Make Perfect Paper Boxes Every Time!

[@milady1957]

Hi Connie, I have an easier way to make boxes with lids. Just make the paper for the lid 1/8th larger. For example, cut the bottom box paper at 6x6, and the lid at 6 1/8th by 6 1/8th. Then score at 2 inches all around on both pieces of paper. The lid will fit perfectly. I love your videos and your positive attitude, never change!

[@daystarts430]

Great tip -- I was sure there was an easier and quicker process.

[@paulaaddison546]

My favorite is the box with half the lid putting scrap paper for notes! A fantastic gift for coworkers♥

[@paulaaddison546]

Will you share the measurements for that? I just love your ideas glad I subscribed to your channel so I can catch every week!

[@JaneAllmarkAmethystarcrafting]

Wow and wow what a great idea & how fun to have the amazing Sara Douglass helping x

[@NancyLynn]

Brilliant, Connie....just brilliant! TFS!

[@firey3678]

This is brilliant, I already knew to either move over slightly or use a shim, but to have something that slips on the side and stays in place, no more struggling to hold everything in place and score, just brilliant... Thank you sooo much for sharing Connie!

[@brttywithrow562]

Thank you Connie. Very easy to understand. I made advent calendars for my granddaughters for Christmas and I could not understand how to create the boxes and I asked several crafters here and I still did not understand. I think I k ow now. Thank you. Betty

[@heidiyamazaki1292]

How did I not see this tutorial until now? I LOVE boxes! This has to be THE best video on box-making in existence, Connie! Absolutely genius!

[@Gina-uz6sr]

Thank you Connie. Just made my first trouble free box with easy math. Shared,shared and shared.

[@chrissymcdonald8846]

Ah Connie this really made me smile. You radiate happiness . You really do ‘love what you do’ and it’s fantastic that you share it with us. Im so happy for you tfs 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👍👍🇬🇧

[@barbreedthewexfordstamper.4261]

BOOM!!!! Mind blown. Thanks Connie and Sara

[@franimacpherson5062]

kudos to you Connie. every time I went onto the Internet to find how to make a box it always came up with origami‘s and that I did not like. I am so so glad that somebody has finally done a video that is so easy to understand; but I’ll have to brush up on my math. Thank you🤩

[@AKpaperpirates]

You are absolutely BRILLIANT!

[@MP-fn3il]

Great tutorial! Thanks Brenda for sharing the link. Thank you Connie!

[@marycavalier4486]

Wow! Now I want to make boxes for everything. 😍

[@imacraftysoul]

Oh my gosh Connie - you are "Simply" a GENIUS!!!!

[@joyfuljan77]

What a wonderful idea!! Thanks for sharing!

[@beverlybenson4709]

Connie - thank you so much for reducing this problem to simple addition. I can't tell you how many sheets of cardstock I have gone thru trying to make the needed box. I just tried your directions and it worked perfectly. Now to find my window sheets so I can make the shim. :)

[@Berly5762]

Connie I just want you to know what an inspiration you are. I have used this box idea for several different events and made the boxes to match the cards I put in them. They were a big hit at our church ladies conference. Thank you so much for all you do to help others achieve their goals.

[@tracy-marie]

Great idea. That really adds a personal touch.

[@KimFeeSimplyfairiesPapercrafts]

You are amazing Connie, Loved spending time with you on the Greek Isle Cruise, I am sure going to do these, and that shim tip will definitely come in handy for my retreat, I shall make one each for the attendees and mark them `Connie's magic shim!! LOVE IT.. Would love to see a video making the `scratch paper box, xxxxxxx

[@deanpool2821]

Kim Fee Top UK Independent Stampin Up! Demonstrator Would love to see scratch paper box.,!

[@KimFeeSimplyfairiesPapercrafts]

@@simplysimplestamping I loved to so much, I went on a search on your blog and I bought the PDF, Just love it, so different... I can't wait to make my attenedee's the box shim such a fabulous tip. Thank you, xxx

[@geebarn2]

WOW! What a wonderful tool! Thank you so much.

[@patmay1141]

Hello Mrs Connie, I just wanted to thank you for you taking the time to show us your tricks to making a box without any trouble with the lid fitting just right. I have been searching the u tube all over and with a lot of failure and many sites yours worked just great. And thank you for showing us how to make the shim to fit over our scoreboard, even though I do not have a stamping up scoreboard I had to do some figuring with the sides if the board is not the same as the one you made and gave the instructions for making one. I do have one question what size are the boxes you are showing in this video. Thank you, Patricia may

[@simplysimplestamping]

I don't have these boxes any longer but honestly, you will want to customize the box to fit what's going inside so stick to the L + D + D and W + D + D and you will have a perfect box.

[@Stahlmaks]

Thank you for sharing this idea again!! I remember seeing it before but never did it 🤦🏻‍♀️ Well, guess what I'll be doing first thing in the morning with my cup of coffee!! Yay!!

[@bobbikuhn3496]

I completely forgot this trick. Thank you so much for the reminder. Hugs.

[@carolwarren-avonind.repsal754]

maybe the most amazing video ever! great job ladies.

[@margaritatan-hizo3648]

I made one 5 years ago. The shim worked then and still works now! Such a precious tip, Connie! Love the video with Sara!

[@MsJet1]

This is exactly what I needed to see today! Thank you!

[@LeonieSchroderSU]

oh my gosh Connie you are amazing!!! what a need guide ... so simple but perfect!!!

[@jillbaskett9925]

Connie, you’re so smart!🙂

[@lynnb1108]

Wow you are so smart and creative! Thanks.

[@charsbabushka]

This is another keeper video as most of your videos are. Thank you.

[@kathryncoy936]

Another winning video, Connie! I love boxes but rarely make them because of the extra time involved planning them out. Now, I will be able to produce boxes with ease - thank you! You're the best!

[@jesodo31]

Oh my goodness Connie!!! First time I managed to make the perfect box on the first go. Thank you!!!

[@verafeldman7991]

Finally my box lids will fit perfectly. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheShmoo123]

Thank you so much Connie, I’ll have to follow the vid step by step the first few times but this is brilliant, I can’t tell you the amount of cards Iv made and not had a box to present them in and they never looked as good in a cellophane bag, it spoils the surprise. You have a very positive, uplifting presentation that always leaves me smiling, thanks again and have a great weekend🙋🏽👍🏽

[@tammiew7521]

Awesome tip Connie. Love the idea of making little gifts.

[@1Cheribaby]

What a clever tip! You always amaze me Connie

[@janicehilton8884]

This...is...awesome. I've never seen this before and it will now be my go-to tutorial for boxes. Yours are "simply" gorgeous. Lol I can't tell you often enough how much fun papercrafting is thanks to your channel.

[@reneyyeater8683]

I am a new subscriber and wanted to say how what a great idea this is! I am going to write the box measurment formula on my cardstock portion so it will always be right at hand when I use my shim. Thank you!

[@barbaraallen2461]

I love making boxes and have had problems getting the tops to fit snugly. This idea is great except for the fact that I don't have the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Guess I'll have to order one the next time I place my demo order. Thanks for sharing.

[@nancyreynolds]

Wow! You've just made box making easy! Thank you!

[@giselacastro3121]

You are so clever! Thank you for sharing.

[@Kay18J]

The magic shim has risen again I have loved it since I first saw it years ago.

[@marybanwart4728]

What an easy solution to this problem. I have struggled with how to get the dimensions just right. Thanks!

[@rebeccawilson758]

I LOVE this tutorial!!! I love all the projects you create Connie!!! Thank you for sharing, as I love making boxes too.

[@aseal5511]

As always your tips are fabulous and I've learned a lot! thanks! Now the way I was taught to make lids is to cut the lid paper 1/8 of an inch wider then score the same as the box like in your video and you got a fitting lid. This has helped a lot cause I "misplace" everything on my crafting table and find it 10 minutes later when it was just sitting on my table. ♥

[@shelleyveek7516]

Absolutely awesome!

[@razldazl522]

That’s a “save”! Excellent solution to making the perfect box. Thanks, Connie and Sara.

[@nancydonayre-pun4276]

Thanks Connie!!! Love your channel!!! Always something new and creative and useful for those like me, that enjoy cardmaking.

[@nancydonayre-pun4276]

@@simplysimplestamping it was late when I saw your video but I decided to make the bumper anyways, then I made a box to try it and then I realized it was 3 in the morning LOL. I appreciate that bumper a lot, thanks.

[@annethomas5662]

You are such a great teacher!! Thank you for your videos and all of your help. I love tools that make things easier and this is awesome!! :)

[@jeanwest-ackroyd3908]

This is great Connie ! I just have to give it a try, and then I will do better ! Thanks for sharing another great idea.

[@wendycarr1828]

Great ideas!! I especially love the box that has the 1/4 sheets of copy paper!! Adorable 💖

[@wendycarr1828]

Connie Stewart totally!!! I think I will try to case it myself!!

[@yolandamccurdy7177]

Holy cow what a great tool. Thank u for figuring it all out for us, u r amazing.

[@wendywoodhouse8533]

Brilliant idea connie very clever xxx

[@franceshum9580]

Awwwww, yes , I want one , thanks for sharing Connie ♥️♥️♥️

[@lynelafrenierelagace2910]

Awesome❣️Congrats for the video with Sara. Thanks Connie. Lyne xxx😘

[@jodimcnamara8662]

would love to see a video on the little paper holder love it

[@leslielavallee1467]

This is amazing! Thanks so much Connie!

[@mariannjack5839]

Wow! That was creative! ❤️❤️❤️

[@snowymom3528]

Great tip Connie. TFS! ❤️

[@karenjudy6936]

You are AMAZING! I am so going to use this. I love to make card stacks for family and friends as Christmas gifts. I can't wait to get started making for Christmas 2019 and now putting them into beautiful boxes. Thank you.

[@sambury5386]

What a brilliant idea! Thanks for sharing 👍🌸

[@eleanorpaulson1008]

I am thrilled with your videos, especially this one. Thanks so much. Ellie from Wisconsin

[@lnc-to4ku]

This was amazing! Thank you so much! 💓

[@sharlinealcide7346]

Hi Connie thanks for doing this video l made one years ago when you first did it and l can say it works fantastic everyone who crafts should make one

[@melissaburnett4479]

Great idea! I love it!!

[@tinagascon8175]

That was fantastic!! You ladies work great together! ! Love your tutorial Connie❤️ As always so informative! Working With Sara was a blast I’m sure! She is so down to Earth😊😊

[@Karen052999]

This is SO awesome! Love, love this tutorial!

[@simplysimplestamping]

Karen, I am so glad you like it.

[@melgrimm5346]

That is so awesome!!! Thank you!

[@sheilaperl4155]

I have got to make a shim! Great video!

[@anitaholmes6824]

I made this shim from your tutorial a long time ago and I love it and use it all the time! I loved watching this and was fascinated with the box you made for your scrap paper! I just have to have one of those! You always look so nice and you are so cheerful that it makes me smile everytime I tune into your channel, thanks for sharing! Hugs

[@angelalittlewood4523]

Wow, that's awesome! I usually cut my card stock 1/8 of an inch bigger, but, this is much better. Thank you.

[@carolsze6559]

I remember seeing this trick from you many years ago! I still have my shim that I adapted to my scor-pal.

[@cmcarpenter123cardsandthings]

Great tips. That makes box making so much easier.

[@beckyruprich7903]

Thanks, I also have trouble with making greeting card boxes, and I will have to try that.

[@simplysimplestamping]

Becky, I hope you will give it a try.

[@darlene2861]

Wow thank you so much for the great tip and technique!

[@suzyemery]

Genius!! This will definitely come in handy, Connie!! TFS...Hugs! 💕xo ~Suzy~

[@carolmelancon]

They need to upload this on the Stampin Up! official channel.

[@pastda3]

Genius! Thank you for sharing. :)

[@conniechandler6309]

Such great tips. Thank you! I love to make boxes and now they will be so much easier.

[@brendalawrence6732]

Great idea!

[@MaryK-iw9xo]

Fabulous video, Connie! I love this simple tool.

[@brendaclark2703]

Fantastic!! Thank you so much! Makes it simpler for me that’s for sure! Have a blessed day ❤️🌹

[@vickieedmondson6872]

I SOOOO appreciate this! I truly struggle with boxes! You’ve made my day! ❤️

[@lindagray7729]

WOW - love this tip. Now I need to make some boxes!

[@susanpacheco8318]

Awesome video!

[@jenniferbaker972]

Fantastic idea thanks Connie

[@DanaSullivan]

I love love love LOOOOOOVE this video Miss Connie!!! Well done! :-D

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Thank you so much, Connie. I have been wanting a video like this! Hope you have your best SU year yet!

[@leslielavallee1467]

I am going to make some of these to show my group at our meeting tonight! Have I told you lately how much I love you? Thank you ]!!

[@deborahclark6186]

Hi Connie, have you ever/shown how to make that 4th box? I love that one. I'm a visual person and would love to see how you made that one and what you call it?.

[@ruthportway5198]

Great idea, thank you so much

[@randyesposito1878]

What a fabulous video Connie. I struggle with boxes too. I make my own chocolate treats and always looking for ideas of how to present them. My biggest struggle is a pretzel box. I do chocolate covered pretzel rods and I found one video for a box, unfortunately it's being done on red cardstock and you can't see the score lines. My one inside flap is always cut too narrow so I'm hoping maybe you can do a pretzel box. Thanks for your awesome videos and ideas!

[@randyesposito1878]

@@simplysimplestamping thanks for your help. I finally figured out the problem. The woman in the video used dark red paper and I was unable to see her score lines. Plus she used her Stampin Up trim and scoreboard and put her 1/2" score on the right then turned paper around to remaining scorelines. This was the issue. I screwed up 4 boxes before I finally realized the problem. I will try your directions. Thanks so much. If you Google pretzel box you'll see what I'm talking about. Have a good weekend!🌺🌼🌹🌷

[@tjblack3]

This is amazing! YOU are amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@daisytwotoes]

Love that shim!

[@nash4343]

Simply genius Connie! Thank you!

[@diannekariotis9450]

What a great tip got boxes thanks

[@shalacarter6658]

arggggggggghhhhhhhhhhh! Where was this last week when I was trying to make a box to hold my daughter's wedding card??? *sniff* Thanks so much for this wonderful video!!!

[@danacampbell5996]

Love your shim Connie! I've been using it for years now, and it ALWAYS works!

[@lindafielder8344]

Really cool.