How to Make a Beautiful Favour Box with Sara
- Read time: 3 minutes
- Written by: Crafters Companion
If you’re looking for a creative way to package small gifts or party favours, this DIY shaped gift box is the perfect papercraft project. With just a few tools, some pretty patterned paper, and a ribbon, you can create a stunning handmade box that’s as special as the gift inside.
Whether you’re crafting for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, or Christmas, this project is simple, fun, and a wonderful way to add a personal touch.
What You’ll Need:
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8” Circle Nesting Die
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Patterned paper (your choice of design)
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Pencil & ruler
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Scissors
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Adhesive (glue or double-sided tape)
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Hole punch or pokey tool
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Ribbon for tying
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Cut Your Base Shape
Start by cutting a perfect circle from your patterned paper using the 8” die from your Circle Nesting Die set.
Step 2: Fold the Circle
Fold the circle in half, then in half again, and repeat one more time. You should now have a neatly folded wedge shape.
Step 3: Mark Your Measurements
With the folded circle in front of you (point at the bottom), make a pencil mark 2” down from the top centre.
Next, measure 1 ½” down from the top along each side edge and mark with a pencil.
Step 4: Create Your Petals
Using the circle die as a guide, draw a curve from the top pencil mark down to the side mark. Repeat for the other side.
Cut along these lines and then unfold your paper to reveal an 8-petalled flower shape.
Step 5: Form the Box
Trim away two of the petals, leaving six. Fold over the tops of each remaining petal, burnishing the folds for a crisp finish.
Next, trim the top of one end petal and apply adhesive to the lower part. Stick this tab to the opposite end petal to form your box shape.
Step 6: Add the Finishing Touch
Punch small holes in the top of each petal. Thread ribbon through the holes, gently folding the petals inward.
Tie the ribbon into a bow, and your beautiful handmade shaped box is complete! 🎀
Creative Ideas for Your Shaped Box
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Christmas Wrapping: Use festive patterned paper and gold ribbon.
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Party Favours: Match paper colours to your celebration theme.
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Weddings: Elegant pearl or floral paper makes a perfect favour box.
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Birthdays: Bright, fun papers add a cheerful surprise!
Why You’ll Love This Craft
This shaped box is quick to make, but the results look professional and eye-catching. It’s a great project for beginner paper crafters and experienced makers alike. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up leftover patterned paper in your craft stash.
Give it a try—you’ll be amazed at how simple it is to create beautiful, bespoke gift packaging at home.
✨ Ready to start crafting? Grab your Circle Nesting Dies and favourite papers, and let’s get making!
