On the eve New Year's holidays Shop windows are full of gift boxes, decorative bags, and wrapping paper for every taste. Smiling sellers helpfully offer to provide packaging services New Year's gifts. And all this seems great, because you must admit, it’s much nicer to receive a New Year’s trinket in a beautiful package. But on the other hand, the whole meaning of the gift is lost, the very gift that should be intended specifically for you.
The recipient of the gift will be doubly pleased if, in addition to choosing the gift, you spend a little more time on wrapping it. In this article we will teach you how to make gift boxes from paper or cardboard with your own hands. This is not at all difficult to do, because all the crafts presented with us are accompanied by ready-made diagrams, templates and step-by-step master classes. All you have to do is choose suitable option boxes, print the diagram and glue the paper box according to the instructions. By the way, some of the boxes we present are made using the origami technique, which means that you don’t even need glue!
So, before we get started, let's check if everything is ready. To make a paper gift box with your own hands, you will need: beautiful wrapping paper (you can get by with plain white paper and then decorate it), scissors, pencil, ruler, glue or double-sided tape, and a stationery knife. Everything is? Well then, let's create!
#1 Box “Herringbone”
A great way to pack a small trinket for friends or family is this New Year's themed box. By the way, it’s very easy to do. You will need green paper and hole pliers (although you can do without them). Well, any rhinestones, beads, sequins are suitable for decoration, in general, to your taste!
#2 Gift box “Mint Candy”
And here's another one original version gift box, which you can very easily make with your own hands, especially with our step-by-step master class. You will need red thick paper (for the box itself), as well as White paper for decoration. You can make the upper part of the box with applique or simply color the white sheet with pencils or felt-tip pens. By the way, there doesn’t have to be a lollipop on top. You can dream up a New Year theme and decorate the top of the box, for example, with a snowflake, Christmas ball or angry red M&M's.
#3 Box with lid (diagram)
Well, if you don’t have the time or desire to tinker with the box for a long time, you can use a simple ready-made template. You need to download it, print it, cut it and glue it. Voila, the box is ready! Please note that we have prepared 2 diagrams for you: square (size 5x5) and rectangular (size 7x6x4).
#4 Cup with a gift
But here is a gift packaging option for those who want to surprise with originality - a gift box-cup. It's quite simple to do, but looks impressive! To create, you will need thick paper, scissors and glue. And of course our step-by-step instructions!
#5 New Year's box “Cake”
If new Year party planned in big company, for example in a circle big family, it makes sense to pack gifts for everyone in one large multi-pack box. Packing box the cake consists of 8-10 pieces, each of which represents a separate gift box from paper.
#6 Gift box with lid for muffins and other small items
During the New Year holidays, edible gifts are quite common: various sweets and baked goods. An original gift will be a muffin prepared with your own hands in a designer gift box.
#7 New Year's box “Diamond”
You can pack a New Year's gift in a diamond-shaped gift box. With our scheme, making such intricate packaging will not be difficult. All you have to do is print out the box template, cut it out and glue it according to the instructions. It's simple!
#8 New Year's packaging "Santa"
Very cute New Year's packaging will come out of ordinary paper bag, decorated with paper Santa. Download the Santa pattern, cut it out and glue it onto the bag. New Year's packaging ready with your own hands!
#9 Boxes “Harry Potter”
Fans of stories about Harry Potter will be indescribably delighted when they receive a piece of their favorite hero as a gift. By the way, such a box with magic sweet beans can be a wonderful addition to a set of books about the adventures of a young wizard.
#10 Box “Gingerbread House”
The symbol of the Christmas and New Year holidays, well known to everyone from Hollywood films, is the gingerbread man. You can make a paper box in the shape of a gingerbread man's house. By the way, put yourself in such a house gingerbread men It will be very symbolic, but if you also make them with your own hands, there is no price for such a gift at all! The “Gingerbread House” box is made according to a special pattern, which you can download below. Also below is a master class on making a box with your own hands.
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#11 Box “Heart of four parts”
A cute package consisting of four boxes can be made using our pattern. Giving your loved one not one, but four New Year's gifts at once is a true manifestation of love. You can download the diagram with four boxes and the base for them below.
#12 Box made using origami technique
To make such a gift box you will not need a diagram or template. To make a paper box with a lid, you only need a sheet of paper. The main condition is that the sheet must be square. Strictly follow the instructions of the master class and in 10 minutes you will have the cutest origami gift box made by yourself.
#13 And another option for an origami box
This box is very similar in appearance to the previous one, but the manufacturing method is slightly different. To make this box you will need scissors, but you don’t need a diagram: just a square sheet of paper. Follow the instructions of the master class and you will succeed!
#14 Box using origami technique “Volume Triangle”
If you want to get confused and ready-made templates not for you, then be sure to pay attention to this complex and very impressive gift box. You will need paper and patience. Well, then follow the instructions and everything will work out!
If you like to make gift boxes without templates, glue and scissors, but only with the help of the correct folds of paper, then you will appreciate this box.
#16 Closing box using origami technique
Well, another version of the box using the origami technique. It's quite easy to do, especially if you follow the instructions. By the way, the steps of making the box are described below in the photo instructions.
#17 Box “Cupcake”
Original gift packaging for a gift on New Year It will become a cupcake-shaped box. It looks very impressive, but it will take a little work to create. In general, there is nothing complicated in creating this box; you just need patience and imagination! A step by step wizard see class below.
#18 And another "Cupcake"
And here is another variation on the theme of a gift box in the form of a cupcake. The manufacturing scheme is very similar to the previous one, but you might like it!
#19 Gift box for cookies
A ready-made diagram for making a cardboard box with your own hands. All you need is to use our ready-made diagram, which you need to print, cut out of cardboard, and then glue it together in accordance with the master class.
#20 Chinese style gift box
You can put anything you want in this handmade box. And most importantly, it is done quickly and simply. You can download the box diagram from the link below.
Download the diagram
#21 Gift box in the shape of a cup
Truly original packaged gifts are valued much more than conventional gifts. gift bag. Please pay Special attention for this charming paper box, which you can make with your own hands using our diagram.
How to make a cup
How to make a lid
#22 Box “New Year's Sweater”
This beautiful gift box can be made with your own hands. To do this you will need a diagram, which you can download on our website, scissors, glue and a little patience.
#23 Box with bow closure
Quite simple to make, but very original gift box. You will need a square sheet wrapping paper, glue and master class instructions. 15 minutes - and your gift box is ready!
It’s very easy to make a cardboard box for a New Year’s gift, but for this you will need not only cardboard, but also scissors (a stationery knife) and glue or double-sided tape (for secure fixation). Below is a step-by-step manufacturing master class, following which you can quickly and easily make a cardboard box with your own hands.
If you want to give a delicious gift in the form of cupcakes or muffins, then a paper egg tray would be the ideal packaging for such a gift. Cut the required number of compartments and decorate the top of the box decorative elements, tie with ribbon and Voila! The gift is ready!
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#26 Original box “Milk package”
Another incredibly cool New Year's box that will amaze anyone. You can pack a simple trinket in such an unusual box. It’s quite simple to make it if you use a ready-made diagram, which you can download on our website.
#27 Box with lid
Using our simple pattern, you can easily make a gift box with a paper lid with your own hands in just a few minutes. You can put anything in such a box as a gift: from a cute trinket to sweets self made. You can download the box diagram below.
#28 Packaging box with flower clasp
A simple design for a cute packaging box with a flower clasp. Fast, beautiful, original. Please dear people a gift made with your own hands. You can download the finished diagram from the link below.
#29 Gift box “Petals”
You can make a wonderful box for a New Year's gift with a petal-shaped lid with your own hands. In fact, making such a charm not only won’t take much time, but will also delight you with its cutest quality.
#30 Gift box for New Year's cupcake
You can make a very cute cardboard box with your own hands. It will turn out no worse than store bought. You can make a special bottom for the cake in the box. By placing your little delicious gift in a special stand, you don’t have to worry that all the cream will remain on the box. To make such a cardboard box with your own hands, you need to print the template and follow the instructions of the master class.
#31 Gift box for children “Ice cream”
A New Year's gift should be packed not just well, but with taste. In the “Ice Cream” gift box, your gift will be appreciated! With our scheme, making a delicious box will only bring pleasure!
#32 Packaging box “Candy”
Another option for “delicious” packaging would be a candy-shaped box. To create a New Year's atmosphere, the packaging can be slightly enlivened by adding eyes and a mouth. Download the diagram, print it and glue the box in the right places.
#33 Gift box “Cheerful Bunny”
I always want to give to my dear and close people special gift. And it’s best when this gift is not only special, but also in special packaging that emphasizes the significance of a particular person. Making such a paper box with your own hands is not difficult if you download the diagram from the link below.
Download the diagram
#35 Box “Funny Frog”
Another very cheerful and positive box for New Year's gifts is “Cheerful Frog”. It’s done quickly and gives a lot of emotions! Download the diagram and please your loved ones with a merry New Year's box.
#36 Box with a face
You can also pack a gift in an original way in a box made of plain white paper, adding some details on it in the form of eyes and a mouth, thus bringing the gift to life. With our ready-made diagram, making such a box is not at all difficult. Just download the diagram, print and glue.
#37 Gift box “Birdhouse”
Let's start with perhaps the most unusual paper gift box. Making such a birdhouse is quite simple when you have a ready-made diagram. The diagram needs to be printed, transferred to suitable paper, cut out and glued in certain places. Complex and intricate at first glance, DIY boxes will be ready in 10-15 minutes. 
#38 Box “Apple”
A gift in a paper box in the shape of an apple will be original. With such a box, choosing a gift is quite easy - gelatin worms will come in handy. Making such a box with your own hands with the appropriate diagram is very simple; the manufacturing process will take no more than 10 minutes!
#39 Box “Christmas wreath”
There is no limit to your originality, we just give you direction, and then you create on your own. You can come up with a lot of boxes for the New Year theme, for example, in the form of a Christmas wreath. Very symbolic!
Well, what would a real New Year be without the Nutcracker and music from the famous ballet by P.I. Tchaikovsky? A great gift would be a bag of nuts with a nutcracker tag attached. himself fairy tale hero You can draw it yourself, but if you have no inclination to draw, you can find an image of the Nutcracker on the Internet and print it, then cut it out and attach it to the bag.
Summary: DIY gift boxes. How to make a box out of paper. Box diagrams. Cardboard box. Origami box. How to wrap a gift beautifully. DIY gift wrapping.
Nowadays there is no shortage of gift wrapping options in stores. Helpful sellers will offer you gift boxes, decorative bags, gift paper for every taste. But you must admit that it is much more interesting to make the packaging yourself. And the recipient of the gift will be doubly pleased, because by taking the time to select and wrap the gift, you thereby showed attention to it. In this article we want to offer you different variants Making boxes from paper and cardboard with your own hands. All crafts are accompanied by ready-made box patterns. You just need to choose the gift box you like, print out the diagram and glue the box with your own hands according to the instructions.
1. DIY box
We will start our article with original boxes in the shape of pyramids. Download the box diagram, print it on thick paper or cardboard, use a hole punch to make holes as shown in the instructions for making a box with your own hands. Collect the box and tie it up beautiful ribbon. The gift wrapping is ready! Note: boxes made from corrugated cardboard will look beautiful.
2. How to make a paper box
Don't know how to make a box with your own hands? Then use our ready-made paper box designs.
Gift box with a heart. Such packaging will be especially relevant for a gift on February 14 or March 8.
Here is another version of a cardboard box with hearts >>>>
3. Gift boxes. Gift boxes
Pink and blue gift boxes with white polka dots. You can put cookies or candy in this gift box. It will be great if you bake the cookies yourself.
Pink box diagram >>>>
Blue box diagram >>>>
Instructions >>>>
4. How to make a box out of paper. Box diagrams
Ideal for making paper boxes with your own hands decorative paper for scrapbooking. Make holiday packaging out of it according to the pattern. Use the instructions
5. Cardboard box for a DIY gift
We invite you to make a bonbonniere with your own hands. A bonbonniere is a beautifully decorated box for chocolates. Bonbonnieres are usually given to guests at a wedding as a sign of gratitude for attending the celebration. Also, such cardboard boxes filled with candies and nuts can be given to children who come to your child’s birthday. In the photo below you see classic version this handmade gift wrapping.
6. Do-it-yourself packaging. How to make a box
Most big choice DIY boxes are presented on the Creative Park website from Canon.
8. DIY box. How to make a box
Original boxes for small gifts or sweets you will find in the section
Hello again, DIY craft lovers! Today we will tell you how to make paper candies different ways. Such sweets can decorate the interior, culinary products, or be used as a gift box. And we'll show you a few different ones interesting options this DIY craft. Below is a video of candy making.
1 option
When you make these candies with your own hands using this option, they will look very much like the real thing; many may not even believe that they are made of paper. They can be used to decorate culinary products or fill a vase for treats as decor.
Prepare in advance corrugated paper (preferably different colors), several toothpicks, threads (to match the color of the corrugated sheet), paper glue, silicone glue, scissors and of course balls of the same size (1.5-2 cm).
1 step .
Initially n hello cut out corrugated paper rectangle measuring 10 cm x 8 cm. Then apply a little paper glue to the ball. And then place the ball on the edge of the sheet in the middle and wrap the ball in paper, as shown in the photo below. 
Step 2 .
After this, tie the edges of the sheet with thread on one side and the other of the ball, do not forget to trim off the remaining threads so that nothing is visible. Next, if there are long edges of the paper left, carefully cut them with scissors, leaving 2 cm on each side.
Step 3 . Fluff the remaining edges of the paper of the resulting caramel, you get a beautiful candy. Finally, dip a toothpick in some silicone glue and stick it to the middle of the candy ball. Here you have a real caramel made with your own hands.
I hope you enjoyed this master class! 
How to make candy out of paper.
Option 2
In this master class we will tell you how to make a box in the form big candy, in which you can put really real sweets and give them to a loved one.
We prepare colored cardboard, scissors, a stationery knife, pencil, and glue for paper.
1 step . We cut out, retreating 1.5 cm from the opposite edges, three equilateral rhombuses. We also cut out 2 half-diamonds from the other opposite edges of the cardboard (see photo).
Step 2 .
Pay attention to how to cut out small details along the edges of the cardboard (shown in circles in the photo). They are needed for further gluing of origami. 
Step 3 .
Roll the template until it takes a candy-like shape. Then glue the edges. 
Step 4 .
To make the candy more like the real thing, glue beautiful stickers on it, and you can also sign who this surprise is intended for. 
Step 5 .
Tie it up a ribbon from one edge of the caramel. Place various small candies inside and tie the other edge with the same ribbon.
An original compliment in the form of a candy will delight your loved ones; you can also make such a candy and give it to your work colleagues in the morning (or on any holiday), their mood will definitely improve and they will appreciate your work.
Thank you for using our master class! 
Origami paper candy.
Option 3
Here is a brief diagram of how you can make a beautiful gift box - candy, in which you can put something small. Take cardboard (colored), scissors, dense threads, then try to follow all the steps and you will get an excellent candy box.
First, cut out a rectangle from cardboard measuring 21-21.5 cm by 38 cm. 
Measure out all the necessary parts using a ruler, as in the picture, and carefully cut them out (use a utility knife). 
Bend the workpiece along the fold lines. 
Roll the workpiece into a cylinder and glue the edges together with glue. Fill the candy with whatever you want to give. Then tie with a thread on both sides. It turned out to be a cute gift in original packaging.
Thank you for your attention! 
Paper candy diagram
Take a square sheet, fold it in half (Fig. 1), then into 3 more parts (Fig. 2). Find the middle of the workpiece and make two folds on both sides (Fig. 3). On the resulting edges of the paper, mark further fold lines (Fig. 4) and fold inward along the lines (Fig. 5). Turn the craft over and color it beautiful pencils, so the candy turned out (Fig. 6).
Thank you for your attention to our master class!
Useful tips
Almost all people love sweets, even if for some reason they have to give it up.
But still unexpected surprise in the form of candies beautiful box similar to one big candy, will please anyone.
Standard packaging is boring, but the packaging... handmade unique.
To create such paper candy , you won't need much time.
Here are just a few manufacturing options beautiful packaging in the form of candy.
DIY paper candies
You will need:
Thin cardboard
Colored paper
Pencil
Ruler
PVA glue
Scissors
1. Prepare a sheet thin cardboard and using a pencil and ruler, draw three parallel horizontal lines - the distance between each line is the same.
2. Add a fourth line, which is 0.5 cm from the edge of the paper.
3. Now you need to draw lines perpendicular to those you have already drawn. To do this, measure from the left and right sides 5 cm each and draw vertical lines.
4. Step back another 4 cm from the vertical lines and again draw 2 parallel vertical lines.
5. In the place where the lines intersect, draw diamonds and, using scissors or a stationery knife, cut them out.
6. To make it easier for you to glue the workpiece, on one side of the future candy you should cut out the edges of the outer rhombus and you need to do this in the shape of cloves.
On the opposite side, the edges of the diamond need to be cut off (see image).
7. Based on the horizontal lines you drew, make the folds. Make sure that the candy does not lose its shape.
8. Now glue the workpiece, but leave the ends free.
9. Decorate the paper candy. Scrapbooking paper or plain paper with a design printed on it will help you with this.
Use your imagination - you can decorate with glitter, stickers, etc.
10. Fill the candy bar with sweets. Do this through one of the sides of the package.
11. Prepare a satin ribbon and tie the ends of the paper candy with it.
*This gift is safe for children.
* Such candies can also decorate christmas tree.
Paper candy. Option 2.
Corrugated paper candies
This origami candy can be used to decorate gifts, cards, home or Christmas tree.
It's very easy to do.
You will need:
Corrugated paper
Decorations
1. Prepare a sheet of corrugated paper and fold it in half vertically.
2. By eye, divide the paper into 3 equal parts. Horizontally bend the 2 extreme parts towards the middle.
3. Now turn the workpiece over and create 2 folds on each side towards the center.
4. Turn the workpiece over. Fold its edges into triangles (see image).
5. Pull the ends of the candy.
6. You can decorate the paper candy with ribbons (with which you can hang it on a Christmas tree, for example) or draw various patterns with felt-tip pens.
Paper candy (video)
You will need:
Double-sided paper
If desired, paints and/or markers
Decorating a cupcake with paper candies
You will need:
Corrugated paper
Glue stick
Toothpicks
Small foam balls
Scissors
PVA glue
Thick thread
1. Cut out a piece of corrugated paper so that it can be used to wrap a small foam ball, and at the same time remain long ends at the paper.
2. Apply glue to the ball.
3. Place the ball in the middle of the cut piece of paper and start wrapping it.
4. Set the ball aside and let it dry.
5. Thread or satin ribbon tie the ends of the candy.
*If the paper is too long, you can shorten it with scissors.
6. Apply glue to a toothpick and insert it into the future candy.
* You can make a garland and several similar candies and decorate your house with it.
In this article you will learn how to make decorative candies to decorate your home during the holidays.
How to make candy from wrapping paper and cardboard step by step with your own hands: master class, photo
Paper candies are spectacular and very beautiful decoration for any holiday. They can be used to decorate Christmas trees, rooms for a birthday or wedding, for a bachelorette party or anniversary. If you wish, you can make the candy of any size, leave it empty or fill it with some kind of surprise gift: sweets, Stuffed Toys, confetti and much more.
As materials for work you can use:
- Corrugated paper
- Wrapping paper for gifts
- Colored paper
- Colored cardboard
- Plain cardboard (packaging)
- Designer paper
- Foil
- Polyethylene
- Textile
Of course, wrapping paper looks the most impressive. You can purchase it in any office, souvenirs, decorations and gifts department. The advantage of paper is that you can choose a design on it based on the upcoming holiday.
To work, you also need to prepare:
- Serpentine
- Cardboard
- Satin ribbon
- Scotch
- Scissors
- Ruler
How to make decorative candy:
- Prepare all tools and materials for work
- Unfold the roll of wrapping paper
- You need to cut a piece measuring 30 cm by 30 cm from the roll (if you need candy bigger size, increase the size of the sheet or glue it together).
- Form a “candy” from a sheet of cardboard. It can be a cylinder or a rectangle. It is also convenient to use a shoe box as a base.
- Place the cardboard base of the “candy” on the edge of a sheet of wrapping paper exactly in the middle.
- Start rolling the “candy” by carefully rolling the mold into a roll.
- Then you must fix the edge; to do this, coat it with glue or glue it with tape (more convenient and durable).
- The edges of the “candy” should be wrapped with “tails”. After you twist them, secure the “tails” with ribbon or serpentine, tying a bow or a knot.
- Your “candy” is ready; if you wish, you can decorate it with any decorative material at hand.
How to make a New Year's candy out of paper: template, photo
You can decorate your Christmas tree or home for the holidays with the help of a “Christmas candy.” It is very simple to make, by folding two sheets of colored paper - red and white.
Depending on what size lollipop you require, you can prepare a large or small size sheet of colored paper. Roll and fold the paper step by step, following the diagram:
- Take two sheets of colored paper
- Paper colors should be on the outside
- Fold two sheets into a triangle (2 pcs.)
- The triangle is superimposed on the triangle (not exactly, but with a slight shift down)
- Start twisting the stick from the wide side
- For ease of twisting, you can put a long wooden kebab skewer or knitting needle inside.
- Continue twisting until you get a nice tube
- Crochet the top of the resulting tube
IMPORTANT: For ease of twisting and bending the candy, you must work with paper napkins(red and white).
New Year's volumetric origami candy large from whatman paper: diagram, A4 sheet template: diagram, stencil
Candy big size made from whatman paper (white or colored) is suitable for decoration street tree. In addition, it can be hung as home decoration on the wall or furniture.
What you will need for work:
- Whatman paper - 1 pc. (for one candy)
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Scotch
- Ribbon or serpentine
- The sheet must be folded crosswise 6 times
- Then make markings on both sides of the rolled paper (using a pencil).
- Cut out the outline of the candy
- Unwind Whatman paper
- Roll up the candy
- Tie the “tails” of the candy with ribbons at both ends
How to make small candies - toys for the Christmas tree?
Bright and colorful paper candies on the Christmas tree look very bright, elegant and fun. You can have fun with your children, creating such candies from colored or craft paper, decorating them with sparkles, and confetti to taste.
What is required for work:
- Colored, corrugated or wrapping paper
- Scissors
- Ribbons
- Serpentine
- Sequins, rhinestones, confetti and other improvised decorative materials.
How to make candies from corrugated paper:
- As a base, you can use a foam ball, real candy, or a wad of newspaper (twisted into a ball).
- Place the candy base on the edge of a cut out square piece of corrugated paper.
- Start rolling the candy
- Decorate the tails of each candy with serpentine or ribbon bows.
Other patterns for rolling decorative paper candies:
Rolling candies using the origami technique How to make surprise candy?
This candy can be used as a decoration for the New Year tree or instead of a gift for any holiday. You will need to use a sleeve as the base for the candy. The sleeve is a cardboard base in the form of a cylinder for kitchen towels, cling film or foil, toilet paper.
IMPORTANT: It is the sleeve that is filled with various surprises and gifts (sweets, small toys, lollipops, jewelry, notes, even money).
How to do:
- Prepare all the materials for work: you will need a sleeve, decorative paper, a piece of tape, streamer and the “filler” itself (i.e. a gift).
- Spread a sheet of paper on your desktop
- The sleeve must be filled with a surprise
- To prevent your gifts from spilling out of the sleeve while working, cover the ends of the “tube” with something (for example, soft toys-keychains, handkerchiefs, gloves or mittens).
- Start rolling the candy and secure the paper with tape at the end.
- Tie the tails (tips) of the candy beautifully with a serpentine and fluff it up.
How to decorate candies made of paper and cardboard?
Decoration options for candies:
- Paper applique
- Sequin decor
- Decor with sequins
- Sprinkling with golden sand
- Gluing real candies
- Lace decor
- Foil decoration
- Satin ribbon decoration
- Coloring with paints
- Broken glass (from old Christmas toys)
How to make a garland of paper candies?
A garland of candies is an unusual, but very tasty decoration for your home during the holidays. For work, you can use both homemade and store-bought candies.
The garland is very simple to make, just string it on a thread a large number of sweets You can use any thread as a fastening thread, but gold or silver will look much more aesthetically pleasing (you can buy it at a craft store).
Candy garlands:
Video: “New Year’s candy garland”
