How to Make Easter Boxes Out of Paper

Easter boxes for decoration and gift-giving can be made of plain construction paper, recycled handmade paper, gift wrapping or specialty Easter papers. Fill the boxes with Easter goodies, tiny stuffed animals, colored grass and dyed eggs. You can also use them as place-setting markers for Easter dinner. Simply write the guest's names on the box tops.

Things You'll Need

• Construction or decorative paper
• Scissors or paper cutter
• Glue stick or double-sided tape
• Easter stickers

Instructions

Pattern Construction

1. 

   Choose a box you would like to model your Easter box after. Open the box, and gently take it apart at the seams. This is your pattern.

2. 

   Using a pencil or pen, trace the shape of the box onto a piece of paper. Mark all of the folds of the box with a straight line. Areas that need to be cut should be traced with a dashed line. Double-check your work.

3. 

   Cut out the shape. Be sure to cut the dashed lines from the pattern.

4. 

   Fold all of the straight lines. Use a bone folder or craft stick to get a sharp, even fold.

Box Completion

1. 

   Apply glue or double-sided tape to the seams of the box. Secure the sides to one another.

2. 

   Hold glued portions to make sure they're adhering.

3. 

   Glue the bottom seam of the box.

4. 

   Fold the top flap down and close the box.

5. Decorate the completed box with Easter stickers.

Tips & Warnings

• Before filling Easter boxes with food or candies, line them with clear plastic wrap or wax paper. Refer to your dismantled box to see where the glued seams are.