Covering a tissue box with paper involves carefully adhering paper panels to each side, ensuring neat edges and secure tabs. Based on the reference, here's a breakdown:
The reference provided describes a step in the process of making a cover for a tissue box. While it doesn't give a complete how-to, we can infer some general steps, and supplement with common crafting knowledge. The excerpt focuses on lining up the edges of a panel and securing it with tear tape on tabs. Therefore, this detailed answer assumes we are making a custom paper cover for a standard rectangular tissue box.
Steps to Cover a Tissue Box with Paper
Here’s how to create a decorative paper cover for your tissue box:
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Measure the Tissue Box: Accurately measure the length, width, and height of your tissue box. This will determine the size of the paper needed for each side.
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Cut the Paper Panels: Cut out five paper panels:
- Top Panel: Sized to cover the top, including the opening. Consider adding a slight overhang for a cleaner look.
- Side Panels (4): Sized to cover each of the four sides. Make sure they're tall enough to cover the height of the box.
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Prepare the Panels: The reference mentions tear tape on three tabs. These tabs are most likely for securing the edges of the side panels together. Apply tear tape (or double-sided tape) to these tabs before attaching the paper to the box.
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Attach the Side Panels:
- Start by aligning one side panel with the corresponding side of the tissue box.
- The reference mentions “lining up all the edges,” so ensure the paper is straight and even.
- Adhere the paper to the box using glue, tape, or other adhesive.
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Secure the Tabs: Once the side panels are in place, remove the backing from the tear tape on the tabs. Fold the tabs inward and adhere them to the adjacent side panel to create clean corners.
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Attach the Top Panel: Align and adhere the top panel, ensuring it covers the top of the box and any raw edges from the side panels. Make sure to carefully cut out the opening for the tissues.
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Finishing Touches (Optional): Add decorative elements like ribbons, stickers, or other embellishments to customize your tissue box cover.
Example using Cardstock
Let's say your tissue box is:
- Length: 9 inches
- Width: 5 inches
- Height: 4 inches
Your paper panel sizes would be approximately:
- Top: 9.5 x 5.5 inches (allowing a small overhang)
- Sides (2): 9 x 4 inches
- Ends (2): 5 x 4 inches
Remember to add tabs to the side and end panels for easier adhesion. These tabs can be 0.5 - 1 inch.
