Hello friends!For you today, I created this cute little box AND made a simple little tutorial to go with it. I know this is one of those duh! posts. We all know how to make these, but JUST IN CASE someone needs an uber simple box, here ya go! :D
***The dimensions are for the use of a score pal or other comparable tool.
box base:
8x8 cardstock
score at 2 1/8 and 5 7/8 on each side
Cut on the 4 score lines as shown and add strong adhesive tape
Fold up flaps and align at corners to form the box base.
Create box top the same way. Cut a 7 x 7 square, score at 1 1/2 and 5 1/5 on each side. Cut score lines. Wait to add tape. Do not assemble box top yet.
Cut four 1" x 4" strips of paper
Cut with punch or scissors if desired
tape border pieces to inside of box
tape and assemble box the same way as the base
** The box top will be as deep as the base. If you wish to make it smaller, drop the size of the square an inch or so, but score at the same measurements provided in the above tutorial.
Decorate as you wish!
The 3D challenge at PCP this week is to create a box with a peekaboo hole in it. I thought after putting this box together that Cordilia swims would be a perfect addition to this sweet and girly box. Doesn't she look like a curious little lovely peeking into the box to see what treasures are hidden inside?
Thank you for stopping by today. If my measurements are a bit off and your box does not work ... forgive me!!! I tried, lol!! I know there are lots of other wonderful box tutorials out there, so do a search first :D. I just winged it and this is what I came up with . My base was a little tight, that is why I changed the dimensions a tad. I first started with the base being 8x8 in size and scored at 2" and 6". ANOTHER reason we should save the tutorials for the pros! lol :DHope you all have a wonderful and blessed weekend.
Thanks for stopping by!!!
HUGS!!!
Other challenges:
Papercraft star Color + Easter challenge (I know it is not Easter themed, but this will be full of cute things for my daughter to go in her Easter basket / gift :)
Adorable little box! I love how she is peeking inside! too cute!
ReplyDeleteHeather I love your little box and all your designs! You are so talented! Thanks for the tutorial and I do love the little mermaid peeking in the window! I hope you had a very Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteBig Hugs!
What a cute Box! The peeking mermaid is perfect! Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteYour little box is wonderful! The mermaid is so pretty and you've chosen wonderful papers. Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Papercraft Star!
ReplyDeleteHeather, your little box is perfect with the lovely mermaid and the lovely papers. Thanks for the tutorial. Hugs, Sarah
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous little treasure box, love it Heather! your tut was just perfect, thank you for sharing! You're always an inspiration!!!
ReplyDeletehugs & blessings!
I love the tutorial and thank you for posting it!! Your very sweet and I am so glad you joined us at The Outlawz!! Hugz xoxo Colleen
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little box! Thank you for sharing such a great tutorial with us. I love the colors you've chosen - so sweet! Thanks for playing along with us this week at Papercraft Star!
ReplyDeleteEven though you think we all know the little box, we sometimes need reminding, OR there are lots of new people coming along who haven't seen it before ! The mermaid is just perfect. We are so glad to have you back again this week at Papercraft Star.
ReplyDeleteI love altered projects. This box is so sweet and adorable. So glad to see you playing along with us at Papercraft Star. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, Heather! This is so cute and that image and the placement of it is gorgeous! What a great project and tutorial! Love and hugs!
ReplyDeletelovely box and tut thank you
ReplyDeleteamazing creation!
ReplyDeletereally fun to look at!
hugs and kisses from germany,
silvi xoxo