How to Make Jewelry Boxes by Hand
Using simple instructions, you can make your own jewelry boxes out of cardboard. Customize your jewelry boxes with stamps, stickers, rub on transfers, paint or even print a photos directly on the cardboard. You could make every jewelry box unique and personalized or keep the same style for all. This project is suitable for selling your own jewelry, giving gifts or as a customized engagement or anniversary jewelry box.
Instructions
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Draw a box in the center of the cardboard measuring 6 centimeters by 6 centimeters.
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Draw a line that bisects the center of the box horizontally and measures 20 centimeters.
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Draw another line that bisects the center of the box vertically and measures 20 centimeters.
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Draw an oval shape around the horizontal line that starts at the beginning of the line and tapers at the end of the line.
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Repeat the step above, drawing a long oval around the vertical line. The sides of both ovals should be in line with the sides of the center box, so you have a rounded cross.
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Draw a circular nub at the top and bottom of the vertical oval. Make sure the nubs measure the same size. You may want to use a circular item, such as a quarter or a compass to be sure the circular nubs are the same size.
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Measure the width of the circles and cut two horizontal rectangles measuring as wide as the circles and one-half centimeter tall on the near the outside edges of the horizontal oval.
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Cut out the entire rounded cross shape.
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Bring the two nubs together to the center and fold them both so they are facing upwards.
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Bring both side of the horizontal oval together and insert the nubs through both slots to secure the jewellery box.
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Tips & Warnings
To make the box even more secure, fold the nubs down to either side after inserted through the slots.
Always exercise caution when using scissors.
References
- Photo Credit diamond ring image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
