There are a wide variety of free printable gift box templates available and these area great way to make your own custom gift packaging for presents and gifts for all occasions. Most free printable gift box templates are provided in a ready-to-print format and will print directly onto letter or A4 sized paper. You can decorate the gift boxes with rubber stamps, glitter, stickers and other embellishments to create a custom look. Templates are either plain, for you to add your own decorations, or come complete with designs so all you need to do is print, cut and assemble.
Making DIY Gift Packaging
Handmade gift packaging is simple to make and requires just a few basic crafting skills. Not only is it cheaper to make your own gift boxes and bags, the wide variety of free printable templates available means that there are an extensive range of designs to choose from, allowing you to create your own custom designs. Use scrapbooking paper or plain cardstock and let your imagination run wild! Try creating complementary gift tags or gift cards to go with the gift bag or box.
How to Use Free Printable Gift Box Templates
Free printable gift box templates are simple and straightforward to use, however here are a few useful hints and tips that will help you make great DIY gift packaging:
- Printing the template – if you are printing directly onto 'good' paper then remember that you will want the printed side to be on the inside (unless there are any printed features you want to display). You may consider printing onto scrap paper to make a template and then use this to transfer the gift box outline to your paper or cardstock.
- Paper or cardstock – the best weight of paper or cardstock to use will depend on the type of gift box you are making. Heavyweight cardstock will give a good and robust finish, however it may be bulky to work with and may not be suitable for intricate designs.
- Make a sample – if you are making a gift box that is an unusual design or one that you have not made before it is often best to make a sample copy using scrap paper or card. This means that you can make any amendments or tweaks to the original, if required, before moving onto quality paper. This also reduces the waste if you should make any mistakes.
- Keep the website details – if you are downloading and printing a template then the website details may appear on the printed paper. However, if you then cut the template from the paper then you may lose the website details. It can be a good idea to keep a record of where you got the template from so you can check back to see if they have any updates.
Where to Find Free Printable Packaging Templates
Many websites offer a range of free DIY gift box templates. Some good websites to start browsing are:
- Mirkwood Designs - you will find a lot of free printable gift box templates here, covering everything from simple boxes through to fancy shaped boxes.
- Cards by Karlum - here is a round-up of some of the best DIY gift box templates on the web.
- Stampington - the Tempting Templates range includes some unusual and creative designs that are suitable for a range of occasions.
Free printable gift box templates offer the ideal way to make your own custom gift boxes using just a few basic craft materials.
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