Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show your love and appreciation than with a handmade gift? Cartonnage is the perfect craft to create unique, heartfelt presents that your loved ones will cherish.
Everyone will be so impressed with the quality and professional looking of those fabric boxes and cases! Again, no sewing required and you will use your favorite fabrics, so it’s also time to check your stash….so many of the projects can be done using 2 fat quarters!! Yes, if you are a fabric lover, I’m sure you have some at home, right?
Here are some cartonnage projects to inspire your Valentine’s Day gifting:
1. The Supreme Heart Fabric Box
The Supreme Heart Box has the perfect heart-shaped design for Valentine’s Day! This box has been requested for a long time, but creating projects with round forms, like this one, is really challenging. It took many tests before this box came to life, but I am so happy with the final result.
This unique heart-shaped boxis not just beautiful but also functional. Use it as a keepsake box, a decorative piece, or even a gift box filled with surprises for your loved ones. Its elegant designand finishing touches make it stand out as a handmade treasure. The DIY kit includes a step-by-step video tutorial. Shop here.
2. The Heart Fabric Box
This charming box is ideal for holding chocolates, office items, or love notes. It can be a beautiful organizer or even a napkin holder. What makes this project even more special is its versatility— you have the option to include more dividers (like the napkin holder photo bellow) or just keep the lateral frames. Shop DIY kit here.
You’ll find a step-by-step tutorial on our YouTube channel, making it easy to follow along and create this cute box. Watch the tutorial on Youtube. Click here.
3. The Single Fabric Box
Sometimes, simplicity is the best way to let someone know you care. The Single Box is a versatile project that can be used as a jewelry box, a keepsake holder, or even as packaging for another small gift. And the best part? You can learn how to make it for free in our online course, The Joy of Cartonnage. This is a great project for beginners and a fun way to start your cartonnage journey.
All the projects included in The Joy of Cartonnage are quick and easy to make, you can make a variety of simple gifts. Most of the projects you can see in the picture below you can make reusing cereal box! So, choose the fabric that will be great for the person you want to make it for and start having fun! All those projects have detailed tutorials or videos in this FREE online course....from fabric cards, gift card holders, bookmarks to sewing kits and single boxes there are 16 unique projects inside the course waiting for you! All unique and fun to make!
4. TheHeart Box Glue-Along for Cartonnage Club Members
Inside the Cartonnage club, you’ll find over 90 creative cartonnage projects, from beautiful fabric boxes to functional organizers, all designed to spark your creativity. Whether you’re making personalized gifts for loved ones or exploring new ways to use your favorite fabrics, the Club is the place to be.
If you want to be part of this great community of fellow crafters, choose the best plan for you and stay with us for as long as you like. Don’t miss this chance to take your cartonnage skills to the next level! Learn more about the club here.
5. Easy DIY fabric bookmark with embroidery
Not all Valentine’s gifts need to be elaborate. A handmade bookmark is a thoughtful and practical present for the book lovers in your life. With just a few materials and a bit of creativity, you can make a beautiful bookmark that shows you care.
In the tutorial video, you will see different options to add a heart shape, great for Valentines, but with the same idea you can create other shapes! Easy and quick to make. Embroideries like that can also be added to the cover of books, covers, or to the cartonnage boxes! Lots of possibilities. I hope you get inspired! Check out the tutorial on our YouTube channel. Watch it here.
Take some time to create something unique and personal for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day. With cartonnage, the possibilities are endless, and the results are always beautiful.
Show your friends and family just how much they mean to you with personalized, meaningful gifts.If you want to learn cartonnage online or in a local class, check our website here.
If you have any question, or want to share your experience with us, I will love to hear from you.
Happy gluing and Happy Valentine’s Day!
Claudia