Truly Timeless Expanding Gift Box

If you love fun packaging projects with a little surprise built in, I think you’re going to love this one! My November Project is this Truly Timeless Expanding Gift Box, and it might just be one of my favorite 3D projects so far!

The outside of the box features an elegant combination of Cherry Cobbler, Basic White, and Gold Foil, along with panels of Truly Timeless Specialty Designer Series Paper. For the decorative wreath on top, I used the dies from the new Cottage Kindness Bundle and added a little sparkle with Rhinestone Basic Jewels colored with a Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blends Marker to create the berries. A large bow made with Cherry Cobbler & White Striped Ribbon and a coordinating gift tag complete the look.

But the real surprise is what happens when you remove the top of the box!

The box opens to reveal two sections that swing out to the sides, each holding four little gift boxes. That’s eight mini gift boxes in all! Each one is created using coordinating cardstock and tied with Gold Striped Mesh Ribbon. Some even have a tiny gift tag. I love how the little gold bows add an elegant finishing touch!

It’s such a fun way to package several small gifts in one beautiful presentation. You could fill the mini boxes with candy, small treats, jewelry, gift certificates, or other little surprises.

While I created this version using a traditional Christmas color combination, this project could easily be adapted for just about any occasion. Imagine it in pretty pastels for a birthday, elegant neutrals for a wedding, or your favorite colors for a special celebration. The possibilities are endless!

November Project Tutorial – FREE with Purchase!

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Your full-color PDF tutorial includes:

Complete supply list
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Step-by-step instructions
Full-color project photos

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Tutorials will be emailed by the end of November.

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Ready to Create This Project?

I hope this month’s Truly Timeless Expanding Gift Box inspires you to have fun with your gift packaging and create something extra special for someone you love. I’d love to see what you create!

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