Remember to cut the acetate with the decorative foil side against the cutting mat so the scores are on the inside of the box. Also, when scoring by hand, score on the side of the card stock that will be the interior side of the box.
If you are scoring by hand, you can print the PDF to use as a guide for where to score. After changing the scoring layers from cut to score, remember to select the whole design and click “Attach” so the scores happen where they are supposed to happen. In the screenshot below, I show you which parts of the designs contains the score lines. To use your scoring tool, select the layer that has the score lines then change them from cut lines to score lines. In Cricut Design Space, to hide the layer, select the layer then click the eye on that layer. If you do not have a scoring tool for your machine then you will need to hide the layer that contains the score lines and manually score those lines after you cut the box components. DXF files to the design application for your craft machine). SVG files to Cricut Design Space (or upload the. This will help to remove that oxidation so your blade can do its job.Ĭutting the Cupcake Boxes and Wrappers by Machine If you find the blade isn’t cutting well, wad up some aluminum foil and poke the blade into the foil around 40 times.
The “foil sharpening” trick doesn’t actually sharpen you blades but it can remove the microscopic build-up of oxidation that impedes the blade from cutting well. While the metal of the blades are actually sharp, they can still build up some oxidation while in the packaging. TIP: Sometimes, even a new blade doesn’t seem to cut well. Also, the PDF is for those who wish to cut the pieces by hand or need a guide for hand scoring the machine-cut pieces. The design files are available for free in my resource library. NOTE: if you are having issues cutting the fine scroll work in these designs, I have included versions of the files that do not include the fine scroll work. The design files also contain some gift tags to fill in the empty spaces to reduce cutting waste (because we can always use gift tags). There are four parts to the decorative cupcake boxes and one part for the wrappers. How to Make the Decorative Cupcake Box and Wrapper While still feeling festive, I thought it could be cute to make a box that would hold a cupcake. I made boxes for Christmas, 12th Night, and Valentine’s Day. Cupcakes: To place in your decorative cupcake boxes.You can expect to need around four feet of ribbon per box. The amount of ribbon per box will depend on if you make a bow, if you use the ribbon to add the gift tags, how long your streamers are, etc. Pick a color that works well with your card stock and acetate. Ribbon: For the size of these boxes, I like using 1/8″ to 1/4″ wide ribbon.I use Aleene’s Tacky Glue for most of my card stock paper projects. Glue: There are 4 small tabs that need glue.Or, you can use an X-Acto knife and scissors to cut the designs. Cutting Tool: A craft machine such as the Cricut.This can be the same color as the other sheet or one that complements the other. Card stock (insert and wrapper): One sheet of 12″ x 12″ or 8-1/2″ x 11″ card stock.Card stock (top and bottom of box): One sheet of 12″ x 12″ card stock in a color to match the acetate (if applicable).I used sheets from the Foil Acetate Bejeweled Sampler but you can use any of their acetate sheets including the pastel sampler, metallic sampler, or the clear sheets. Acetate Sheet: One sheet 12″ x 12″ - Cricut’s foil acetate sheets worked great for this and are quite festive.Design files: You can download these from my free Resource Library.It just means that you will help to support my blog if you make a purchase after clicking the links. (This post contains affiliate links to some of the items I used in this project. Materials and Supplies for the Decorative Cupcake Boxes With the matching gift tags, you can also personalize the cupcake boxes. The insert in the bottom of the box helps to keep the cupcake from shifting around. They are sized for a standard size cupcake. The matching decorative cupcake wrappers gives an extra level of class to the display of your cupcakes in these clear display boxes. These DIY decorative cupcake boxes are perfect for favors for parties, showers, weddings and other gatherings or for your party guests to take home their dessert. 281 shares Learn how you can quickly make these decorative cupcake boxes with matching wrappers and gift tags for a beautiful way to share your gift of a dessert with your friends.
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