How to fold a cube box with paper 3D cube origami tutorial

For people of all ages, origami has the fun that cannot be replaced by other activities. For example, cube boxes can often store small objects, so how to fold three-dimensional squares with paper? The actual method Its very simple. It only takes a few simple steps to make a three-dimensional cube origami. Lets learn the cube origami tutorial together!

Method/Steps

1. 1Find a piece of paper. The larger the paper, the larger the cube can be made.
2. 2In the center of the paper, draw a rectangle and divide the rectangle into four squares with sides of 2 inches.
3. 3Draw another square to the right of the second square above.
4. 4Draw another square to the left of the second square above.
   • It now looks like a cross with six equal-sized squares, with the longer part facing you.
   • If you have a printer, you can print out the graphic below to use as a template. Note the "ears" or tabs on the sides and top of the cube - these are useful when you want to tape the box together.
5. 5Use scissors or a carving pen knife to cut along the outer edge of the graphic. If you print out the above template and want to tape it up, please be careful not to cut off the labels!
6. 6Fold the paper. Fold the paper inward along the inner lines.
   • Also fold the label inward if you are going to paste it.
7. 7Align folded surfaces. The bottom square should be horizontal or perpendicular to the middle square.
8. 8Create a cube. Adhere each side with tape to complete the cube!
   • If using glue, apply a few drops of glue to the label, then secure and glue the label to the outside of the cube.
9. 9Production completed.

Tips

• If you like, you can make a dice by drawing dots on each side of the cube.
• Make some small paper boxes in different colors and place them on small lamps for holiday decorations. But be sure to pay attention to safety!
• Watch a video of another way to make a paper cube.

You need to prepare

• Paper
• Markers or colored pencils
• Scissors or engraving pen knife
• Tape
• Ruler
• Printer (optional)

Extended reading:

1. The process of making handmade origami cups. Teach you how to fold three-dimensional paper cups

2. 3D paper cup origami tutorial illustration

3. Illustration of the steps of origami for a three-dimensional round cup

4. How to fold a hand-made origami three-dimensional round cup

5. Illustrated tutorial on folding a small origami cup