How to make a box with reverse engineering
Taking things apart and putting them back together is a great way for kids and adults to understand how things work. This guide will show you how to make as many copies of a favorite box shape as you want without needing a printed template.
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What You'll Need
- cardboard box template
- reverse engineering
- green crafts
- make boxes
Steps
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Step 1
Materials: Empty box made of thin cardboard Thin cardboard or sturdy paper Paper glue Scissor Pen or pencil - 2
Step 2
A light bulb box was used for this guide but any box that is easy to take apart will do. Open the box and carefully separated the glued area - 3
Step 3
Flatten the box and trace the outline on the cardboard. Mark along the slits, if there are any. - 4
Step 4
Fold the outer folds and make a line along the edges. - 5
Step 5
Fold the inner folds and make a line along the edges - 6
Step 6
Result Cut along the outside lines. - 7
Step 7
Fold along the fold lines - 8
Step 8
Put glue on the folded side flap. *Use the original box as a reference if you are unsure where to glue. - 9
Step 9
That’s it! You can make as many copies that you need, of any box shape, using this method. Enjoy!
