1 Paper Trinket Box

I learned to make these nifty little paper boxes as a child. I would make them to hold small trinkets, box small gifts, or just to pass the time.

This is a great craft for your little ones that want to craft with mom (or dad) but need to start with an easy skill.

What you'll need:

• One piece of paper (two if you want to make a lid)

1. Fold paper in half length wise and then unfold.
2. Fold the top down to the center crease line. Repeat on the bottom. Again unfold - you should have a total of 3 creases.
   
3. Now fold the paper in half this time width wise, then unfold.
   
4. Fold the left side to the center crease line. Repeat on right. You now have a total of 6 creases.
   
5. Fold each corner up to the closest crease.
   
6. Fold the edge of the paper over the top of the corner folds on the left and right.
   
7. Now pull it open - give each corner a little squeeze and voila you have a box!
   
8. Now repeat to create a cover if so desired.
9. Embellish at will.

TIP: The heavier the paper, the studier the box.