Acetate Envelope Box with Coordinating Cards

A project from our live show Create and Craft - Toni and Teresa Collaboration Product Launch Show 2 - Broadcast 19TH Nov 22 · 19/11/2022 · watch it from 22:45

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Create a beautiful clear acetate box to hold coordinating cards and envelopes. This elegant project uses thick acetate paper that can be scored without clouding, creating a transparent presentation box that showcases your handmade cards in soft pink tones. The main techniques include scoring acetate, assembling a box structure, and coordinating card designs.

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Step by step

1. 

   Cut two pieces of purple acetate paper to 12 inches by 10 inches using a scoring board and trimmer.

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2. 

   Cut off approximately two inches from one end of the purple acetate sheet to create the base piece.

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3. 

   Score the purple dotted acetate base piece at one inch on one end, as this will form the header of the envelope box.

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4. 

   Score at half an inch on the bottom edge of the purple acetate sheet.

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5. 

   Rotate the purple acetate sheet and score at three inches on the opposite side using the scoring board.

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6. 

   Score the purple acetate at eight inches on the same side to create panel divisions.

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7. 

   Cut away the two end panels from the acetate template. Remove a small corner section from the centre panel to create the envelope shape.

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8. 

   Fold up the flaps on the acetate sheet to create the sides of the box. Use the score lines as guides to form neat, crisp edges.

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9. 

   Apply adhesive to one side of the acetate envelope and fold over to seal the edge.

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10. 

    Fold the top flap of the pink and grey striped acetate envelope down and secure it in place with adhesive to complete the box.

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11. 

    Insert the coordinating cards and envelopes into the finished acetate box, arranging them neatly inside.

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Tips from the show

• The thick acetate construction weight does not cloud when scored, unlike thinner acetate
• Use red liner tape or high-tack adhesive for best results with acetate
• You can make multiple boxes in different colours and use them for gift sets or storage

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