A box made from flyers: practical and stylish ways to fold boxes
Are you all making good use of the advertising flyers that end up in your mailbox?
They’re surprisingly handy to have around—you can line the bottom of the trash can to keep it clean, or use them as a mat under drawings and crafts.
In this article, I’ll show you how to fold “boxes” using flyers.
You’ll find folding methods with different shapes and depths to suit your needs, whether you want a disposable trash container or a small storage box.
If you’d like to make better use of flyers, feel free to copy these ideas and give them a try!
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Boxes made from flyers: stylish and practical box folding methods (1–10)
Rectangular Box (Deep)
Here’s an introduction to a deep “rectangular box” you can make from rectangular paper like A4, flyers, or pamphlets.
Because it has height, it’s great for storing all sorts of items! The difficulty is fairly low, so I think anyone can make it easily.
If you fold it with thicker paper, you’ll get a box with solid strength.
Even with thinner paper, adding something like cardboard to the bottom might make it sturdy enough to use.
It also looks cute when decorated with washi tape or stickers, so try making your own original box!
basket
Here’s an idea for making a basket-style box out of paper—the kind you might use to hold sandwiches overseas.
First, create lots of creases, then fold and glue along those guides to build it.
Once the main box is done, attach a handle to finish.
To make the creases match the video, it may help to cut the flyer itself to A4 size or at least keep the side ratios the same.
The finished box is on the small side, so it’s perfect as a little organizer by the front door!
a box with a lid
It’s handy to have a lidded box for storing important items, isn’t it? Believe it or not, you can make a simple box with a lid using just a single A4-sized flyer or sheet of paper! Even paper about as thick as copy paper can make a fairly sturdy box.
You’ll need glue and scissors partway through, so have those ready as well.
The design connects the lid to the box body, making it very easy to open and close.
It’s perfect for storing easy-to-lose accessories like piercings and earrings! Try making your own original boxes using flyers or papers with different patterns.
Boxes Made from Flyers: Practical and Stylish Box Folding Methods (11–20)
An interestingly shaped box
Why not try making a cute and unique box using a flyer? Any rectangular paper works—flyers, copy paper, anything! It’s sturdy and perfect for holding small items, so if you’re interested, definitely give it a look.
The unusual shape might make it seem tricky to fold, but it’s actually fairly easy.
The key is to make firm creases as you fold.
By setting crisp creases, the following steps will go smoothly.
It’s the kind of box that makes you excited to think about what to put inside.
Easily foldable box
That little flyer box our grandmas and teachers used to make—looking back, it was super useful! Here’s a quick introduction to a box you can fold from an A4 flyer in just two minutes.
The steps are simple, so it’s easy for anyone to make, from kids to adults.
You can use any rectangular paper, not just A4, to make it in any size.
The design with a handy carrying handle is a nice touch, too.
Since it folds flat for storage, it might be convenient to make a few and keep them on hand.
Hexagonal box
How about trying to make a hexagonal box with a lid? You repeatedly make mountain and valley folds to create lots of right-triangle-like creases, then assemble them into a 3D shape.
The method for the body and the lid is almost the same, so once you learn one, you’ve basically got the knack.
It finishes in a cute palm-sized look.
Plus, hexagons are surprisingly sturdy as a 3D structure.
You could fill it with candies or other small treats and use it as a little gift box!
two boxes
The “double box,” which looks like two connected boxes, can be used for various purposes such as a small-item holder or a candy container.
Amazingly, you can fold it using just a single flyer or ad, so be sure to check it out.
Any rectangular sheet of paper will work, regardless of size.
It’s not very difficult, so I think anyone can make it easily.
The key is to firmly crease the folds when shaping the two boxes! Using thicker paper rather than thin paper may result in a sturdier box.
It’s a paper box you can proudly show off to family and friends.