What is better than a DIY gift box that looks like an adorable snowman? Not much, I can tell you that! These gift boxes will look perfect under your Christmas tree and look more like decor than they do gift wrap. If you have small gifts to give, consider making a few of these Christmas gift boxes to make those presents a little more special. You will not believe how easy they are to make!
Making your own gift box is a great way to add a personal touch to your Christmas gifts. It’s also a budget-friendly option if you’re looking to save money this holiday season.
By taking the time to create a personalized gift box, you can fill it with all sorts of goodies that will make your loved one smile. From sentimental gifts and homemade cookies to a cozy Christmas mug or ornament, a DIY gift box is a thoughtful and unique way to show you care. So get creative and put together a gift box that your loved one will cherish for years to come.
How to Make a DIY Gift Box
Supplies needed to make a Christmas gift box:
- Wood Matchboxes (you can find the three sizes here, here, and here)
- Vinyl in Orange and Black (I used regular orange and glitter black from Cricut) (this one is great for all of those vinyl scraps as well!)
- Ribbon
- White Paint
- Pink Paint
- Black Marker
- Tape
- Scissors
- Paint Brush
Instructions:
Start by carefully removing the packaging that is around the matchbox. We will be reusing this in our project. Just set aside until a bit later in the tutorial.
Paint your wood box with a few coats of paint. Be sure to allow to dry in between coats. You will want to paint both the inside and the outside of both pieces.
Once dry, take the paper piece that was wrapped around it in the first step and turn it inside out. Put back around the box with the white part to the outside and secure with some tape in the back.
I cut the snowman parts from the vinyl by hand. The pieces look fine with a rustic imperfect cut as that is part of the charm of these snowman boxes. If you want a cleaner cut, you can use your Cricut machine to cut the nose, eyes, and buttons. Otherwise, just cut with a pair of scissors.
Peel the backing from each of the pieces and add to the white cardboard that is around the box.
Tie a piece of ribbon around the entire box. This should look like a scarf on your snowman so put it under the nose but above the buttons.
Then use a black marker to draw a squiggly mouth as well as add some character to the carrot nose.
You can also use pink paint to add some rosy cheeks to your snowman. I just dipped my finger in the paint and made a circle on each side of the mouth.
Allow the paint on the cheeks to dry completely. You can then slip off the ribbon as well as the outer cardboard piece and add your gift to the inside of the box. Then slip your pieces back on and you have a DIY gift box that everyone will love! You can add a gift tag to the ribbon scarf or write on the back of your cardboard piece.
Imagine these cute little snowmen under your Christmas tree this holiday season.
These Christmas gift boxes are almost too cute to unwrap! They are also part of the gift. The white box can be used around the home of your gift recipient.
So, will you be making a DIY gift box for someone you love? I hope I inspired you to get creative with your gift wrapping this holiday season.
So, do you love these wooden gift boxes and want more ideas? Try the links below as well!
- Embroidery Hoop Wreath for Christmas
- Christmas Tree SVG for an Outdoor Pallet Sign
- Christmas Fairy Garden in 15 Minutes or Less
- A Cricut Gift Idea for Every Grandma: Cricut Gift Guide
- DIY Glittery Star Ornaments
Want to print the instructions for our DIY gift box? You can use the card below to do that!
Equipment
- Ribbon
- Black marker
- Tape
Supplies
- Wood Matchboxes
- Vinyl in Orange and Black I used regular orange and glitter black from Cricut (this one is great for all of those vinyl scraps as well!)
- White Paint
- Pink Paint
Instructions
- Start by carefully removing the packaging that is around the matchbox. We will be reusing this in our project. Just set aside until a bit later in the tutorial.
- Paint your wood box with a few coats of paint. Be sure to allow to dry in between coats. You will want to paint both the inside and the outside of both pieces.
- Once dry, take the paper piece that was wrapped around it in the first step and turn it inside out. Put back around the box with the white part to the outside and secure with some tape in the back.
- I cut the snowman parts from the vinyl by hand. The pieces look fine with a rustic imperfect cut as that is part of the charm of these snowman boxes. If you want a cleaner cut, you can use your Cricut machine to cut the nose, eyes, and buttons. Otherwise, just cut with a pair of scissors.
- Peel the backing from each of the pieces and add to the white cardboard that is around the box.
- Tie a piece of ribbon around the entire box. This should look like a scarf on your snowman so put it under the nose but above the buttons.
- Then use a black marker to draw a squiggly mouth as well as add some character to the carrot nose.
- You can also use pink paint to add some rosy cheeks to your snowman. I just dipped my finger in the paint and made a circle on each side of the mouth.
- Allow the paint on the cheeks to dry completely. You can then slip off the ribbon as well as the outer cardboard piece and add your gift to the inside of the box. Then slip your pieces back on and you have a DIY gift box that everyone will love! You can add a gift tag to the ribbon scarf or write on the back of your cardboard piece.
