Gift Card Pillow Box

So, I haven’t branched into tutorials in any way on here yet; but, since today’s project took a lot of trial and error (I made 5 or 6 versions before I got it right…lol), I decided to share my dimensions and notes.  Let me know if you decide to make any – I would love to see your versions!

Supplies:

DSP or Cardstock measuring 6” x 5 1/4”

5” circle to use as a stencil

Pencil (optional)

Scissors

Stylus or score tool

Punch for thumb holes

Adhesive

Chosen decor

 

On the 6” side, score and fold at 2 3/4” and 5 1/2”. 

Now place the curve of your circle stencil at the center of the [now] 2 3/4’' side and use your pencil or score tool to trace this curve onto your paper at both ends.  Cut along this curve at both ends.

Now place your stencil edges at the corners of the curves that you just created and score as deeply as possible without cracking/cutting your paper.

Create thumb holes in each flap that is near the 1/2” section.

Fold your semi-circle score lines as best as possible.

Notch your 1/2” section deeply.

Use adhesive of choice along the 1/2” section and seal the box.

Decorate as desired, fold in ends, insert gift card, and give with joy :D

If you want to create some that are only deep enough for gift cards, but can be embossed using an A2 Embossing Folder and something as small as a Texture Boutique start with a piece of paper/cardstock that is 4 1/4” x 5 7/8”.  Score as usual, but use a 10 3/8” circle as your stencil.  Emboss as desired.  Seal, decorate, fold in ends, and give :)