Petal Top Cinch Neck Gift Boxes

 

Eye-catching six-sided gift box has six petal-shaped extensions 
at upper “opening” end where narrow neck panels 

can cinch inward to allow ribbon tie closure. 

Bottom has latch style extensions which overlap 

to form slot for final tab to be inserted, allowing the box 

to be unassembled and flattened for storage and re-use. 

Add slight offset accent panels to decorate box sides, 

and optional interior hexagon bottom stabilizer. 

Box design is available in three sizes, with a window

variation available in tallest version.

Tall boxes measure approx. 6.5” tall x 2.125” wide x 2.5” deep.

Medium box measures approx. 4.875” tall x 2.125” wide x 2.5” deep.

 Short box measures approx. 5.75” tall x 2.125” wide x 2.5”. 

Shaped gift tags and a sticker design coordinate well

with these gift boxes.

NOTE that box assembly is identical for ALL sizes,

with window variation including only a couple of

different steps which will be shown at the end

of regular assembly, in Step 9.

 The TALL box will be used

to demonstrate assembly in this tutorial.

ASSEMBLY: 1. Identify and cut the shapes:

A main box hull

B interior "floor" reinforcement hexagon

C side wall offset accent overlays (6)

2. Prepare the hull shape by folding on perforation lines

as valley or mountain folds, following this diagram:

A) fold vertical perforation line back as "mountain" folds,

including the upper shorter segment'

B) fold the short lines at the top of the side walls

as "mountain" folds;

C) fold the short lines at the bottom of the side walls

as "mountain" folds;

D) fold the "narrow neck" perf line pairs forward

as "valley" folds;

E) fold the upper "petal" center lines that are between

the previously-folded mountain folds as "valley" folds;

F) add slight forward or "valley" bend to the opposing

very short angled lines that are just above the narrow

neck perf lines. These lines work together with

the valley folds in Step E above to allow petal shapes

to contour appropriately.

3. Form the hull into a tube to bring the plain side edge

around into position to overlap the opposite 

long flange tab to perforation fold . . . 

. . . both the long tab and the shorter upper tab . . .

. . . adjust, and glue the seam. 

NOTE that the symmetry of the shape will allow it

to be flattened so that fingertip pressure can be applied

along the entire length of the seam. Allow to dry

thoroughly, and make sure the upper, shorter seam

is totally secure before proceeding.

4. Position each accent wall panel overlay centered

within the hull wall panel segments as defined by

perforation lines, then glue in place.

5. Help the upper "closure" form properly by cinching

in at the narrow neck until the side edges of

neck panels touch. This will be the final position

once the box is completed, allowing ribbon or cord

to wrap and tie.

6. Prepare to close the bottom latch shapes by first

identifying the 'A' and 'B' symbols cut into three

of the extensions. Then proceed to bend each

in toward center in sequence:

first fold 'A' extension, then . . .

. . . fold both 'B' extensions inward.

Next, fold the remaining "triangle" extensions pair

inward, and finally . . .

. . . fold the "tab" extension inward.

Bend the 'A' extension (and others as needful)

slightly downward into the tube to allow the tab end

to slip into the slot that is formed, then . . .

. . . allow all extensions to return to their

perpendicular positions. NOTE that it may be

helpful to insert a rod-like tool into the box tube

interior to assist with this repositioning.

NOTE: to re-use the box, the latch arrangement can

be undone by working in reverse order so that

the box can be re-folded into flattened position.

7. To help reinforce the bottom of the box and add

strength and shape, insert the "floor" hexagon into

the interior of box, and use tool to help slide it down

into position, flush with bottom latch panels.

(If you don't plan to 'unfold' and store the box for

subsequent use later, this hex panel can be 

glued into place.)

8. Finish the box by inserting gift contents, then

cinching in the petal top, tying with ribbon at

narrow neck.

Here is the completed gift box.

Consider embellishing with label and tag elements

available in the Hearthsewn portfolio.

9. For the tall window box, here are the cut shapes:

A main hull   B clear vinyl window cover panel

C window wall accent overlay

D regular wall accent overlays (5)

E bottom "floor" hex panel

10. Follow the regular hull prep as described in

Step 2. 

11. Prepare the clear window underlay shape by

applying two-sided adhesive strips or equivalent

along the edges, then . . .

. . . positioning on the backside of the hull so that

the window opening is centered within panel edges,

then adhere in place.

12. Complete the remaining regular assembly

by attaching wall accent overlays, including

the unique window accent overlay as shown here.

Wedding Cake Ornament to Decorate

Here’s an activity for bridal shower or engagement tea 

suitable for children or adults featuring 

a simple three-tier wedding cake on stand. 

Use “hanging” ornament base shape with 

punch hole at top, or basic base shape where 

a magnet strip can be attached on backside. 

For thickened “chip board” style, cut several base shapes 

to stack and glue together, with plain or printed front 

(and back if desired) attached on top. 

Several options for decorating include 

using “print & cut” process to create line drawing 

to color or adorn with single or connected jewels, 

glitter, or the “sprinkle” cut-outs 

(cut file includes mini-strips, triangles or circles), 

or tier cut shapes to overlay and glue in place. 

Ornament measures approx. 3.44” wide x 4.75” tall. 

ASSEMBLY: 1. Identify and cut the shapes:

A opt. "print & cut" printed ornament front

or or plain, unprinted front for accent decorating

B interior shapes to stack and glue together

for thickness (4-5)

C backside of ornament

D cake base accent (whole shape shown here;

layer accents also included)

E "ribbon" accents for layers

F "bead" icing punch dots for defining layers

G "sprinkles" paper confetti rectangles,

circles and triangles (or substitute gems, etc.)

2. Prepare the ornament shape by layering the interior

cut shapes, stacking with cut edges aligned as precisely

as possible throughout, with . . .

. . . printed front on top, and back "face" shape

onto bottom of stack.

Immediately place the stack on flat surface and press

by placing a flat heavy object such as this thick book

on top, possibly with something else heavy on top,

and allow to dry for several hours or over night

until completely cured. This will help minimize any

curling or warping of the shape due to drying of

liquid adhesive.

3. For the paper decorated version, add the top "plate"

and bottom "foot" shapes to the stand base shape.

Next, position and attach cake and stand shapes

to the thick ornament base, leaving even offset

margin all around,

3. Add the "ribbon" shapes and "bead" punch circles

rows at the bottom of each layer. For this sample,

the beads were cut side by side (touching), then

cello tape was used to carefully lift them in their

three lengths from the cutting mat, and . . .

. . . transferred and attached to the ornament 

under construction.

4. Continue decorating as desired. Here the multi-

colored "sprinkles" are randomly added to the layers

using preferred tools, until desired affect is achieved.

Here is the completed ornament, with soft ribbon

(or twine) hang loop.

Happy Everafter Stitched Border Card

Keepsake stitched 5x7 card expresses 

“we wish you happy ever after” across upper panel, 

combining “print & cut” panel with 

printed sentiment first words, 

and paper cut out for remaining words. 

(Plain panel is also included for other options.) 

Select a two- or multi-colored paper print to feature 

for the card base that shows behind front decoration 

panels to direct choice of two colors of regular 

embroidery floss to complete charted design 

(included as part of the instructions). 

Stitching and assembly for this card is identical

to the Mother's Day stitched card.

Find that tutorial by following this LINK.

Shamrock Thin Treat Jar Box

A narrow dimensional container is hidden between 

front and back shamrock window panels 

with clear liners. 

Add offset accent panels and contrast window outline 

overlays to front and back. 

Jar neck accents add a touch of realism. 

Assemble and join box and panels with hinge 

to attach back panel, fill with loose treats and 

close top flap, swing back panel into place and attach 

with temp sticky dot. 

Prepare and attach “Lucky Charms” print & cut tag, 

then gift for an extra special St. Patrick’s day 

or good luck token. 

When fully assembled, box with panels 

measures approx. 3.75” wide x 6” tall. 

Container compartment measures 

approx. 4.63” tall x 2.75” wide x .63” deep

ASSEMBLY: 1. Identify and cut the shapes:

A front main base panel

B decorative front overlay

C front window rim overlay

D back main base panel

E decorative back overlay

F back window rim overlay

G lid accent overlays with "threads" bar details

H compartment   I window see-thru panels (2)

J container hinge to attach back base panel

K opt. tag base with print & cut "Lucky Charms" phrase

Use the Silhouette Cameo and software process

to prepare the tag "print & cut" shape.

2. Prepare the container shape by bending back on

all perforations for front and back walls, boxing side

walls and flange, top and bottom walls and tabs.

3. Prepare the window panels by applying double-stick

tape (such as the Kool Tak ultra clear 1/8" side

tape with backer) exactly along the edges of

the window panels. Then . . .

. . . remove tape liner, position the window panel

on the container backside, between the wall edge

perforations, and centered top-to-bottom to cover

the shamrock opening.

4. Bend the container shape into a "tube" to bring

the straight edge of side boxing wall to overlap

the opposite flange tab perforation, adjust for

alignment, then . . .

. . . attach the seam. NOTE that symmetry of this shape

will allow it to be flattened, bending along perforation

lines, so that fingertip pressure can be applied

along the seam area. Once secure, pop back into

container form.

5. Close the bottom of container by ending side

tabs inward, tucking bottom flap inside the box,

and join in place with double-stick tape or adhesive.

NOTE that it may be helpful to use a rod-like tool

inserted inside the container to help provide 

a "press-against" surface to adhere bottom seam.

6. Close the top end in similar manner, except

 the flaps need to remain unattached so that

the container can be opened and closed.

7. The mason jar box is designed so that

the back panel assembly can be bent away from

the container to allow top to be opened. The side

hinge attachment allows this to work.

Prepare the hinge shape by bending along

perforation as mountain fold..

8. Position the rectangle side wall portion over

the right side wall (with back of container facing you),

centered top to bottom . . .

. . . so that the tab cut out edges are offset slightly

beyond the shamrock window cut out edges . . .

. . . then without shifting alignment, attach 

the rectangle portion to the side wall.

8. For FRONT assembly, apply glue to the front

of the container, then . . .

. . . position the front panel over the front of

the container so that the shamrock cut out

edges align as precisely as possible . . .

. . . then glue in place. Place a light to medium-

weight book on top of the assembly to help

press the panel in place.

9. Repeat Step 8 for the back panel, except 

only apply glue to the flange portion of

the hinge as shown here, then . . .

. . . carefully position back panel with window

cutout edges precisely aligned, and attach

backside of back panel to flange.

Press in place until secure as for front panel.

10. Position and attach the shamrock rim shapes

to corresponding front or back decorative panels.

11. Position and attach the decorating panel

front or back to corresponding front or back

attached panels, keeping the offset margin even

all around, with bottom edges matched,

and window openings offset, as shown.

12. Position and attach the lid accent shape and

lid rim accent shape where wall panel offset edges

or cut edges indicate.

Also position and attach shorter strips where panel

lid area edge shapes indicate they should be placed.

13. Open container to tuck or pour in candy,

then tuck top down into position to close.

14. Complete the package by attaching a sticky

dot or other equivalent temporary adhesive

to the open-side edge of container, then . . .

. . . close the back and press surfaces

together to attach sticky dot to back panel.

15. Layer the tag with tag base, aligning punch hole

edges, with outer edges offset slightly.

16. Finish by attaching prepared tag to

lid area of front panel with twine or

narrow ribbon. 

Here is the completed gift box.