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Free Printable template  and instructions for the same design: Go here!   I mad this Scor-Pal version for September Scor-pal Designer Challenge :”) Paper Size: 7'' x 11'' (letter size with 1-1/2'' trim off the short sides) Paper Type: Heavier weigh cardstock or patterned paper (65lb or above) Additional supplies: Scissors, Scor-tape, Scotch, Hole Punches (1/16'' and 1/8''), #16 Rubber Band x 1, Ribbon (Optional) Finished Cube size: 2'' x 2'' x 2''   Step 1: Short side at top, score  at 1/2'', 2-1/2'', 4-1/2'' and 6-1/2'' Step 2: Long side at top, score at 2'', 2-1/4'', 2-1/2'', 4-1/2'', 6-1/2'', 8-1/2'', 8-3/4''...

I am working on a Scor-pal version but for now it is a printable template:) UPDATE: Scor-Pal Version is Here! Let's get started! :") Step 1: Download the Template Here Step 2: Print - The finished box is 2'' x 2'' x 2'' when printed 100% on Letter Sized paper. If printed image is not completed, try with printer settings set to "Fit to Page" or "Scale to Fit ...". Step 3: Score and Fold according to instructions in the template. Step 4: Add Tape as shown below (close to the fold lines where two sides will connect); Punch ribbon hole...

Got my SCS weekly inkling today, great tutorial on "Petal Card" Pretty, Pretty~   It makes a perfect box too! For the small hand-made embellishments:)   Guess this could be my second entry to Scor-pal Challenge :) September Scor-pal Designer Challenge   Happy Crafting~

I was browsing Pinterest yesterday and found this super cool but easy to make 3D ornament tutorial I like her trick on the scoring template:)   And I made this: (Took about 1.5 hours… for all the scoring and gluing, haha~) I used decorative cords (or whatever it is called) instead of ribbons. The ball knot is made with this Clover template:) I am still learning~ Happy Crafting~   UPDATE: I just found out that Sizzix has a die for this type of balls! The instructions PDF shows a simpler version like this: Sizzix Bigz Die - Ornament, Circle 3-D...

I made this purse following Scor-pal project instructions here: "The Purse Collection"   I have had scor-pal for about a year and could not imagine how I could do without it :) I love making paper boxes and when I first discovered all the possibilities from score-pal projects list here: http://www.scor-pal.com/projects_listing.htm I was overwhelmed with joy~ ;-D   I just learned that they have monthly challenges, see here for this month: September Scor-pal Designer Challenge   And here is my take:   Used Blackbird paper from My Mind's Eye :) Love the whole collection~

UPDATE 21/Sep/2011: I refined the template. Do remember to choose "Fit to Page" in printer settings :) Enjoy! UPDATE: I went a little crazy and made this pile: Printed on 6x6 pattern paper (chose 4''x6'' size in printer settings) Now only need to find time to decorate them:) I scanned a real takeout box and made this template today. The original size is 10''x10''  before folding. This template is for Letter sized paper so most home printers can print. Finished size: 2.5'' x 2.5'' x 1.75''. I was too lazy to glue the flaps: #10 staples used here: They will make great...