Mother’s Day is such a special time of the year. Becoming a mom myself has been one of the most exciting and challenging times of my life, and it’s shown me just how special my own mom is too.
I’ve created a range of printable gifts you can color and make for mom in my new Mother’s Day range. You can use the printable Mother’s Day gift tags, bookmarks, Mother’s Day cards and more to create a very special personalized gift for a special mom in your life. I’ve made sure to include both “mom” and “mum” spellings on everything, so everyone can enjoy coloring something special for mom or mum!
I’ve also created a template you can use to make these adorable paper gift boxes to fill with a special Mother’s Day gift. Here’s a look at the final boxes:
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make one of these Mother’s Day paper gift boxes using my free template.
You can download the whole pack of 6 templates in my store.
Before we start, make sure you download the free template by clicking the picture below. Add the template to your cart, then checkout and it will be emailed to you.
This 2 minute video will show you how to assemble your paper gift box.
I printed my template on 200GSM card stock in this video, but you can also use standard printer paper. The thicker card just makes the final gift box a bit stronger. If you’re using thicker card, it’s a good idea to score your paper before folding. In this video I’ve just used a paperclip and ruler to do this, but you can purchase proper scoring equipment (like this one on Amazon – affiliate link) if you prefer. It’s not necessary to score standard printer paper.
How to make your paper gift box: the base
Before you start, make sure you have downloaded and printed the free Mother’s Day paper gift box template.
1. Starting with the base template, color the design and get creative!
2. Cut out the template along the solid line around the outside.
3. Make sure you also cut along the solid lines that separate the white panels from the box. Do not cut along the dotted lines.
4. If you’re using thick card, score along the dotted lines. I’ve just used a paperclip and ruler to do this, but you can purchase proper scoring equipment (like this one on Amazon – affiliate link) if you prefer. Thinner paper won’t require scoring before folding.
5. Fold the template along all the dotted lines, so that the design is on the outside of each fold.
6. Glue the blank panels on each corner.
7. Assemble the base by folding each side and attaching the glued panels.
8. Your base is done! Now it’s time to move on to the lid.
How to make your paper gift box: the lid
1. Color the box lid template and get creative!
2. Cut out the template along the solid line around the outside.
3. Make sure you also cut along the solid lines that separate the white panels from the box. Do not cut along the dotted lines.
4. If you’re using thick card, score along the dotted lines.
5. Fold the template along all the dotted lines, so that the design is on the outside of each fold.
6. Glue the outer strip on all edges and the small white panels.
7. Assemble the lid by folding each side and attaching the glued panels on the inside.
8. Your lid is done!
9. Fill your paper gift box with goodies and give it to someone special for Mother’s Day!
Recommended:
Get the whole pack of 6 different gift box templates for just $4.95 and use them for other occasions too!
I hope you enjoy making these gift boxes! Tell me what you think in the comments and please use the links below to share with your friends or save this post for later!
You can check out my whole range of Mother’s Day printables, craft templates and coloring pages here.
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