Tissue Box Cover

Create a crafty custom cover for square tissue boxes.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Score the long sides of each of your two 5 1/8” x 9 1/2” pieces of cardstock at 1/2" and 5".
   
   Note:
   I used a Kleenex brand tissue box. If you use a different brand, measure your box
   and adjust all measurements as needed.

   

2. Step 2

   Glue side “A” on the first piece to side “B” on the second piece. Refer to drawing.

   

3. Repeat with your second piece of cardstock to form base.

   

4. Step 3

   Score the 6 9/16" square piece of cardstock at 1" along all 4 sides.

   

5. Step 4

   Trace an oval shape and cut it out with scissors. I used the largest die in the Small Classic Ovals Nestabilities™ set.
   
   Hint:
   If you choose to not add a top layer, make sure your oval is smaller than the opening on the tissue box.

   

6. Step 5

   Cut each corner on the red lines (up to the scored line) as shown in the drawing.

   

7. Step 6

   Fold and adhere all four tabs (marked “X” in the drawing) to form the box lid.

   

8. Step 7

   Sponge all edges and corners of the base and lid if desired.

   

9. Step 8

   Slip the box lid over the base and glue into place.

   

10. Step 9

    Die cut an opening in the 4 1/4" square piece of cardstock or trace and cut desired shape with scissors.
    
    I used the 4th die in the Labels 13 Nestabilities set, counting out from the smallest die.

    

11. Step 10

    Emboss all base and lid layers with embossing folder of choice.

    

12. Step 11

    Sponge embossed layers with ink if desired.

    

13. Step 12

    Glue all layers into place and embellish box cover as desired. Slip finished cover over a tissue box.

    

14. 

Video!

Variations

Try using heavy-weight patterned paper instead of plain cardstock and embossing folders. Make covers for any occasion or holiday.

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Tissue Box Cover. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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