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lillyet

PostPosted: Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:02 pm


You can buy those cardboard boxes at those craft shops. And they cost a fortune right. Why don't we just make our own? One problem: How? Does any one know? neutral exclaim exclaim burning_eyes
PostPosted: Tue Apr 27, 2010 1:07 pm


Use shoe boxes.

Do a search for "how to make a box." There should be patterns, but basic geometry has always worked for me. You don't need to add tabs to the sides if you tape the corners with a strong tape, like packing tape.

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Sugared Piff

PostPosted: Sat Sep 04, 2010 9:09 am


Maybe something like this??

Cut Out + Keep

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PostPosted: Sat Sep 04, 2010 12:02 pm


Yes. After you make a few and get the hang of it, try some other shapes. I've seen boxes shaped like pumpkins, with lids, but haven't taken the time to make one. I think you could start with a pattern for a simple ball, and go from there. The pumpkin boxes were covered with ornately patterned fabrics, and were just beautiful.

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