Hi! Holly here, to show you how to create a very simple treat box! This box fits two French macarons perfectly but will also work for other small sweets such as truffles or profiteroles! It’s an easy way to create a fancy package for a special gift or favour.
I was inspired by the Mendl’s box after watching The Grand Budapest Hotel and how pretty it looked to just pull lightly on a ribbon to open the box, unveiling your sweet treat! This box is a one-time-use, simple package that you can whip up in very little time.
Supplies:
-PDF template (Download Patisserie Box)
-card stock in your choice of colour (I chose paper with a Swiss dot pattern on it because it’s pretty!)
-scissors
-bone folder to score the cardstock
-ribbon cut in 20-24” lengths
Step One: Print the template on your cardstock and cut it out.
Step Two: Using a bone folder (or carefully using the edge of your scissors, like I did), score along the lines where you’re going to fold the box. Using pressure, fold along the scored lines, including the flaps, to create the box.
Step Three: Place your treats inside, and as you hold the box’s shape, tie it closed with a ribbon. (It’s nice to have an extra set of hands for this.) Drape the ribbon over the top of the box, centered, then cross the ribbon on the bottom of the box, coming up at the alternate sides. Finish by tying a pretty bow!
These look beautiful piled up on a cake stand or individually at a place setting. They would be a great option for wedding and party favours or for tea parties & gifting! If you’re interested in learning to make your own French macarons (they're not as hard as you might think!), don’t forget to check out my crash course!
Enjoy dressing up your macarons, and get ready to give a gift that’s sure to bring a smile! xo. Holly
Credits // Author: Holly Neufeld. Photography by: Sarah Rhodes. Photos edited with Opal of the Signature Collection.
Thanks for sharing
I just loved this treat box, so I had to try it out! I wanted to offer some of my home made macarons to a friend. They fitted into you box template. Have a look at the result: http://www.rebekkascraftroom.blogspot.ch/2014/06/un-ecrin-en-carton-pour-des-macarons.html
Thanks a lot!
Okay, the boxes are super cute. But can we just acknowledge how bloody gorgeous your hair is?! Yay for fun colours! (Mine is turquoise)
love the boxes but most of all love your hair color!!!
So cute and simple! I love this idea ^^
these are so cute and easy! … and your hair is awesome.
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Sweet and darling! Thanks for sharing
This is adorable! Just imagine all the different things you could use this for… just wow! I’m definitely going to keep this in my tool box 🙂
this is so cute ! love this idea
So cute!!! 😀 Definitely going to try this!
Love it!!!
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oh. my. goodness! your hair is purple perfection!! i want to dye my hair this color!!!! just beautiful!! ♥
Omg, how cute! I’d totally love to receive a little sweet treat in a box like that!
oh so gorgeous! perfect for so many occasions!
xx
Oh these are so cute! I am definitely going to use it next time!
This is awesome! I want to make macarons at Christmas for friends and family so this is the perfect incentive… Thank you! This box is just gorgeous, and so simple!
Thanks, Holly! I hope I get to try making these soon!
Xx from the Girl in the Houndstooth Coat
Holly! You’re my favorite!!! It’s so fun seeing you back on ABM again. :)) Thanks for this adorable idea! PS – Love your hair.
This is SUCH a good idea! I love it! I think I might try this out on the weekend for a birthday.
Also.. I love the bright lipstick matches the pink bow! 🙂 xx
Love the boxes!