How do I Make a 3-D Box Out of Paper?

Crafting a 3-D box out of paper does not require complex measuring or paper cutting. You can construct a basic 3-D box without ever having to pick up your scissors. Once you learn the techniques of this box construction, you can make as many 3-D boxes as you need for your project, or make extras to have on hand for gift giving.

Things You'll Need

  • Paper, 6 inches square
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Instructions

    • 1

      Fold a 6-inch square of paper in half, pressing the fold.

    • 2

      Open up the paper again, and fold it the opposite way, pressing the fold.

    • 3

      Open up the paper again. You should see a perpendicular fold across the paper.

    • 4

      Arrange the square so that one corner is up, making the square appear like a diamond.

    • 5

      Fold the top corner in so that the point of the corner touches the middle of the page. Press the fold.

    • 6

      Fold the other three corners in the same manner, pressing the folds. This will create a smaller square.

    • 7

      Fold the left side of the square so that the edge lines up with the center. Press the fold.

    • 8

      Fold the right side of the square so that the edge lines up with the center. Press the fold.

    • 9

      Fold the top edge so that it lines up with the center. Press the fold.

    • 10

      Fold the bottom edge so that it lines up with the center. Press the fold.

    • 11

      Open up the shape again so the 6-inch square lies flat on the table with one of the corners faces upward, making the shape look like a diamond.

    • 12

      Fold the left and right corners in towards the middle of the diamond, pressing the folds.

    • 13

      Hold the left-top edge in your left hand, and bend it so that it stands upright. Repeat this process with each edge so that there are four upright corners.

    • 14

      Fold the upright flap at the top of the shape over to create a folded side.

    • 15

      Fold the upright flap at the bottom of the shape over to create the last folded side. the box is now complete.

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