Birthday Gift Box Ideas

Not everyone has a clear idea of what to give for a birthday. There are times when they can be more sentimental, funny or even functional. What is clear is that we have to give gifts very often, and surprise your loved ones is in your hands. That is why, at SelfPackaging we have come up with several ideas of gift boxes for your partner, your friends or for a family member.

Types of Birthday Gift Boxes 

First of all, you need a good kraft cardboard gift box. With this material, in addition to making a very original surprise, you will be using recycled cardboard to also help the planet. Forget the plastic bags with bright and garish prints, and take a step towards a more minimalist and sustainable packaging, the more elegant, the better impression it will make!

Each box model may depend on whether it is a gift box for a boyfriend/girlfriend or if it is a gift box for a best friend, for example. It can also vary in shape or content depending on the type of support used. Case boxes with a kit, cardboard trays to give food as a gift, or other wonderful ideas that we will see below. 

Tip: If you have to make a surprise birthday gift for a gourmet person, we advise you to make a selection of the best foods you can find. For its presentation, our cardboard tray will be perfect, placing all the products on a nest of black paper shavings to give it an elegant touch.

Surprise gift boxes trends 

When we think of a surprise gift box we imagine a very original detail that will delight anyone. It is essential that we know the person who is going to receive the gift because the content of each box depends on that. We can say that one of the most notable trends is to give experiences, rather than objects. 

If the person’s tastes are very clear, you can always go the easy way. For example, if your friend is a great artist or would like to start learning, an original gift would be a surprise box with an artistic kit. Starting with a cardboard briefcase, we put inside a series of items that she is sure to like: A notebook for watercolors, a set of various paints and a good candle to bring her inspiration – a personalized gift is always the best choice!

As we have already mentioned above, surprise birthday gift boxes can have many shapes and contents, but the important thing is that they are made with love. Personalized gifts are trendy because they are made especially for a particular person, and are much more accurate than any other detail made without thinking. That is, there is not a gift that is fashionable in particular, but the fact of making one of these boxes.  

How to decorate boxes for birthday gifts 

After you have chosen what gift you will make, it’s time for one of the most important parts: Here you will see several ideas on how to decorate a gift box. Depending on how we decorate our box, we can give one impression or another, from more elegant to more affectionate. 

Some boxes can have a transparent lid, like the cardboard tray with handles, perfect for batches of food. You can customize this box as you like, adding a label with the person’s name, a dedication or simply a note with “Happy Birthday” written in beautiful calligraphy. To give it a nice presentation, wrap the box with a ribbon or string, and this way it will have a much more elegant touch. A very special detail for that person who loves a selection of quality products, or even a Christmas kit. 

Have you been left wanting to see more ideas? Pay attention to the following ones, they can inspire you on how to decorate a gift box’s inside. If you have a friend addicted to coffee, there is nothing better than a kit for coffee lovers, with a shipping box that can withstand the weight of all the products, we can send this gift wherever we want. Inside, add the basic elements: an Italian coffee pot, a good can of coffee beans, and most importantly, a cup to enjoy this coffee kit to the fullest. With this pack you will only have to worry about whether he/she drinks decaffeinated or normal coffee.

It’s very easy to get decorated gift boxes if you put your mind to it, and it is a gift that will always succeed. If you don’t know where to start, at SelfPackaging we make it very easy for you, since we give you everything you need to create a good packaging, and you only have to put the gift. 

Imagine you want to make a gift box for your partner, something that has a romantic touch and is an experience for both of you, there is nothing better than a box for a batch of relaxing body products! This batch of products is very easy to create: you just need to add inside an assortment of soothing creams, botanical soaps and essential oils to create a nice atmosphere. To continue the pampering plan, you can also include a couple of facial masks – total relaxation! A plan that no one will turn down on a Friday after a stressful week. 

Now that you have seen several examples of how to make an original gift box with our cardboard boxes and various accessories, how are you going to surprise your special someone? Don’t think twice and get one of these gift boxes, which are sure to leave anyone surprised and super grateful. 

Don’t forget to tag us on your social media if you upload the final result of your gift box!

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