A self-closing round box with no lid and no glue at the top — four curved petals fold up and tuck into one another to form a pretty flower-swirl closure. Perfect for cookies, truffles, or a small gift that should feel like an occasion to open.
How to assemble
- Cut — Cut the one-piece petal blank.
- Score — Score the four base fold lines where the petals meet the floor.
- Fold — Fold the four petals straight up, then curve each one over toward the center.
- Glue — No glue needed up top — tuck each petal under the next in sequence so the last locks under the first.
Cardstock tip: Use 65–110 lb (176–300 gsm) cardstock. 65 lb folds easily for small boxes; 80–110 lb gives larger boxes and lids more structure. Always score before folding.
Decorating & Gift Ideas
The petal box is the clever one — its top closes by folding four curved flaps over each other in a pinwheel, so it needs no glue and no ribbon to stay shut. That self-closing lid is part of the charm: the swirled petals on top look like a flower blooming over your gift. It is perfect for last-minute favors and quick gifting, since you can fold a stack of them in minutes. Fill it with candy, a small piece of jewelry, a folded note, or a single truffle. The petal top is gorgeous on its own, but a thin ribbon threaded through the center, a button, or a tiny charm where the petals meet adds the perfect finishing touch.
File Formats & Compatibility
The petal box comes as an SVG and a DXF. Use the SVG with Cricut or Silhouette Designer Edition and the DXF with the free Silhouette Studio or a Glowforge laser. The curved petals must fold cleanly to interlock, so the score lines are kept on a separate layer — set them to Score and crease each petal at its base so the four flaps swirl closed and hold without any adhesive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the petal box really need no glue?
Correct — the four petals fold over each other and tuck the last one under the first, so the lid holds itself closed. You only glue the bottom seam, if any.
How do I close the top?
Fold the petals in sequence, each one overlapping the last, then slip the final petal under the first to lock the pinwheel. Scoring the petal bases makes this easy.
Will it stay shut in transit?
The interlock holds well for gentle handling. For mailing or extra security, slip a ribbon or sticker over the center where the petals meet.
What can I put inside?
It is sized for small, light items — candy, jewelry, a note, or a single sweet. Scale it up for slightly larger favors.
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Browse all of our free gift box templates, or try the pillow box, the gable favor box, or the hexagon treat box. Decorate the petals with a small design from our Easter SVG designs for spring favors.