Valentine’s Day is all about those "little something" gifts that show someone you’re thinking of them. Today, I’m sharing a project that proves great things really do come in small packages! This handmade treat box is perfectly sized for a trio of chocolates and uses some of my favorite versatile dies.
The base of this project is the 5805-Mini Journal Box. While this die was originally designed to house mini journals, it’s a total craft-room chameleon! It measures 2 5/8" x 2 1/4", which happens to be the ideal footprint for three decadent chocolates.
To give a sneak peek of the goodies inside, I used one of the dies from the set to cut a window in the top of the box. There’s something so professional about a window box—it instantly levels up the presentation.
I used a stunning rose pattern from the 6182-Valentines Series 2-Cover PP to form the box. It provides that vintage, elegant vibe that Valentine's Day deserves. I decorated the sides of the box with pink cardstock border patterns cut with the die set. It adds a lovely structural contrast to the floral paper.
No gift is complete without a tag! I cut a matching pink cardstock tag (another gem from the die set) to feature a feathered friend. I perched the adorable little duck from the 6106-Spring Keepsake Set right on the front.
Pro-Tip: Every Valentine needs a heart! I added a tiny red pearl heart to the duck’s chest for that essential pop of festive color.
Once the box was glued together and the chocolates were nestled inside, I went for a bit of shimmer. I wrapped the entire box in thin silver cording, threading the tag through as I went. I finished it off with a multi-looped bow in the same silver cord to give it some height and "wow" factor.
This project turned out so sweet, and it’s a wonderful way to use your journal dies in a fresh, sugary sweet new way.
Thanks for joining me on the blog today. As always, find your favorite stamps, dies, papers, and accessories at the Ai Store!
Happy Crafting!
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