How To Fold A Japanese Cube Or Gift Box (Tamatebako)

Learn how to fold a beautiful Japanese cube from six pieces of paper. The cube can be used as a Christmas ornament or a gift box.

Printable boxes are elsewhere in this Category

Example:

Intro DIY Gift Tags

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Gift tags seem to be growing in popularity, so why not learn how to make your own? You can attach these to any gift to give it a more personal touch. You can also use the tag itself as a card by writing a personal message on it.

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Materials:

I've made a free template for this tag. My tags measure approximately 10cm x 7.5cm (4" x 3"). All you have to do is print out the image, cut it out, and use it as a templat…

 

step 2. Punch Hole in Top of Tag

 

I like to do this before decorating the tag to ensure I don't place a key element where the hole will be. Simply take your hole puncher and punch a hole at the top of the tag.

 

step 3. Decorate the Tag

 

This step is completely up to you. You can create a collage, stamp an image, create a painting or illustration, use decorative embellishments, etc. Let your imagination and…

 

step 4. Cut Your String

 

I make a lot of different size tags, so I never measure the string. Instead, I wrap the string 1 1/2 times lengthwise around the tag. This always gives me just the right le…

 

step 5.  Attach Your String

 

Take both ends of your string and tie a double-knot. Thread the tied string through the hole, from the back to front. The knot should be on the back-side of the tag. Take…

Gift Set 1:

Gift tag

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Gift box

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Gift card

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