In Elsa’s Tailoring, there are several small paper boxes to assemble. In this kit, they’re very easy to make because the folding lines are already marked, so it’s quite simple to put them together.
But what if they’re not? In some of the older kits, you had to cut out the paper boxes yourself and make the folding lines by hand. That led me to look for ways to make clean folds without tearing the paper or ending up with uneven edges.
I found that using a ruler and a pointed tool like the one in the photo — pressing lightly to mark the paper without piercing it — works perfectly. It gives the same effect as a crisp, professional fold.
For gluing, I always recommend using a glue stick — the same type kids use at school — since, in my experience, it’s the easiest, most effective, and cleanest option when working with paper .
In some kits, like Silent Corner Study, I even made my own boxes. There are lots of free designs online — just search “miniature boxes” on Google. To get the right size, use a simple ruler to measure the space you need, then design your boxes in an easy-to-use program like Canva. Print them, cut them, and you’re ready to go!
I am finishing my Emperor Scorpion today and since I am back at home, I will get back to my Dreamy Garden House…not sure what I will go to after that @Wenbare Happy to see that yours is coming along well.
That sounds wonderful! The Emperor Scorpion is such an impressive build, and the Dreamy Garden House will be a lovely change of pace after that. I can’t wait to see how both turn out!
That’s such a clever tip!
Using a ruler and a pointed tool to mark the folds is a brilliant way to get those clean, precise edges without damaging the paper. It’s little discoveries like this that make the whole building process so much smoother. Thank you for sharing such a practical and creative idea
Aahhh I’m a big fan of this idea so clever @Wenbare ! Those mino rolife boxes looks amazing and I want to try it now~
About the tip you gave us, it’s very cool because it’s the actual technique that graphics designers use to make their models
Some of you that maybe scrapbooked in the past, may have a scoring tool. This can be used as well.
If you have a Cricut or something similar might be able to create as well. I have not attempted this yet but I can viualize it as a possibility!
That’s such a great idea! A scoring tool would work perfectly for that, and yes — using a Cricut sounds like it could make the process even easier. I might have to try that next time!
I found that using a ruler and a pointed tool like the one in the photo — pressing lightly to mark the paper without piercing it — works perfectly. It gives the same effect as a crisp, professional fold.
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very clever and some great tips and advice! Thanks for sharing 
Those mino rolife boxes looks amazing and I want to try it now~
