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How to make a Valentine’s Day Explosion Box

February 12, 2017 by Francine Clouden

Hey there! Are you looking for a creative gift idea for your boyfriend or girlfriend? Look no further! In this tutorial, I’ll be showing you how to make an exploding box for your special someone. Whether it’s for Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or even a birthday, this gift is sure to put a smile on their face.

First, let’s gather the materials you’ll need:

  • Cardstock paper in your preferred colors
  • Scissors
  • Glue or double-sided tape
  • A ruler or measuring tape
  • A pencil

Now that we have everything we need, let’s get started!

Step 1: Cut out four pieces of cardstock to form the sides of the box. The sizes should be 8 inches by 8 inches, 6 inches by 6 inches, 4 inches by 4 inches, and 2 inches by 2 inches.

Step 2: Glue the sides of the box together, starting with the largest piece and working your way down to the smallest. Make sure to use enough glue or double-sided tape to secure them in place.

Step 3: Cut out a smaller square, about 5 inches by 5 inches, for the lid of the box. Score the top of the lid along the middle of each side, then fold along the scored lines to create a “diamond” shape.

Step 4: Glue the lid to the top of the box, making sure to leave the diamond-shaped flaps open.

Step 5: Decorate the outside of the box with patterns, stickers, or other embellishments. You can also add a message or special note on the inside of the lid.

Step 6: Fill the box with small gifts or mementos, such as chocolates, photographs, or handwritten notes.

Step 7: When it’s time to give the gift, have your special someone open the flaps of the lid to reveal the surprises inside!

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to make an exploding box. With a little bit of creativity and some basic materials, you can create a truly special and thoughtful gift for your loved one. Happy crafting!

Source: How to make a Valentine’s Day Explosion Box Card – Valentine’s Day Crafts – craftbits.com

 

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BOO Halloween Mini Scrapbook Album

Traci used the BOO to You collection from Bella Blvd. to created this fang-tastic Halloween mini scrapbook album project. I love the cover, it’s shaped like the large BOO die cut letters she used, cut from fun pattern papers with a few embellishments added. The album is all connected together with black O rings.

The rest of the inside pages are rounded rectangles, measuring 7 1/2″ x 4″ covered in more fun pattern papers and lots of darling black kitties, ghosties, skulls and Jack O’ Lanterns in traditional Halloween corners.

Of course it wouldn’t be an album from Traci if she didn’t include her signature interactive elements like flaps, folds and pocket pages. This one is filled with cute journaling cards and tags.

Visit the Artsy Albums blog for all the details and more pics of this fun project.

-Heather

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