OK - dingbat that I am, I gave away the gift boxes without writing down the measurements. So, I had to make another and remeasure...
. Seriously, I don't remember being this blonde, honestly !! Ok, let's get started.
First, you need 2 pieces of CS that measure 5 1/2 X 5. Then you need a piece of DP that is 3 3/8 X 2 7/8. Your last piece of DP should measure 13/16 wide, but it will be cut into 2 pieces that are 2 7/8 long and 2 pieces that are 3 3/8 long.
You will also need a couple of scrap pieces of CS that are the same color as your box. This will be for the faux ribbon across the top.
Take one of the 5 1/2 X 5 pieces and score it all the way around at 1 inch. This is the bottom of the box. The next piece needs to be scored at 15/16. Click on the second picture for a close up view of what it should look like. Mark this one as "top" on the box.
Cut on one score line on each side of the box, I always do the left one. Now, you can fold all the score lines to makes it easier to adhere it together. I marked the one as the top, but did it on the wrong side. Make sure to do it on the side the you will glue the DP over to cover it. Now, you can glue them both together.
I took two pieces of scrap CS and faux stitched along each side, gluing them to the lid. One was 5 inches long and the other was 5 1/2 inches and both were 1/2 wide.
Take 4 pieces of scrap DP and cut them to 3/8 X 2 1/4. Cut the next 4 to be 3/8 X 1 3/4, and the last one to 3/8 X 1 /4. Add a bit of glue to the one side and fold the other end over on to the glue.
After you have glued the 8 longer ones together, glue the smallest one in a circle. Glue the largest loops together at the quarters on the clock, then glue the next size on top in the spaces left. Then finally, glue the circle loop on top.
Then adhere your finished bow to the top of the box. I used ribbon strips for the box HERE. I did the exact same thing as the paper strips to make the bow, but adhered it all together with sticky strip.
I hope you enjoy making the box. It really is not that hard, but is a nicer way to "present a gift" card. Have fun and happy crafting!!
OMG! I love it!
Posted by: April D | January 06, 2009 at 09:02 PM
This is great! Thanks. Love your bow too!
Posted by: Toni K | January 04, 2009 at 01:07 PM
This is great! Thanks. Love your bow too!
Posted by: Toni K | January 04, 2009 at 01:01 PM
Hi Julie, got to tell you how much I enjoy your posts!!! I learn a lot from all the great crafters out there and my wish for 2009 is to get at least 1/5 as creative as you guys!!!! I'm new to scrapbooking/card making and I love all the glitter and tools!!! I will continue to watch and learn! Good luck in 2009 and may your creative genius continue to thrive and prosper!!!!!
Posted by: Matilde | January 03, 2009 at 10:38 PM
Thank you!! I can't wait to try this.
Posted by: Lori A. | January 03, 2009 at 08:08 PM
I love this..Thanks for tutorial.. You always make them look so easy!
Posted by: Susan | January 03, 2009 at 11:48 AM
A double sided bow, how cute. Love the whole thing and I can start now to make them and maybe get them done by next holiday! I have an altered book to send my niece and I think I will try to resize that box and make it for the book!
Posted by: Jane Harrah | January 03, 2009 at 08:32 AM
I guess we have something in common--measuring & re-measuring (lol! THX. for sharing this cutie--now I'll make one for me, as I have a stash of this paper.
Posted by: Sue Mac Donald | January 03, 2009 at 08:04 AM
Very cool... I will save it for bday gift cards now! THen I will have them perfect by next Christmas!
Thanks for taking the time to redo it and show us!
Diane
Posted by: Diane Cooper | January 03, 2009 at 07:29 AM
Thank you so much, I especially love the bow with the double sided paper!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | January 03, 2009 at 07:02 AM
I just love this little gift box and bow! I had to laugh when you said you had to measure and re-make the box to complete the tutorial! Often, I created without writing anything down... and when I have something I really like, have to go back and start over!
Posted by: sharon | January 03, 2009 at 06:36 AM
THANKS so much for sharing the great gift idea! Hugs Kay
Posted by: Kay Mespelt | January 03, 2009 at 04:43 AM
Thanks. I've been waiting for the tutorial. If I get started now, I may actually have a few done by the time I need them! Looking forward to more of your great ideas.
Posted by: rebecca | January 03, 2009 at 12:58 AM
That is really neat Julie. Thanks for showing how you made the box and the bow.
Posted by: jules p | January 02, 2009 at 11:44 PM
Great tutorial. This is such an easy way to make boxes. Thanks!
Linda H
Sacramento, CA
PS I'm a brunett and believe me those kinds of errors are not reserved for blondes only!!
Posted by: Linda Henry | January 02, 2009 at 11:28 PM
Don't be so hard on yourself (about forgetting)...I do it ALL the time! Of course, I've got age as an excuse and you don't. :) You make great tutorials. The ribbon is especially clever. Thanks for all you do.
Posted by: Pat J | January 02, 2009 at 11:18 PM