OPTION: You can also paint the box sides instead. For the sides, use the folded templates to cut pieces to fit the sides exactly, minus the fringed edges. If you are using paper or fabric, lay the top and bottom box pieces down on the material and trace a heart about 1/2-3/4 inch larger.

(The video illustrates this better.)ĥ- Decorate the box pieces. Cut small, short slits along the length of each side piece up to this marked line. Fold along this line and use it as a guide to mark a line on the coordinating side pieces. Note: The top side piece is slightly wider than the bottom side piece on purpose.ģ- Cut sides, top, and bottom pieces out as smoothly as possible.Ĥ- There is a bold line at the bottom edge of each side template. The side templates should be doubled in length for each side piece. Trace two each of the top sides and bottom sides. WRITTEN TUTORIALġ- Disassemble the cereal box so that it lies flat.Ģ- Trace two of the candy box top/bottom template. If you scroll past the video it will pop to the side or top of the screen so that you can read as you watch. The written tutorial below will hopefully add clarification to the process as well. This video tutorial walks you through how the box comes together.

1-2 pieces of scrapbook paper or scrap fabric, and or craft paint.

Note: If you have a cutting machine, I also have cut files for a similar box HERE. I’ll walk you through the process with both a video tutorial and a written tutorial with pictures. I painted the bottom sides of the fabric box for a surprise pop of color. Use fabric, scrapbook paper, paint…or a mix of all of them!

You can customize it to use whatever you have on hand and whatever look you want. Isn’t the linen fabric box so pretty? That’s what I love about this project. 😉 Even then though, I would totally opt for the box full of tea if given the option. You can also save a cereal box from the waste/recycle bin and save money on craft supplies while you’re at it!ĭespite what this picture shows, I do love good chocolate, but this particular 8 year old valentine does not. Skip the waxy chocolates and make your own candy heart box! Then fill it with the treats you really want to eat.

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