Kinkade Gift Box Tutorial
The holidays are fast approaching and with it come thoughts about gift giving. I spent many, many hours this summer canning jams, jellies, salsas and more with the intention of giving them away to friends and family this Christmas. I want my packaging to be as special as the homemade goodies inside but I also need it to be quick and easy. Time is at a premium, especially during the holidays! Here is a gift box idea that is made to fit an 8oz jelly jar and sooo much more! And best of all, it comes together in a flash thanks to some Thomas Kinkade Scrapbook papers.
Supply list:
(2) 12″ sheets of cardstock
Thomas Kinkade Winter Wonderland paper pack
MLM Vintage Christmas Expressions set
Memento Black ink
ribbon
Quickie Glue Pen
Glitter
2 medium large brads
Scor-Pal or other scoring tool
Scor-Tape or Red liner tape
Score both sides of 1 sheet of 12×12 cardstock at 4 1/2″ and 7 1/2″. (Note that the + pieces are the sides and bottom of your box and you will be cutting the 4 outside squares down to form tabs)
Cut along the score lines on 2 opposite sides, up to the first score line.
Next, cut away 2 1/2″ inches of each outside square, leaving 2″ tabs as shown. (save the scraps)
Trim away the inside corners of the tabs as shown. This makes assembly of the box easier.
Add adhesive to the tabs as shown. Be sure to use a strong adhesive like Scor-Tape or red liner tape.
Assemble box.
For the lid, use the second piece of 12×12 cardstock to cut a piece 5 1/8″ by 5 1/8″ square.
Score all 4 sides at 1″
Cut along score lines on opposite sides, up to the first score line.
Cut tabs as shown (this will give you a cleaner looking lid)
Apply adhesive and assemble lid.
Set aside
The Kinkade papers come with images of several different sizes as well as plain accent papers.
Decide on your main image, cut to fit the front of your box. I chose one of the medium sized images in the pack.
Use a Quickie Glue Pen and fine glitter to add sparkle to all the snow in the image.
Cut the plain accent papers so you have 3 pieces measuring 2 7/8″ by 4 3/8″. Adhere those to the other 3 sides of your box.
Add ribbon to the lid if desired. You can also accent with more paper.
Cut a strip of 12″ x 1″ piece of cardstock for your handle.
Add ribbon to the handle if desired
Attach handle to your box, below the lid, using 2 brads. By using brads, the handle can be moved out of the way to remove the lid.
Use some of your scraps to make a tag.
Use a small image from the pack for the front of the tag.
Use Quickie Glue pen and glitter to add more sparkle.
Stamp sentiment inside your tag using black ink.
Attach tag to your handle.
I used different papers in the same paper pack to create a second gift box.
Using the Kinkade papers helps you create beautiful packaging without much work.
The finished box measures 4 1/2″ tall by 3″ wide and 3″ deep. It will fit a bag of cookies, fudge, or any number of goodies.
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and are inspired to make your own packaging!
Leave a comment on this post and one lucky winner will receive a pack of Kinkade paper and the Vintage Holiday Expressions stamp set. You have until Thursday at noon EST to leave your comment to be in the drawing for the prizes.
Tracy Harp
1Alexis Hilgert
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 5:37
What a great gift bag/box!! Too pretty!!!
2Holly
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 7:24
Wow, gorgeous boxes! Love that Kinkade paper!! I just can’t bring myself to cut into my paper from last year – it’s just too pretty! LOL Yeah, I’m a hoarder!
3Cheryl Sims
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 8:33
This makes such a sweet gift for a neighbor or friend who drops in or someone who invites you for a holiday dinner. I loved these papers last year but never took the leap to get them. thank you for the great idea and the tutorial. Loved it.
Cheryl Sims
4Lois
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 8:50
This is really nice, thank you for sharing. You do beautiful work.
5lindafontanella
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 10:17
This box and paper is very beautiful. It almost looks like real snow on the paper. Will try the box.Also would like to know if you have a recipie for 5 minute jam made in a fry pan? Thanks. linda
6Lynn stevens
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 10:43
What a stunning gift idea, Love the tutorial!
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7Linda Woerth
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 13:23
I was looking for a idea for Christmas this year to make for my boss. this will be perfect. Thank you for the idea and instuctions.
8Lynn Engelhart
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 15:09
If I get one of these babies under my tree I will have a wonderful Christmas. I’m so to regift the box and let someone else enjoy it. OUTSTANDING JOB but then I’ve come to expect it from you. I can even understand these directions. I’m going to have to go to the web site and order some panels. LOVE THEM Can I borrow some of your filled jars?
Lynn
9brooke
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 15:29
The boxes are just gorgeous! I love how you have also put ribbon on the handle.
10ellen
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 15:36
gorgeous packaging and an excellent use of those yummy papers . I keep on dreaming and wishing about them .
11Regina
wrote on 12 October 2009 at 23:46
It’s so cute and very impressive! Thanks so much for your detailed instructions and photos!
12Karen from Ontario
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 4:18
I think these are awesome….thanks for sharing….
13Pat
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 4:53
This gift box is going to come in handy all year round for gift giving with that little added touch!
14Lisa Somerville
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 5:16
Thanks for sharing the wonderful tutorial – love the papers on your box, really finished off the gift!
15Candy Fosta
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 5:52
Great tutorial and this box is just the perfect size for giving away gifts from the kitchen! The Kincade paper is beautiful.
16Ali Manning
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 5:54
What lovely gift ideas and a super tutorial. The Kinkade paper is to die for…. TFS!
17Phyllis M.
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 5:58
Oh just love these gift boxes and the Kinkade papers too. Thanks for the great tutorial for them and for sharing your wonderful gift giving ideas.
18Gerrie
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 6:52
How elegant! Thanks so much for the inspiration, this is just beautiful.
19Heidi Karpen
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 8:15
Awesome box and tutorial, Tracy! Definitely a great one for holiday treats! I converted it to a pdf (with your name on it for credit, of course!) so I can print it out and file it easier. I can email it to you in case you want to post it for people to download later.
20Allison Phillips
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 9:10
Loved the whole beautiful gift bag and of course the great
jams etc. What a lovely gift to receive.
Every year I make the neighbours a goodie bag and try to think up pretty packaging. Well, you have solved my dilemma this year! I shall be making some of these gift boxes. Probably have to put a bag of cookies inside – but next year I’ll be making jams and pickles!! Thank you, Thank you.
21MaryAnn Grove
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 9:59
Such a beautiful boc. thanks for the step by step. need to go get that paper, but like others, I may not want to cut it. again tfs MaryAnn
22Eleanor
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 16:29
I am so glad I signed up for the newsletter because I love this tutorial! The size of the box is a great size!
23Dana
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 17:48
Beautiful as always!
24Ira Mann
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 19:52
Such a great idea. I can’t wait until Christmas, so I can be the talk of the office. I am going to put a gourmet gift basket in it. Thanks.
25Janet Sisk
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 20:06
Cool box tutorial! Thanks for sharing it with us and also for a chance to win an awesome stamp set.
26Sheryl in Churchville
wrote on 13 October 2009 at 23:18
Tracy – this will be perfect for the vanilla you taught me to make! Love the choice of materials, as well as the clearly written instructions; I won’t be afraid to give it a try. Thanks so much!
Blessings,
Sheryl
27Janet McKinley
wrote on 14 October 2009 at 4:44
I love this box. My mom is in love with all things Thomas Kinkaid and would absolutely adore receiving this! Thanks for the tutorial and the chance to win!
28Dorothy
wrote on 14 October 2009 at 6:25
What a wonderful way to present your wonderful home made gifts! Thanks for sharing.
29Sonja
wrote on 14 October 2009 at 8:56
That’s one beautiful box! Lots of ways to use it too:}
Sincerely,
Sonja
30Laurie Palozzi
wrote on 15 October 2009 at 5:47
These are great project ideas and I can’t believe how beautiful the TD papers are! Thank you so much for the chance to win and for giving such great inspiration to get a jump on holiday gift giving.
31Judith Williams
wrote on 17 October 2009 at 18:42
beautiful box-I can use it for several gifts, not just from the kitchen-can’t wait to get that TK paper! I can just see “Flower Soft” in their new white for the snow, or flocking,and some sparkle.
32Alex
wrote on 18 October 2009 at 15:19
WOW: This is fab, love the tutorial. Thanks for sharing, I can’t wait to have a go at this.
Alex from England x
33Julie Hughes
wrote on 18 October 2009 at 18:54
I love this container and the Kinkade paper, they are stunning together
34Julia Aston
wrote on 28 October 2009 at 8:37
what a wonderful box! I’ll definately be trying one of these! It’s perfect for little holiday gifts!
35anloko
wrote on 8 November 2009 at 20:38
Your instructions are great and so are the results. I just found your site and I’m so glad. I love Thomas Kinkade designs too!
36Sharyn Davis
wrote on 24 November 2009 at 15:23
wonderful!
Thank you so much, I can’t wait to give it a try.
sharyn
37Cami
wrote on 30 November 2009 at 18:29
I made this box and LOVE it! So did my friends and they are asking for the tutorial on this so it’s being passed along. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful project. All of your projects are just great!
Hugs, Cami
38Jenn Ashley
wrote on 24 December 2009 at 13:37
Loved this demo. We used it for teachers’ gifts with carmels and toffee inside. This was easy enough for my 13 and 8 year olds to do their own. I love it and wanted to say thanks.