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Kirigami Gift Box

Kirigami Gift Box

We loved the idea of creating a unique gift box to stand out from all the generic store bought boxes. This year, we created something more special by experimenting with geometric paper folding. Yes - we snuck in a little math in the midst of gift giving. These festive boxes not only look great under the tree, but were fun and easy to make.

Ages:
9 - 16
Est. Time:
<30 mins

How we did it:

Materials List

  1. cardstock - colorful
  2. glue stick
  3. scissors
  4. printer
  5. ruler (optional)
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    Gather your materials.

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    Download these gift box templates and print them out onto a piece of cardstock.

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    Cut out your box by carefully cutting along the solid outer lines.

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    Fold along the dotted lines. There are two different folds - the longer dashes are valley folds while the shorter ones are mountain folds. If you like, you can use a ruler and bone folder to score the dotted lines for precise, crisp corners.

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    Use a glue stick to secure the bottom tabs along the base of the box. Work around the base until the bottom is secure and all the tabs are glued down.

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    Flip the box upright and glue the last two side tabs to secure the walls of the box.

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    Working your way around the box, gently fold over the top flaps so they overlap with the previous one. Tuck in the last flap to close the box.

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    Your gift boxes are now ready! You can open them back up to fill them with goodies for the holiday season.

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