Learn how to create a foiled gift box with intricate metallic details!
Not only can you make gifts with your crafty skills, you can also make your gift wrapping supplies! My new foiled gift box designs are quick and easy to make and can add a personal touch to any present like a coffee mug or tumbler! Using the Cricut foil transfer kit adds the perfect shine to boxes made with high quality cardstock!
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These foiled gift box designs are made to fit coffee mugs and tumblers, but you can use them for any small gifts. Special cardstock like glitter or foil works well for the sides, but stick to plain, textured cardstock for pieces you want to foil.
The tall box fits a 20 oz. skinny tumbler just right! And the 3D decorations I’ve included add a fun special touch.
And the square boxes are perfect for coffee cups.
There are many colors of foil available, so you can pick your favorite, use one to complement the colors of boxes you have in mind, or get inspiration from gift wrapping paper
When you’re ready to wrap, add a little tissue paper inside the box, pop your present in, and you’re ready to go for your birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower, or any other special occasions!
Let me show you how to make foiled gift box projects! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission but it won’t cost you a penny more, there is no additional cost)! Read my full disclosure policy.
Materials to Make A Foiled Gift Box
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- One (1) Sheet Textured Cardstock 12″ x 12″ (best option for adding foiled details)
- Two (2) Sheets Silver Metallic Cardstock 12″ x 12″ -OR-
- Two (2) Sheets Blue Glitter Cardstock 12″ x 12” -OR-
- Two (2) Sheets Red Metallic Cardstock 12″ x 12″ -OR-
- Two (2) Sheets Green Glitter Cardstock 12″ x 12″ -OR-
- Two (2) Sheets Pearlescent Cardstock 12″ x 12″
- One (1) Sheet Gold Foil Transfer Sheet -OR-
- One (1) Sheet Silver Transfer Foil -OR-
- One (1) Sheet Emerald Transfer Foil (optional)
- A way to cut your materials – I’m using the Cricut Maker 3, but you can also use the Cricut Maker, a Cricut Explore Series machine, or the Cricut Venture. (Note: As of November 2024, the foil transfer kit requires Cricut Design Space for desktop and is not compatible with the phone or tablet apps for iOS or Android.)
- Cricut Foil Transfer Kit for Makers and Explore machines
- Cricut Green StandardGrip Machine Mat 12″ x 12″
- Brayer
- Scraper
- Butcher Paper
- Scotch Extra Strength Tape Runner -OR-
- Hot Glue Gun & Sticks (also available in this kit)
- Silicone Finger Protectors (for working with hot glue)
- Design #677 – My free SVG/PDF/DXF design files are available in my free resource library (get the password by filling out the form at the bottom of this page) or get additional access to the workshop video and printable workbook by getting a 2024 VIP Pass to Maker Academy Weekend or by joining the ADVANCE with JenniferMaker program as an ANNUAL (yearly) member!
How to Make A Foiled Gift Box!
The detailed step-by-step assembly video on how to make a foiled gift box was available to watch for free for 24 hours during Maker Academy Weekend 2024, held online November 7-10, 2024. Get access to the Maker Academy Weekend 2024 videos, printable handbooks, and design files with a 2024 VIP Pass to Maker Academy Weekend or by joining the ADVANCE with JenniferMaker program as an ANNUAL (yearly) member!
Answers to Your Questions About My Foiled Gift Box Tutorial
Q: Where is your tutorial for this project?
A: This is a special project we made for our free Maker Academy Weekend 2024 event! A complete and detailed step-by-step video premiered during the event November 7-10, 2024. You can get access to the video tutorial and printable handbook that details how to make this great project if you get a 2024 VIP Pass to Maker Academy Weekend or by joining the ADVANCE with JenniferMaker program (as an ANNUAL/yearly member) which comes with other perks and bonuses, too!
Q: What does the foil option on Cricut do?
A: The foil kit allows you to create foiled effects on base materials like cardstock. It has three applicators of different widths, so you can add different thicknesses of foil. Make sure you get the right kit, because the Joy has a different version!
Q: Does the Cricut foil tool use heat?
A: No, the Cricut foil kit is pressure-activated instead of using heat.
Q: What can you make with foil transfer on Cricut?
A: The foil transfer sheets can be applied to cardstock, faux leather, and more. But keep in mind, smoother surfaces will take the foil easier.
Q: Can you reuse Cricut foil transfer sheets?
A: If your foil transfer sheet has been used, it might get wrinkly and pressed out of shape by the tool. You can carefully cut away the used sections and try using clean pieces for small projects, though.
Q: Why is my foil not transferring on Cricut?
A: Using the kit’s included tape to make sure the foil transfer sheet is taut and secure on the cardstock is the first step to improving your transfer.
Q: Why does my Cricut foil keep tearing?
A: Your pressure might be too high, or the sheet may be pulled too taut, or even too loose, which makes the tool drag the material. Re-check your settings and process, then try again!
Q: What paper is best for foil transfer?
A: I prefer the lightly textured plain cardstock in my material list for use with the foil kit.
Q: Can you tell me what tape to use for Cricut foil?
A: Use the special tape included with the Cricut foil transfer kit instead of other types of tape. The included kind is gentle on the foil sheets and can be reused carefully.
Q: Do you have any other gift box projects I can make?
A: You can even add foiled details to many of these, too!
Q: I don’t have a foiling kit, can I use something else?
A: Yes you can use one of the Cricut pens by changing the operation to Pen instead of using the Foil operation.
Q: What temperature is the gun?
A: The Cricut Glue Gun reaches a maximum internal temperature of 356°F (180°C)
Q: Can you make the 3D tops without using the foil transfer paper?
A: Yes – you can delete the foil designs to make just the tops or flower add-ons.
Q: Is the Cricut glue gun good for precise gluing?
A: Yes, the Cricut Glue Gun is good for precise gluing, thanks to its fine-point nozzle, ergonomic grip, anti-drip feature, and quick heating
Q: What is a scoring tool?
A: A scoring tool is a tool that makes grooves into your material. It can be a wheel or a stylus with the Cricut machines.
Q: Does the Bearly glue work if I don’t want to use a glue gun on the glitter card stock?
A: The particular glitter cardstock I used didn’t work well with regular glue because the glitter came away from the paper and kept the glue from holding. Other styles of glitter paper may work differently.
Q: Can I use washi tape to hold the foil down?
A: Yes, you can use tape with a light adhesive, such as washi tape, painter’s tape, or masking tape to hold the foil down.
Q: Can you use kraft cardstock?
A: Kraft cardstock is heavier so it should work. But be prepared for folds to be a little more difficult if the cardstock is very heavy.
Q: Can you foil on top of foil cardstock like gold on silver?
A: Foil transfer works better on cardstock with some texture because the foil needs a surface it can adhere well to. I haven’t tried foil on foil cardstock, but I can guess that it won’t transfer well due to the very smooth surface of the foil cardstock.
Q: What is the recommended pressure to use when using foil?
A: I always recommend using “More Pressure”. Foiling typically works best on cardstock with a little bit of texture, so if your foil isn’t transferring well, it may be the cardstock you are using.
Q: What size is the tumbler box?
A: The assembled tumbler box is 3.25″ x 8.875″ x 3.25″ . A 20 oz tumbler will fit inside.
Q: What size is the mug box and what size mug does it hold?
A: The assembled mug box is 5″ x 4.75″ x 3.75″ and holds a 15 oz mug.
Q: I have a scoring stylus but is it easier to fold with dash lines?
A: I would say both are fairly easy to fold.
Q: Can you use double stick tape?
A: You can use craft strength double sided tape on materials that will accept the tape adhesive on both sides of the material. We do use double sided tape in this project.
Q: Can I run the foil design a second time reusing the foil?
A: No, the foil is more likely to tear.
Q: Can I foil using the Cricut app?
A: As of November 2024, the foil transfer kit requires Cricut Design Space for desktop and is not compatible with the phone or tablet apps for iOS or Android.
Q: How do I know if my design uploaded at the correct size?
A: If you are using Cricut Design Space Beta for Desktop, try switching to the Live version as this has sometimes worked in our testing, or use the stacked version of the design and ungroup it to spread the pieces out. Here are the dimensions you should see for each design on your Canvas:
- foiled-gift-box-bow-rectangle-jennifermaker-SVG: 7.7″ x 5.75″
- foiled-gift-box-3d-flower-jennifermaker-SVG: 6.054″ x 4.418″
- foiled-gift-box-bow-square-jennifermaker-SVG: 4.75″ x 4.75″
- foiled-gift-box-flowers-jennifermaker-SVG: 5.956″ x 5.069″
- foiled-gift-box-snowflakes-jennifermaker-SVG: 5.825″ x 5.303″
- foiled-gift-box-mug-score-jennifermaker-SVG: 16.149″ x 15.179″
- foiled-gift-box-tumbler-score-jennifermaker-SVG: 13.874″ x 16.546″
- foiled-gift-box-tumbler-noscore-jennifermaker-SVG: 13.874″ x 16.546″
- foiled-gift-box-mug-noscore-jennifermaker-SVG: 16.149″ x 15.179″
If you need help resizing your design, please see our Resizing Guide.
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