I wanted to make something that was easy, and pretty, but easily changed and embellished. I think it turned out pretty AWESOME, but you will have to let me know in a comment at the bottom of the post!
You will need the scallop edge punch, and the double rectangle punch (so perfect for the 1/4 grosgrain ribbon), and the 1 1/4 square punch (not shown).
You will also need a piece of CS that is 4 X 12, 2 pieces that are 3 1/4 C 1 3/4, and two scrap pieces of white that are at least 4 inches long. You are going to need some ribbon, and scrap CS for embellishing as desired.
I used scrap pieces for everything, but the 4 X 12 CS. This was, you can get 3 containers out of one sheet. That makes it a really inexpensive way to package up pretty much anything!!
Score the piece of 4 X 12 at 4, 6 1/4, and 10 1/4. Then score the (2) 3 1/4 X 1 3/4 pieces at 1/2 on 3 sides. Fold them over, and cut the bottoms corners out on the score lines as shown.
Fold the 4 X 12 piece on all the score lines, and on the 1 3/4 X 4 flap, use your scallop edge punch to finish of the edge. Then punch the flap with the double rectangle in the middle, and fold it down onto the front of the box. Trace the holes on the layer underneath, to make sure it will all be lined up, punching that layer then too.
Take one piece of scrap white CS (mine was about 1 inch wide), and line it up on the edge of the flap. Trace the holes on it and punch it, too. Then, taking some ribbon, thread it through the holes, and adhere it to the back.
Adhere it to the flap, making sure to line it up with the holes you already have. I then used my other piece of scrap white to make another scallop edge for the bottom and, making sure it did not cover the holes, attached it to the back of the flap.
Then, I used my 1 1/4 square punch to make the window. I pushed it into the CS as far as it could go, so that the window was about 2 inches from the top. You are now punching are the flap FARTHEST from the scallop edge (this flap measure 4 X 4). Then turn it over, and punch in from the other side, lining up over the other hole, as pictured above.
Now, taking your 3 1/4 X 1 3/4 pieces, add sticky strip to each of the flaps you created with the scoring. Removing the liner from the long edge and one small one, adhere it to the middle small scored area on the 4 X 12 CS. Adhere the other one the same way, and when you are ready to assemble the box, remove the last of the liners, and fold up the back of the box. Thread enough ribbon through the holes on the front of the box, that you will be able to tie a bow.
Fill up your box with the GIFT, and pull the ribbon through the scallop edge flap. Tie a bow, a then embellish as you see fit. I used the branch punch, and the mini butterfly punch (both Martha Stewart), and glued them around the window. I also covered the butterflies with Stickles from All That Scraps. You can fill this with anything, from chocolates, to cookies, to embellishments, to whatever you think you could fit in there! It would make a nice gift box for teachers or friends at Valentine's. You could cover it with DP to make it fit a theme, or use a scallop nestie or punch to create the window. So many possibilities, so little time (good thing, I make time...hehehe). Have fun and happy stamping!!
Cutest thing I have seen in a long while! Thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: Tana Hendricks | July 20, 2012 at 06:07 PM
EEEEKKKK!!! How adorable!!
Posted by: Starla(star) | January 13, 2009 at 09:12 AM
Absolutely Gorgeous!!! You are a creative genius!!! Love it! Thanks for Sharing.
Posted by: Matilde | January 13, 2009 at 02:34 AM
Another winner, Julie! I'm on the CASE!!! :)
Thanks for generously sharing. Karlie
Posted by: Karlie | January 12, 2009 at 08:15 PM
It's great Julie! Thanks for sharing with us how you did it.
Posted by: Holly | January 12, 2009 at 08:09 AM
What a fabulous idea!! This box is just darling!! TFS your tutorial!!
Posted by: Vicki | January 12, 2009 at 07:58 AM
So cute! I just did a Yankee Swap with my demonstrators last night and I have to save this idea for next year! It's lovely! TFS!
Posted by: jeanne nielsen | January 12, 2009 at 06:37 AM
i love this gift box! its so charming! TFS!
Posted by: sheene | January 12, 2009 at 01:54 AM
Yup, you're right! It is pretty AWESOME! Thanks for the great instructions.
Posted by: rebecca | January 11, 2009 at 11:42 PM
Julie...this is so cute. Thank you so much for showing how you made the holder! Great job!
Posted by: jules p | January 11, 2009 at 08:23 PM
That box is darling. I am going to do a gift to make using the bee set with honey and recipe to make rolls or biscuits. That would be perfect to use for my class. Do you mind. What a cute idea.
Marcia
Posted by: marcia faulhaber | January 11, 2009 at 07:02 PM
Ooh lala! Beautiful!
Posted by: Jennifer Love | January 11, 2009 at 06:46 PM
Oh Julie that box is adorable!!!! I love it! Thanks for sharing!
Diane
Posted by: Diane Cooper | January 11, 2009 at 06:00 PM
I love this little box and the bath salts idea. Might have to include this in my Valentine Stamp Camp! TFS
Posted by: Dani Miller | January 11, 2009 at 05:57 PM
you are truly amazing...i can't wait to get your posts every day to see what you've come up with...keep it going!!!
Posted by: lindsay | January 11, 2009 at 05:42 PM
This is beautiful! Such a perfect little gift. I can't wait to try!
Posted by: Lori A. | January 11, 2009 at 05:13 PM
Awesome packaging. Love the pretty butterflies on the box... I have to try that bath salt... so easy. Just don't know who to give it to. :o) TFS!
Posted by: Monika/buzsy | January 11, 2009 at 05:13 PM
Wow Jules, great job. That would make an awesome gift. TFS.
Ter:)
Posted by: Terri | January 11, 2009 at 05:08 PM
What an absolutely perfect gift box for the bath salts. Now I will have to try and make both. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Lynette | January 11, 2009 at 05:05 PM
Julie,
This is beautiful! Thanks for sharing. Love your projects.
Posted by: Cindee Wilkinson | January 11, 2009 at 05:00 PM
How cute is that! I would just love receiving this as a gift. I have done the Epsom salts before, but they look so much better with your presentation.
Posted by: Darlene L | January 11, 2009 at 04:49 PM
WOW!! This is so pretty. I love it. I don't know if I could actually make this, however, I sure think it is pretty. Thanks for sharing.
Denise
Posted by: Denise | January 11, 2009 at 04:44 PM
Beautiful, would love to be the one to get those as a gift. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Erin | January 11, 2009 at 04:16 PM
Oh my goodness, this is just as adorable as it can be!!! I love how you pkg'd it!
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | January 11, 2009 at 04:11 PM
Julie, What a great idea! Your box is so cute!
Posted by: Jody Marcelis | January 11, 2009 at 03:29 PM