How To Make Your Own Matchbox

A fellow crafter friend asked if I buy my matchboxes from stores here in KL. I told her I did not buy any of my matchboxes. I have no idea where to get them anyway. I've decided to share this matchbox template.

The diagram shows a basic template for a matchbox. The grey parts of the diagram are the parts that will be glued so the measurements for those part are not really important. However, do not copy this image and print it; I drew it using MS Paint and I did not follow the right scale. It is only for demonstration purpose. =)

Note that the measurements are slightly different. This is to allow some room so that when you slide in the drawer part of the matchbox, it will not be too tight. (This is also assuming that everyone has seen a matchbox before. LOL)

Here are the instructions on how to construct the matchbox.

Step 1: Fold both parts according to their measurement.

Step 2: Stick the small flaps to form a box.

Step 3: Fold the remaining flaps inward to form a drawer.

Step 4: Stick the flap to form a box where you can slide the drawer in.

Step 5: This is the finished product.

Please pardon my instructions that are in layman's term. =) I've tried my best to explain everything as simple as I can. Hopefully, the photos speak better for themselves. =)

Hope this helps, Ladiefa. Have fun!