Pillow Boxes - are they expressive and powerful?

Yes! You need something special, unique for your party, at the very first couple of ideas grow in the mind. Now, what next, it’s difficult to elect, most yielding one.

Actually, it’s a proper way to create a list of all and find some of the most suitable solutions, one by one. I am sure that you will find decoration ideas at the top of the list or at least in the first five items. Moreover, decoration and party, they can’t explain individually, both works side by side.

Next, the only things in a party that directly express to your audience are the decorative environment, party makeup, dress, surroundings, and presentation of gifts.

So, when it comes to the presentation of gifts then the question arises, how to decorate gifts? 

Yes, differently designed shapes and homemade embellished wrappings and packaging of gifts impresses more. Like, pillow shape boxes are attractive and appealing, but it is better to understand the structure and dimensions of a pillow box, before considering the shape. 

Pillow shape - don’t get confused – check this pillow box diagram

Firstly, scan this easiest structure of the box, this diagram will open new doors in your mind relating to size and fitting of your gift.

It was very difficult for me to understand this diagram of pillow box, I recommend you to just focus on usable space, and your gift size must be according to this. But, cutting off your cardboard should be according to the length of the box.

If you are comfortable with glue, scissors and cutting then homemade and customized box would be the right choice for you.

Another, pillow box template is shown here, so it makes me clear about where to draw your lines, remember here, the dotted lines are folding lines while straight lines are cutting lines. After analyzing these two diagrams, it should be clear to everyone about how pillow boxes could be customized without an issue.  

Family of pillow boxes

Such types of uniquely designed boxes have very limited members of their family. These are already unique in shape. But, few variations that are demanded nowadays are listed here.

• Kraft Pillow Boxes
• Side Hanging Pillow Boxes
• Hanging Pillow Boxes
• Frosted Pillow Boxes

Origin of all these shapes is the same that I have explained above, but these images will explain you the real visual difference.

Kraft Pillow Boxes

As the name shows, made by Kraft paper, these sheets are easily available in the market. Once, I curate six differently shaped gift boxes. Usually, Kraft is available in brown color. But, it could be painted or taped in any color. Easy to cut and manage are its distinct characteristics. Check this image. 

Side Hanging Pillow Boxes

These are just like hangings, favorite for displaying on boxes and walls. Small hole in hanging is for pins. I personally love to write some party greetings and stick on the opening of the box. Moreover, you can put things in this; this also works as a pocket.

Additionally, these are very easy to cut and glue. You can try different shapes, for these different color cardboard sheets are easily available in bookshops.

On the other hand, this might be a creative and productive activity for kids that could keep them busy in creative work. 

Hanging pillow boxes

Hang on table, bed or anywhere, these boxes have the flat bottom, so these are also called flat bottom pillow boxes. So, if you want to stand straight, your gift during the party, then try this shape.

Further, flat bottom is capable to carry some more weight than previously described boxes.

Meaningful purpose behind them

From all above discussion, it is clear that the material and shape of the box in which you packed your gifts actually matters a lot.

And I have explained the ABC’s of pillow shape boxes. There are also few companies online that deliver your own designed and choice of pillow gift boxes at your doorstep.

Remember, if you fail to impress your audience, a gap will create, you will be less entertained.