Here’s how to fold a dice box.
Fold the top and bottom using the same method to close it, forming a cube.
Since it’s a simple box, it comes in handy for all sorts of occasions.
It’s also perfect for giving to friends on Valentine’s Day.

Folding Instructions

Let’s make a crease.

First, fold it in half, then fold both sides in half to create creases.

Do the same vertically.

するとこのように、１６個の四角ができますThis creates 16 squares, as shown here.

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I’ll cut off the bottom row since I don’t need it.
I don’t cut it; instead, I fold it with the rows overlapping.
That makes the box sturdier.

Next, while keeping the bottom column folded, crease the bottom edge.
Fold the left corner and unfold it.

Next, crease the next column.

Make the third fold.

Make the fourth fold.

Let’s make a crease on the other side as well.

Now, flip the piece over and crease the part that will become the lid in the same way as the bottom.

Let’s assemble it

Now, let’s put it together.
First, fold the left edge, then fold the bottom row up at a right angle.

Next, fold the paper over the triangle, one fold at a time.

When you place the triangle on top, it will look like this.

Now, let’s slide this last triangle under the first one.

Let’s assemble the bottom section.

Fold the lid in the same way.

First, fold the triangle inward.

つぎつぎに、角を内側に倒します。

Imagine stacking triangles on top of each other.
Slide the last triangle under the first one.

And there you have it—your dice box is complete.

Finished size

A dice box made from a 15-centimeter sheet of origami paper will result in a box that is just under 4 centimeters in size.

Types of Dice Boxes

This dice box has some companions.
There are origami sheets cut in half and stacked, some with tabs for gluing, and even small envelopes.

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小さなたとう　―大切なものをしっかり包む―

There are also flat shapes that aren’t cubes.

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A Simple Box That’s Easy to Make —Perfect for Small Gifts—

This is a four-leaf clover box I made using a dice box as a template.

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よつばのクローバーの箱 　―一枚折りの箱―

You can also make it in two separate pieces, top and bottom.
That way, you can have fun experimenting with color combinations.

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Two-Tone Box　 — A Simple Box Made with Two Colors —

Watch a video tutorial on how to fold it

You can watch a video tutorial on Instagram.

You can view the instructions in a slideshow on Instagram.

In Conclusion

I hope you enjoy the process of folding as much as the finished piece.
Don’t worry if it’s not perfect at first—every fold is a step toward your own unique creation.
Happy folding!

投稿 Dice Box — A Simple, Easy-to-Make Box— は Japanese paper arts に最初に表示されました。