Christmas Treat Box in Three Sizes

Many years ago, I attended my first Stampin' Up! Convention as a demonstrator.  I learned so much, had so much fun and made so many new stamping friends!  One of the things I learned was how to make a Two-Four-Six-Eight Box. The name stuck with me because those are the measurements for scoring the box. The best thing about the box is that you can vary the height of the box! 

I decided to create three Christmas Treat boxes using this template to share today.  I chose the use the Season of Green and Gold DSP.  It is currently on the Last Chance List so there is a limited supply.

I began by cutting the DSP to 8.5" x 11".  On the 11" side, I scored at 2", 4", 6", 8".  On the 8.5" side, I scored at 2".  This will make the tallest of the boxes.  To make a smaller box, just cut off some of the DSP on the 8.5" side opposite the 2" score line. 

Next, remove the .5" corner up to the 2" score line (see image below).  Fold and burnish all score lines.  Then use Tear and Tape on the .5" side to adhere the opposite side.  This will give you a box like tube.  Glue the flaps nearest the score lines on top of one another to create a bottom for your box.

Once the glue has dried, fill your box with your treat or small gift.  Pinch the sides together to close it and embellish it as desired.  I chose to fussy cut images from the DSP to decorate my box.  I also used the retired Iconic Imagery and the Circle of Seasons dies to finish off the other two boxes.

I hope you will give this fun box a try.  It would also be great for birthdays, Halloween and any other holiday or event!