[Christmas] Handmade Gift Box Idea Collection
As Christmas approaches, some of you might be getting a little antsy! If you have kids at home, that’s probably even more true.
Speaking of Christmas, it’s all about the presents! Whether they’re from Santa or exchanged with friends and family, gifts are a staple of the season.
Even the time spent wondering what to give can be part of the fun.
And when it comes to presents, don’t you think making them look a bit more luxurious would make the recipient even happier? With that in mind, this article rounds up ideas for handmade gift boxes! Be sure to read to the end and find the perfect one for you!
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Christmas: A roundup of handmade gift box ideas (21–30)
3D! Star-shaped accessory case
You can flatten and store it when not in use! It’s a star-shaped trinket box.
Fold the origami in half, then in half again to make a square.
After creasing, open it back to the half-folded state, align both side edges to the center line to crease, then unfold.
Fold the two bottom corners up to the outer crease, then fold again so the new creases align with the center line.
In this state, trim off the unnecessary top portion, and the origami becomes a hexagon.
Fold the edges of the hexagon inward, crease the center of the origami into a hexagon, then keep adding creases as you collapse it into a smaller hexagon.
Finally, fold the center area outward to make the opening of the container, press the sides inward to form a star shape, and you’re done!
hexagonal box
How about a small, cute hexagonal box as a Christmas gift box? Since it can also be used as a trinket holder, its charm is that it’s useful not only for the occasion but afterward as well.
You fold a rectangular sheet of paper into a hexagon, and the key is to make crisp, firm creases.
It’s great that you can create the bottom with just one sheet, isn’t it? Also, adding cardboard to the base and lid should increase durability.
And a handle on the box would look lovely, too! Be sure to try making one with Christmas-themed design paper.
A pop-up origami gift box
This is a surprise box made with origami.
When you open the lid, the sides of the box unfold in four directions, and you can write messages or paste photos on those sections.
Of course, if it’s a small gift, you can actually place it inside the box.
The lid and the box can each be made from a single sheet of origami paper, though the folding steps may feel a bit complicated.
However, it’s not difficult, so try it while checking the instructions.
Finish it off by decorating—use patterned paper to line the inside of the box, add a ribbon to the lid, and you’re done.
gift box
With just a little extra effort, an empty tissue box can be transformed into an adorable gift box.
All you need are a tissue box, your favorite beads, and two kinds of construction paper.
Draw guide lines on the tissue box, cut along them with scissors, and make creases.
Then simply fold along the guide lines to create a box that opens and closes.
Attach your chosen construction paper and decorate with beads, and it’s ready in no time.
Since it can be made easily with everyday materials, it’s great for use in elderly care facilities as a fine motor skills activity.
3-tier secret box
Would you like to try handcrafting a three-tier secret box that gives you the same fluttery excitement as opening a treasure chest? It takes a bit of effort, but if you want to surprise the person you’re giving it to, it’s definitely worth a try! Another charm of this project is that you can make it using only A4 copy paper and origami—no glue or scissors required.
You’ll make the outer box and the inner boxes separately, then combine them at the end.
The folding itself isn’t too complicated, but the key is to make crisp, firm creases as you fold each part.
It even finishes with a cute heart-shaped lock.
Try making it in your favorite patterns and sizes!
jack-in-the-box
Here’s an idea for a surprise box made by stacking three boxes of different sizes, like matryoshka dolls.
Cut slits at the corners of all the boxes so they can be laid flat.
In that state, glue them so that the bottoms overlap.
Then prepare some sweets and pack them into the open space in the center and the gaps between the boxes.
If you stick some to the underside of the lid with double-sided tape, it might be even more surprising.
Be careful not to add too many sweets, or the lid won’t close.
When you open the lid, lots of treats will pop out, so kids are sure to love it.
Square gift box with a lid
This is a lidded square gift box that’s perfect for mini presents.
You can make it with just a sheet of A4 paper, so give it a try! Fold it as you would origami.
By tucking a reinforcing sheet inside as you fold, you increase the box’s strength.
When shaping it into a box, the trick to getting a clean finish is to make small cuts with scissors and fold them inward.
It slides open like a drawer, resulting in a stylish and cute box.
Depending on the material—kraft style, monochrome, polka dots, and more—the box takes on a different look, so why not handcraft one to match the image of the person you’re gifting it to?