're done!

How to make an origami style box? You need to stock up on a ruler and a pencil, pick up two beautiful square sheets of paper (I use scrapbooking paper), and you will also need scissors. By the way, you can also use the box for your own needs - I store paper clips in one of these on my desk.

Packed beautifully

We already know how to make boxes, now we need to understand how to beautifully wrap a gift with our own hands. Of course, you can leave the gift as is (or put the gifts in gift boxes, which is also good), or you can think about how to decorate the gift and come up with something special.

Let's look at how to wrap a gift in paper so that it looks truly stylish and does not give the impression of sloppiness. Pay attention to the choice of paper - you can choose regular light or dark paper, you can choose natural packaging paper (Kraft), or you can buy several sheets or rolls of beautiful printed paper from a scrapbooking store.

See how to wrap a gift in an original way. Try a new way that attracts attention - your gift will look very, very unusual!

How to do it right

1. Packaging must be neat - cuts of paper or fabric must be even, and there should be no visible traces of glue, tape or paper clips.
2. It should completely hide the gift, then you can make a surprise and give the hero of the occasion not only your gift, but also a few exciting minutes of guessing and guessing what is hidden inside.
3. Don't forget about the decor and name card - such details always catch the eye.

How classic gift packaging is made:

This was a classic type of packaging, and now there will be an original gift packaging for a man or woman - in the form of a Christmas tree.

We will need:

• packaging - it can be wrapping paper, fabric or film;
• glue (for fabric) or double-sided tape (for paper);
• sharp scissors;
• various decor - ribbons, cutting, feathers, butterflies.

To make a pigtail, you will need a lot of decorative paper. So, we consider: we will need to completely wrap the box (width and allowances), and in length we will need to take 1.5 measurements of the length of the gift and 2 of its height. By the way, you don’t have to fasten the Christmas tree, but collect it in a kind of ponytail, then it’s better to take the length of your gift and multiply it by 2.5 - then you’ll definitely have enough.

As a practice, try wrapping any small box with a piece of newspaper or plain paper - this way you will understand how to fold the folds, where to lay the tape and practice a little.

This way you can make packaging for anything - it could be a large box of chocolates and an ordinary book, a set of cosmetics or a plush toy.

Tying bows

Tiffany

Another simple and effective bow

1. Fold the bow according to the photo instructions and tie it with thread.
2. We tie a ribbon around the box, put our bow on top of the knot and tie another ribbon bow on top of it. See photo master class:

Or this version from paper:

Here is a decor option made from satin ribbon:

The box can also be decorated with flowers made from plain paper or corrugated paper (an ordinary napkin will do), see:

Various packaging options

Have you ever thought about how the packaging for New Year's gifts should be different? How can you make packaging wedding gifts interesting and atypical? How can you make beautiful cardboard bonbonnieres or miniature boxes? If you have kraft paper and twine, then don’t worry - look at the selection of photos.

How to pack a gift in other ways? The main role can be played by gift wrapping paper - for example, the design of New Year's gifts made in red, white and green colors will bring the spirit of Christmas miracles, and the combination of blue and brown is well suited for a gift to a man!

Are you preparing a wedding gift or a birthday gift? Ideas for wrapping gifts for different holidays - for the New Year you can do something multi-colored, and for original wedding gift design it would be useful to stock up on silver or gold dust; it will make a light box with a gift truly magical.

Do you want to pack in an unusual way? Pack it in craft paper and use original stamps (they can be cut from a regular eraser). Simply stamp craft paper or a box of craft paper with the stamp you created - white ink looks amazingly stylish on craft paper.

Use the diagrams and templates below to fold your own boxes (by the way, you can make birthday or wedding invitations with your own hands from the same cardboard).

Do you like making gifts with your own hands? Looking for new ideas for packaging them? Now you will learn how to make a cardboard box with your own hands. The diagrams given in the text can be printed and used unchanged. If you like to add something of your own, modify them as desired.

Which form to choose

Perhaps you never realized how easy and quick it is to make a cardboard box with your own hands. Schemes and blanks can be very different, and accordingly, the final configuration of products is very different. They often say that beautiful packaging is already half the gift. If you want to surprise with your souvenir, come up with an unusual box shape. At the same time, even packaging that is not additionally decorated, but simply made from colored sheets, will look impressive.

In the case when you do not want attention to be distracted by the packaging, but it is simply needed for safety and ease of transportation, a regular shape in the form of a cube or parallelepiped will be sufficient. However, it is worth considering that you are preparing for the holiday, so it is good to add beautiful decor to the usual configuration. Any of the options can be used, and making a box using a ready-made template will not be difficult, even if you have never done it.

What you need

You need to prepare the following so that you can get a beautiful cardboard box with your own hands:

• Schemes, or, as they are also called, developments.
• Cardboard (white, colored, decorative).
• Printer or if you build the template yourself.
• Scissors or knife.
• A knitting needle, non-writing pen, or similar tool to trace invisible grooves along future fold lines.
• Glue or heat gun.
• Decorative elements (satin ribbons, stickers, bows, flowers).

As you can see, the work of creating beautiful packaging will not cause much trouble. No complex devices are needed. If you don’t have a heat gun and a printer, you can do without them by using your own construction of the box layout using a pencil and ruler and gluing it with regular PVA or a quick-fix compound.

Manufacturing technology

Let's look at how a cardboard gift is made. The work flow will be like this:

1. Find a template that suits your configuration.
2. Print it on a printer either directly on a large cardboard format, if possible, or on paper sheets, which can then be glued together and the template transferred to a piece of cardboard. It is most convenient, of course, to work with boxes whose scans fit on A3 or even A4 format. This is usually the maximum capabilities of a standard home printer.
3. So, here is a packaging template obtained by any method. Cut it out of the sheet along the contour and make cuts in the right places where gluing will occur.
4. Take the knitting needle or the tool that you have prepared and draw it along all the lines where the folds will go. It is better to do this on the back side, not on the front side. In professional slang, this operation is called creasing, and in printing houses, of course, it is performed by a machine. Such grooves prevent the cardboard from creasing when folding, that is, bending. So don't neglect it, otherwise the box may turn out sloppy and deformed.
5. Make folds along the appropriate guides.
6. Glue a three-dimensional shape from a flat piece.
7. Decorate the packaging with ties in the form of satin ribbons, a bow or anything else.

DIY cardboard box: diagrams

Square packaging is the most commonly used. There are different options, both solid and consisting of two parts - a base and a lid. It's easier to make boxes from one piece. Such packaging can be closed with ties or with the help of a cardboard “tab” that goes into a slot in the opposite part of the box. Below is a simple cube-shaped packaging option.

As you can see, the base of the scan is a square. The top of the product looks like a “roof” when assembled. You can use a pretty ribbon to hold the four pieces of the top together.

DIY cardboard box: simple but unusual patterns

If you want to make packaging with an unusual shape, use one of the following models. The first photo shows the simplest option. It is very easy to make as you only need to make four folds. At the top, the box is assembled due to the slot and the fastening element included in it.

If your souvenir is triangular in shape, use the following packaging. Although the development looks quite complicated, assembly is easy and quick. The main thing is to carefully make the fold lines. The gluing elements are small, made in the form of triangles.

Using the following template, you can make a beautiful round cardboard box with your own hands. The scheme is also simple and clear. The most important thing is to draw the arcuate fold lines evenly. This determines how neatly the shape of the package will be formed.

How to decorate the box

You have figured out the technology for creating the base, but just white packaging is not suitable for a gift. It should complement and decorate your souvenir. You can turn an ordinary box into a masterpiece of artistic skill in the following ways:

• Choose beautiful cardboard or thick paper (designer or for children's creativity). Sheets can be metallized, mother-of-pearl with embossing, patterns and other decorative options.
• Cut out the second opening of the box from thin packaging or other paper used in arts and crafts, and glue it on top of the base. This option is suitable when you need to make a box from very thick cardboard, which cannot be found with a decorative surface.
• Apply drawings or patterns to the box using paints using a brush, stencils, stickers, or decoupage napkins.
• If you are proficient in computer graphics editors at a high level, you can come up with your own box design, adding any images to the selected outline before printing, including photorealistic ones, for example, even with the birthday boy himself. The one to whom you give such a gift will definitely be surprised. The only thing you should take into account is that if you are going to print on colored cardboard, all your pictures will acquire the appropriate shade, so you will either have to color correct the workpiece or not use colors that cannot be changed (portrait photos).

There are as many options for decorating a product as there are possible layouts. It's good to combine different ideas.

So, you have seen how easy it is to make a cardboard box with your own hands. The patterns above can be easily used to create beautiful souvenir packaging for any occasion. By scaling the templates, you can make identically shaped boxes of different sizes. Create, decorate, surprise your friends and relatives with your skills.

On the eve of the New Year holidays, store windows are full of gift boxes, decorative bags, and wrapping paper for every taste. Smiling sellers helpfully offer to provide wrapping services for New Year's gifts. And all this seems great, because you must admit, it’s much nicer to receive a New Year’s trinket in a beautiful package. But on the other hand, the whole meaning of the gift is lost, the very gift that should be intended specifically for you.

The recipient of the gift will be doubly pleased if, in addition to choosing the gift, you spend a little more time on wrapping it. In this article we will teach you how to make gift boxes from paper or cardboard with your own hands. This is not at all difficult to do, because all the crafts presented with us are accompanied by ready-made diagrams, templates and step-by-step master classes. All you have to do is choose the appropriate box option, print out the diagram and glue the paper box together according to the instructions. By the way, some of the boxes we present are made using the origami technique, which means that you don’t even need glue!

So, before we get started, let's check if everything is ready. To make a paper gift box with your own hands, you will need: beautiful wrapping paper (you can get by with plain white paper and then decorate it), scissors, pencil, ruler, glue or double-sided tape, and a stationery knife. Everything is? Well then, let's create!

#1 Box “Herringbone”

A great way to pack a small trinket for friends or family is this New Year's themed box. By the way, it’s very easy to do. You'll need green paper and hole punchers (although you can do without). Well, any rhinestones, beads, sequins are suitable for decoration, in general, to your taste!

#2 Gift box “Mint Candy”

And here is another original version of a gift box, which you can very easily make with your own hands, especially with our step-by-step master class. You will need red construction paper (for the box itself), as well as white paper for decoration. You can make the upper part of the box with applique or simply color the white sheet with pencils or felt-tip pens. By the way, there doesn’t have to be a lollipop on top. You can get creative with a New Year's theme and decorate the box on top, for example, with a snowflake, a Christmas ball or red angry M&M's.

#3 Box with lid (diagram)

Well, if you don’t have the time or desire to tinker with the box for a long time, you can use a simple ready-made template. You need to download it, print it, cut it and glue it. Voila, the box is ready! Please note that we have prepared 2 diagrams for you: square (size 5x5) and rectangular (size 7x6x4).

#4 Cup with a gift

But here is a gift packaging option for those who want to surprise with originality - a gift box-cup. It's quite simple to do, but looks impressive! To create, you will need thick paper, scissors and glue. And of course our step-by-step instructions!

#5 New Year's box “Cake”

If the New Year's party is planned in a large company, for example with a large family, it makes sense to pack gifts for everyone in one large multi-pack box. The cake packaging box consists of 8-10 pieces, each of which is a separate paper gift box.

#6 Gift box with lid for muffins and other small items

During the New Year holidays, edible gifts are quite common: various sweets and baked goods. An original gift will be a muffin prepared with your own hands in a designer gift box.

#7 New Year's box “Diamond”

You can pack a New Year's gift in a diamond-shaped gift box. With our scheme, making such intricate packaging will not be difficult. All you have to do is print out the box template, cut it out and glue it according to the instructions. It's simple!

#8 New Year's packaging "Santa"

A very cute New Year's package will be made from a regular paper bag, decorated with a paper Santa. Download the Santa pattern, cut it out and glue it onto the bag. DIY Christmas packaging is ready!

#9 Boxes “Harry Potter”

Fans of stories about Harry Potter will be indescribably delighted when they receive a piece of their favorite hero as a gift. By the way, such a box with magic sweet beans can be a wonderful addition to a set of books about the adventures of a young wizard.

#10 Box “Gingerbread House”

The symbol of the Christmas and New Year holidays, well known to everyone from Hollywood films, is the gingerbread man. You can make a paper box in the shape of a gingerbread man's house. By the way, putting the gingerbread men themselves in such a house will be very symbolic, but if you also make them with your own hands, there is no price for such a gift at all! The “Gingerbread House” box is made according to a special pattern, which you can download below. Also below is a master class on making a box with your own hands.

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#11 Box “Heart of four parts”

A cute package consisting of four boxes can be made using our pattern. Giving your loved one not one, but four New Year's gifts at once is a true manifestation of love. You can download the diagram with four boxes and the base for them below.

#12 Box made using origami technique

To make such a gift box you will not need a diagram or template. To make a paper box with a lid, you only need a sheet of paper. The main condition is that the sheet must be square. Strictly follow the instructions of the master class and in 10 minutes you will have the cutest origami gift box made by yourself.

#13 And another option for an origami box

This box is very similar in appearance to the previous one, but the manufacturing method is slightly different. To make this box you will need scissors, but you don’t need a diagram: just a square sheet of paper. Follow the instructions of the master class and you will succeed!

#14 Box using origami technique “Volume Triangle”

If you want to get confused and ready-made templates are not for you, then be sure to pay attention to this complex and very impressive gift box. You will need paper and patience. Well, then follow the instructions and everything will work out!

If you like to make gift boxes without templates, glue and scissors, but only with the help of the correct folds of paper, then you will appreciate this box.

#16 Closing box using origami technique

Well, another version of the box using the origami technique. It's quite easy to do, especially if you follow the instructions. By the way, the steps of making the box are described below in the photo instructions.

#17 Box “Cupcake”

An original gift packaging for a New Year's gift will be a box in the shape of a cupcake. It looks very impressive, but it will take a little work to create. In general, there is nothing complicated in creating this box; you just need patience and imagination! See the step-by-step master class below.

#18 And one more “Cupcake”

And here is another variation on the theme of a gift box in the form of a cupcake. The manufacturing scheme is very similar to the previous one, but you might like it!

#19 Gift box for cookies

A ready-made diagram for making a cardboard box with your own hands. All you need is to use our ready-made diagram, which you need to print, cut out of cardboard, and then glue it together in accordance with the master class.

#20 Chinese style gift box

You can put anything you want in this handmade box. And most importantly, it is done quickly and simply. You can download the box diagram from the link below.
Download the diagram

#21 Gift box in the shape of a cup

Truly original packaged gifts are valued much more than gifts in a regular gift bag. Pay special attention to this charming paper box, which you can make with your own hands using our pattern.

How to make a cup

How to make a lid

#22 Box “New Year's Sweater”

This beautiful gift box can be made with your own hands. To do this you will need a diagram, which you can download on our website, scissors, glue and a little patience.

#23 Box with bow closure

Quite simple to make, but very original gift box. You will need a square sheet of wrapping paper, glue and instructions from the master class. 15 minutes - and your gift box is ready!

It’s very easy to make a cardboard box for a New Year’s gift, but for this you will need not only cardboard, but also scissors (a stationery knife) and glue or double-sided tape (for secure fixation). Below is a step-by-step manufacturing master class, following which you can quickly and easily make a cardboard box with your own hands.

If you want to give a delicious gift in the form of cupcakes or muffins, then a paper egg tray would be the ideal packaging for such a gift. Cut the required number of compartments, decorate the top of the box with decorative elements, tie with a ribbon and Voila! The gift is ready!

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#26 Original box “Milk package”

Another incredibly cool New Year's box that will amaze anyone. You can pack a simple trinket in such an unusual box. It’s quite simple to make it if you use a ready-made diagram, which you can download on our website.

#27 Box with lid

Using our simple pattern, you can easily make a gift box with a paper lid with your own hands in just a few minutes. You can put anything in such a box as a gift: from a cute trinket to handmade sweets. You can download the box diagram below.

#28 Packaging box with flower clasp

A simple design for a cute packaging box with a flower clasp. Fast, beautiful, original. Please your loved ones with a handmade gift. You can download the finished diagram from the link below.

#29 Gift box “Petals”

You can make a wonderful box for a New Year's gift with a petal-shaped lid with your own hands. In fact, making such a beauty will not only not take much time, but will also delight you with its unusual appearance.

#30 Gift box for New Year's cupcake

You can make a very cute cardboard box with your own hands. It will turn out no worse than store bought. You can make a special bottom for the cake in the box. By placing your little delicious gift in a special stand, you don’t have to worry that all the cream will remain on the box. To make such a cardboard box with your own hands, you need to print the template and follow the instructions of the master class.

#31 Gift box for children “Ice cream”

A New Year's gift should be packed not just well, but with taste. In the “Ice Cream” gift box, your gift will be appreciated! With our scheme, making a delicious box will only bring pleasure!

#32 Packaging box “Candy”

Another option for “delicious” packaging would be a candy-shaped box. To create a New Year's atmosphere, the packaging can be slightly enlivened by adding eyes and a mouth. Download the diagram, print it and glue the box in the right places.

#33 Gift box “Cheerful Bunny”

You always want to give a special gift to your dear and close people. And it’s best when this gift is not only special, but also in special packaging that emphasizes the significance of a particular person. Making such a paper box with your own hands is not difficult if you download the diagram from the link below.

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#34 Gift box “Pencil”

A New Year's gift for children or people in the education sector is symbolically packaged in a pencil-shaped box. Please your loved ones with a gift in an original handmade box. You can download the diagram below.

#35 Box “Funny Frog”

Another very cheerful and positive box for New Year's gifts is “Cheerful Frog”. It’s done quickly and gives a lot of emotions! Download the diagram and please your loved ones with a merry New Year's box.

#36 Box with a face

You can also pack a gift in an original way in a box made of plain white paper, adding some details on it in the form of eyes and a mouth, thus bringing the gift to life. With our ready-made diagram, making such a box is not at all difficult. Just download the diagram, print and glue.

#37 Gift box “Birdhouse”

Let's start with perhaps the most unusual paper gift box. Making such a birdhouse is quite simple when you have a ready-made diagram. The diagram needs to be printed, transferred to suitable paper, cut out and glued in certain places. Complex and intricate at first glance, DIY boxes will be ready in 10-15 minutes.

#38 Box “Apple”

A gift in a paper box in the shape of an apple will be original. With such a box, choosing a gift is quite easy - gelatin worms will come in handy. Making such a box with your own hands with the appropriate diagram is very simple; the manufacturing process will take no more than 10 minutes!

#39 Box “Christmas wreath”

There is no limit to your originality, we just give you direction, and then you create on your own. You can come up with a lot of boxes for the New Year theme, for example, in the form of a Christmas wreath. Very symbolic!

Well, what would a real New Year be without the Nutcracker and music from the famous ballet by P.I. Tchaikovsky? A great gift would be a bag of nuts with a nutcracker tag attached. You can draw the fairytale hero yourself, but if you have no inclination to draw, you can find an image of the Nutcracker on the Internet and print it, then cut it out and attach it to the bag.