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6 x 6 in (15 x 15 cm) sheets are standard The traditional “Masu” box is folded from a square sheet of paper and has many variations. Let’s start with the basics.
6 x 6 in (15 x 15 cm) sheets are standard The traditional “Masu” box is folded from a square sheet of paper and has many variations. Let’s start with the basics.
Basic Masu Base 1 - 2
3 Fold the corners to the center, taking care not to shift the already folded sections.
4 Unfold, including the inner triangles.
5 Crease and unfold.
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7 Open and reverse fold to form box side.
8 Fold flap down and press into place.
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Masu Variation 1 Square Box with a Lid 6 x 6 in (15 x 15 cm) sheets are standard To make a lid for the Masa Box above, start from step 3 of the Basic Masu Base instructions: 3 Fold to about 1/8 in(4mm) below the center.
4 Unfold, including the inner small triangle.
5 Match ○ symbols on each side, folding along ◎ symbol.
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7 Unfold, including the inner triangles.
8 Match ○ symbols on each side, folding along ◎ symbol.
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12 Continue folding the rest of the box using steps 7-11 from page 6.
13 The box is now complete. Tip By changing the width of the folds, you can vary the box dimensions