Inspired by this month’s give-back theme for the Fiesta Movement, what do you plan on giving this year? I love this idea of paying it backward! I've been a lucky recipient of in years past (way before blogs were ever a thing). It's great how such a small gesture can brighten someone's day. Ford Fiesta is teaming up with What's Trending for a Tube-A-Thon benefit for Covenant house. Click here to participate and find out more.
It's that time of year when my family comes in town and we make caramels! My mom will be in town in about a week so I thought I would get the ball rolling a little earlier on this year's candy/gift box. Introducing the 7th Annual Christmas Candy Box!
Last year we were in such a rush I ended up doorbell ditching most of my candy boxes on our way out of town. This year I look forward to getting these babies done in plenty of time to spare. And this year's design is so easy, I'll have a load of these boxes made up in no time.
Each year, I'm limited to the constrains of the print margins of an 8x10 piece of paper. It's really not much room when it comes to making boxes. I've found that pillow boxes are great, but they can be a pain in the rear to score and fold.
Regular boxes can be easier, but there are too many sides to cut and glue. However, a three-sided box is just the trick! I can make it nice and roomy, it's easy to cut and fold, and the triangles are fun. I was able to cut the whole template with regular scissors and fold with just a bone folder (a credit card would do just fine).
The box is 5.75 x 2.5 x 2.5. It's the right size for a small assortment of candies, jewelry, baby clothes (a onesie would fit perfectly in here) and gift cards. I designed the box very much like this year's thank you printable. They match! Looking for more shapes and designs? Check out previous years:
2007 • 2008 • 2009 • 2010 • 2011 • 2012
I've got two versions of the little gift box, one with a label and one without. Download the free* printable below.