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Create custom-sized boxes using decorative paper with Liana from Creativebug. These pretty paper boxes have their roots in origami, coming together with a series of simple folds. You'll learn how to make box tops with matching bottoms, which make cute gift containers for any occasion.
– For a 3" square box, use two sheets of paper: 8" square and 8 1/2" square
– For a 4" square box, use two sheets of paper: 13" square and 13 1/2" square
– For a 7" square box, use two sheets of paper: 28" square and 28 1/2" square
Materials:
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
SUGGESTED BOX SIZES– For a 3" square box, use two sheets of paper: 8" square and 8 1/2" square
– For a 4" square box, use two sheets of paper: 13" square and 13 1/2" square
– For a 7" square box, use two sheets of paper: 28" square and 28 1/2" square
Materials:
- High quality giftwrap or mid-weight decorative paper (Liana uses one 19” x 27” sheet to make a 5” box)
- Clear gridded ruler
- Rotary cutter
- Bone folder
- Glue stick or washi tape (optional)
Downloads:
- Fold and crease paper with a bone folder
- Make boxes in custom sizes
- Step-by-step expert instruction from Liana Allday on making paper boxes
- 2 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Detailed supplies list
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students





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Great introduction to origami video. Liana walks you through the process of making a simple origami box. Plus, her suggestions on paper size to box size ratios helps with the math part.
April 3, 2023