DYO Pizza Box - The Trilogy - Part 1

Design Your Own Pizza Box for Any Size Card

In July when I went to the Stampin' Up! Convention I participated in a “card” Trade with my Stampin Pretty Pals.  The reason I say “card” is that I decided to do a set of gift cards with the accompanying “pizza” box to store them in.  When I told my friends that I didn't use a pattern and that I just figured out the measurements, they were amazed.  I was surprised I didn't use a pattern.  I probably would have if I had known one was available.

Over the next three consecutive Sundays I will be posting the DYO Pizza Box Trilogy which will guide you through the creation of your own custom pizza box.

Join my newsletter and receive the step by step directionsfor the 3'' x 3'' card size pizza box in my November issue.

   

The formula for a pizza box is basically:

• Determine the card length (longest side of your card) and card width (shortest side of your card) and add 1/4" to each measurement.  These measurements become the new card width and card length for the formula below.
• Determine the depth of the box
• Box depth + card length + box depth = cardstock width
• Box depth + card width + box depth + card width + box depth = card stock length

For those of you who would like to create pizza boxes for Note Cards on page 171 of the Stampin' Up! Idea Book & Catalog, here are the measurements you'll need.  They can all be made from a standard 8 1/2” x 11“ piece of card stock.  All measurements assume a 3/4” depth.  

Note Cards (107311) 20 Cards $5.95
   Card stock measurement - 6 3/4“ x 9 3/4”
    Score all four sides at 3/4“ and then score the middle fold at 4 1/2” and 5 1/4“

Elegant Notes (116450) 15 Cards $9.95
Pendant Notes (116449) 15 Cards $8.95
Fresh-Cut Notes (111882) 15 Cards $8.95
   Card stock measurement - 5 3/4” x 10 3/4“
    Score all four sides at 3/4“ and then score the middle fold at 5” and 5 3/4“ 

 

Place any order with me by November 30, and receive the 
PDF templates for these note card Pizza Boxes via email.

 

Comments

[tracey]

1.

WOW! I just found your blog! and these are awesome pizza boxes. I can't wait to make some!!!

[Adelle]

2.

Great video. I like your idea of creating a template. Makes everything quite clear. I can hardly wait to get started making these for Christmas. Thanks for all you do

[grace]

3.

That is a great technique!! One that will help my limited brain!! Can't wait to see the next "show"

[Colett R]

4.

I really appreciate the visual for determining the size of a box. It's a very useful technique. I'm looking forward to the next installment!

[mary fish]

5.

Major "light bulb" moment. You do a beautiful job explaining. The "puzzle" pieces are genius. Can't wait for the next tutorial (and the card is pretty dishy, too). Hugs, your proud, fearless leader

[JoAnn Burnham]

6.

Great video and thanks for the info on creating a pizza box in different sizes. Can't wait to see more videos.

[pinky]

7.

Mike, I love your box and cannot wait to see the rest next week of the trilogy! Loved your video...please do more as they are so clear and easy to follow.

[diane oliver]

8.

What a great gift. Love the little pizza box and thanks for the measurements. I'll surely put them to good use. TFS.

[Name Erica Fields]

9.

Thanks Mike. Now I have a voice to put with the face. What a great video. I will be eagerly anticipating the others. I make card ensembes often, and I'm always looking for fresh packaging.

[ShariW]

10.

Wow Mike! This is stupendous. Great video and looking forward to parts 2 and 3. I have to show this to my husband David as he thinks the way you teach. :))))) Thanks for blessing my day. :)

[Cookie]

11.

Again Mike.... I love love love this.... you're such a talented man. I'm sitting here waiting for part 2. Thanx for sharing your talent!

[Elaine]

12.

Mike, I always love visiting your blog. :) Thanks for this tutorial! I plan to make boxes with mini cards as Christmas gifts for my regular customers. You've been an inspiration!!

[Carla Bazhenow]

13.

Awesome job, Mike. I love it, fabulous video. Your cards at Mary's are wonderful!!! Hugs,

[Joni Kelly]

14.

I like this tutorial! Part 2 wont be here soon enough! Thanks for the great teaser! ;-)

[Jessica]

15.

Cool video Mike! I'll be back for part 2. Thanks for your great tutorials.

[Barbara]

16.

Without a template?!?!?! Wow!

[Pam Browne]

17.

Awesome job, Mike! Love it. Can't wait for part 2!

[Ann Schach]

18.

Great job, Mike!

[Carol in Colorado]

19.

Fabulous, clear instructions and logic behind making this box! Anxious to see the rest of the videos!!!!!

[Benjaman Turner]

20.

Excellent video Mike, can't wait to see the remainder of the Pizza Box trilogy! TFS.