Fold the square in half diagonally both ways, then unfold, creating an 'X' shape.
Fold the remaining top flap down and inside the box, aligning it with the center creases. Repeat with the bottom flap, ensuring the paper is tucked securely, then repeat the entire process to make a lid, perhaps with a slightly smaller piece of paper. Quick Tips
To make a lid that fits over the box, start with a piece of paper that is about 0.5 cm or 1/4 inch larger than the paper used for the base. How To Make a Paper Box - Origami how to make a paper box
Fold all four corners into the center point to create a smaller square.
Thin to medium-weight paper works best; heavy cardstock can be hard to fold. Fold the square in half diagonally both ways,
Fold the right and left edges to meet at the center crease, then unfold. Repeat with the top and bottom edges, then unfold. You should now have a grid pattern on the paper.
Unfold two opposite corners (e.g., top and bottom) and leave the other two sides folded down. Quick Tips To make a lid that fits
Sharp, firm creases make the final shape easier to assemble.
Fold the square in half diagonally both ways, then unfold, creating an 'X' shape.
Fold the remaining top flap down and inside the box, aligning it with the center creases. Repeat with the bottom flap, ensuring the paper is tucked securely, then repeat the entire process to make a lid, perhaps with a slightly smaller piece of paper. Quick Tips
To make a lid that fits over the box, start with a piece of paper that is about 0.5 cm or 1/4 inch larger than the paper used for the base. How To Make a Paper Box - Origami
Fold all four corners into the center point to create a smaller square.
Thin to medium-weight paper works best; heavy cardstock can be hard to fold.
Fold the right and left edges to meet at the center crease, then unfold. Repeat with the top and bottom edges, then unfold. You should now have a grid pattern on the paper.
Unfold two opposite corners (e.g., top and bottom) and leave the other two sides folded down.
Sharp, firm creases make the final shape easier to assemble.